Bucket of Breakups and Makeups Podcast

After a breakup, your friends may give you conflicting advice. Some will warn you about the dangers of rebound relationships. Others will urge you to start dating again.Studies suggest that there's little harm in making a new connection quickly if you had a healthy relationship with your former partner. On the other hand, if you have dating patterns you want to change, taking some time off is usually the smarter choice.Invest in yourself so you can find the love you deserve. Consider these tips for what to do while you're between relationships.Romantic relationships can contribute to your personal growth or hold you back. If you're going through a difficult breakup, give yourself time to heal. Use your single time to make positive changes that will help you to develop a loving and supportive partnership. Romantic relationships can contribute to your personal growth or hold you back. If you're going through a difficult breakup, give yourself time to heal. Use your single time to make positive changes that will help you to develop a loving and supportive partnership. Farrah share's tips on how to enjoy the single life and embrace self-care while you heal.

Most romantic relationships end at some point. The trick is to learn something from the experience and then springboard into a new life.Each relationship is a learning experience, and the information learned can be used to reinvent yourself. It's hard when a relationship ends, but you have the opportunity to write a new chapter in your life. What will you decide to do with this opportunity?In this episode, Farrah explains how to take your life to a new level after the end of your relationship:Romantic relationships can contribute to your personal growth or hold you back. If you're going through a difficult breakup, give yourself time to heal. Use your single time to make positive changes that will help you to develop a loving and supportive partnership. Farrah share's tips on how to enjoy the single life and embrace self-care while you heal.

I think it's safe to say that our mind and our thoughts play a pivotal role in sabotaging our relationships, right? I used to be guilty of always thinking the worst. Who's with me? It becomes even more damaging when our thoughts become unhealthy and affects all areas of our life. It never seems to fail. You're trying to concentrate on your work, but your mind wanders off to a completely unrelated topic. Or, maybe you're about to go on a first date, but all you can think about is how horrible your last few dates have been. These are examples of unhelpful thought - they are always unhealthy, too.Unhelpful thoughts can be distractions or be destructive. Neither is helpful.Your mind is a terrible thing to waste, and if you can't manage your thoughts, you're not using your mind to your advantage. Imagine how powerful you would become if you could ignore or replace your negative thoughts! You could accomplish more and get greater enjoyment from your life.In this episode, Farrah shares strategies to manage thoughts that don't support you.Romantic relationships can contribute to your personal growth or hold you back. If you're going through a difficult breakup, give yourself time to heal. Use your single time to make positive changes that will help you to develop a loving and supportive partnership. Farrah share's tips on how to enjoy the single life and embrace self-care while you heal.

If you're like most people, you probably do a pretty good job of caring for the most important people in your life. However, you probably forget the most important person: You. Here's a self-care worksheet to help you to make your needs a top priority. People who grow up in dysfunctional families often learn to put the needs of others before their own. In many cases, their needs begin to go unnoticed after being dismissed for so long. If you're like most people, you probably do a pretty good job of caring for the most important people in your life. However, you probably forget the most important person: You. The better care you take of yourself, the better you'll be able to care for others. Taking care of yourself is a habit, perhaps the most important habit you can have. We neglect ourselves in many ways. This is a critical error. It's important to take care of yourself daily. In this episode, Farrah shares with you tips on creating a DIY Self-Care Worksheet to help you identify ways to improve your self-care and put your own needs first. Use the template to create your self-care worksheet.

Maritza Worthington is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and a certified holistic nutrition consultant who specializes in helping women overcome digestive and hormone imbalances, naturally. In this episode, Maritza explains how she was able to cure her own ailments using a holistic approach and why it's important to understand and treat adrenal fatigue.You can grab her free Gut Alchemy Guide and Discover the Secrets to Transforming Your Health in 5 Simple Steps at www.maritzasmedizen.com.

A friend called me to discuss an exercise that her life coach assigned her. She asked if I’d help her identify some traits about her on a personal and professional personality. Whoa! Talk about a revelation and a huge life lesson. Hear how my perception of her was completely wrong, and what she taught me about being more opened-minded when collaborating with others. This was a game changer for me, and could be for you, too! Learn more Live Worthy Life Lesson tips at www.farrahreyna.com/blog.

In this #liveworthylifelessons episode, I share some tips from my #letyourexgo breakup recovery program. Do you know how unhealthy relationships cause you to hit rock bottom? The only person who changes in a dysfunctional relationship is YOU; not the other person.You can find more personal growth tips in the Live Worthy Life Lessons blog at www.farrahreyna.com/blog.

When you're faced with a decision, do you decide using your emotions or your values?There are many risks with making good and bad decisions. In this episode, I'm giving you tips on how to create a personal values list, which will help you make life decisions easier and for success!

Swipe left. Swipe right. Swipe, swipe, swipe! How many of you spent a lot of your COVID-19 quarantine time on your online dating apps? Dating allows us to connect and build relationships with all kinds of people for many different reasons. Evan Daniels found success dating during the COVID-19 crisis! I know, it's shocking, right? My guest co-host Mick Essex and I caught up with Evan to find out how he managed to meet women across the globe during these unusual times.

Do you wonder if your last date was a magician because they disappeared into thin air? As more singles look for potential partners online, the risk of being ghosted increases.Ghosting has become the term for describing a certain kind of dating behavior. It usually happens when you go out on a few dates that seem promising. Then, your new love interest stops returning your calls. They may even block you from their social media sites or erase the account where you met them.Your date may be inconsiderate, or they may lack communication skills. Either way, it’s natural for you to feel upset or angry. Learn how to deal with ghosting while you’re looking for a healthy, loving relationship.Farrah Reyna is a relationship expert and breakup coach. She's the creator of Let Your Ex Go, a breakup recovery program for women. Learn more at www.farrahreyna.com.

It's time to embrace your singleness! I have eight helpful ways to enjoy your single time when in between relationships. Romantic relationships can contribute to your personal growth or hold you back. If you’re going through a difficult breakup, give yourself time to heal. Use your single time to make positive changes that will help you to develop a loving and supportive partnership. After a breakup, your friends may give you conflicting advice. Some will warn you about the dangers of rebound relationships. Others will urge you to start dating again.Studies suggest that there’s little harm in making a new connection quickly if you had a healthy relationship with your former partner. On the other hand, if you have dating patterns you want to change, taking some time off is usually the smarter choice.Invest in yourself so you can find the love you deserve. Farrah Reyna is a relationship expert and breakup coach. She's the creator of Let Your Ex Go, a breakup recovery program for women. Learn more at www.farrahreyna.com.

We all need some help recovering from a breakup! I hope these nine tips on getting a fresh start on life after the end of your relationship will help you! It's time to take your life to a new level after your breakup! Most romantic relationships end at some point. The trick is to learn something from the experience and then springboard into a new life. Each relationship is a learning experience, and the information learned can be used to reinvent yourself. It’s hard when a relationship ends, but you have the opportunity to write a new chapter in your life. What will you decide to do with this opportunity? Farrah Reyna is a relationship expert and breakup coach. She's the creator of Let Your Ex Go, a breakup recovery program for women. Learn more at www.farrahreyna.com.

Let’s be real! I think it’s safe to say that our mind and our thoughts play a pivotal role in sabotaging our relationships, right? I used to be guilty of always thinking the worst. Who’s with me? It becomes even more damaging when our thoughts become unhealthy and affects all areas of our life. Unhelpful thoughts can be distractions or be destructive. Neither is helpful.Your mind is a terrible thing to waste, and if you can’t manage your thoughts, you’re not using your mind to your advantage. Imagine how powerful you would become if you could ignore or replace your negative thoughts! You could accomplish more and get greater enjoyment from your life.The key is to focus your attention on what you intend and avoid getting too involved with your random thoughts. Just allow them to pass. If you’ve never meditated before, this can be an excellent way to learn how your mind works and how to deal with random, intrusive thoughts. Most importantly, remember that you are not your thoughts. There’s no reason to take them personally.Farrah Reyna is a relationship expert and breakup coach. She's the creator of Let Your Ex Go, a breakup recovery program for women. Learn more at www.farrahreyna.com.

Could you date someone for a year without having sex? In world where sex is always on the minds of most, Dezi Slusher and Aram Mesina are a new couple who's practicing "conscious celibacy" during their first year together. What is conscious celibacy? It's a way to truly connect with a partner on a much deeper level than you though was possible. Listen to this episode to find out and if it's right for you.You can follow Dezi and Aram's journey on IG @consciouscelibacy. Learn more about Dezi www.thesistersofhealing.comCupid's Poisoned Arrow: From Habit to Harmony in Sexual Relationships can be found https://tinyurl.com/udx4sjx.

Hosts Farrah Reyna and Mick Essex interview guests Gerren Benoit and Kathleen Gannon who share their worst online dating stories! When you think you’ve heard all the dating stories out there, in walks Kathleen with prepared notes. Ummmm, what did Mick and Farrah get ourselves into? Self-professed expert daters like Kathleen and Gerren have tons of insight into navigating the online dating landscape, and provide us with sage advice and a ton of laughs in this all new episode! Also, I feel like they left a bit smarter than when they came in. Taking notes isn’t required, but highly recommended lol! ;-)

Going through a divorce is one of the most difficult life events one can experience. How does a couple prevent the divorce from turning ugly?Lindsey and Alex Stanford, a husband and wife team, work with divorced couples everyday. They have discovered a nontraditional way of helping couples dissolve their marriage with dignity and grace. "I encourage my clients to look at divorce like a problem and not a fight. A fight has a winner and a loser. Problems have solutions. If you win battle you make a loser. If you solve a problem everyone wins," said Alex.Alex Stanford formed Stanford Law Firm after several years of practicing with his father. When his father retired in 2017, Alex was moved to continue with Stanford Law Firm instead of moving to a large firm. This would allow him to continue to bring his clients the dedicated, specialized, ethical service they had come to know and love. Being a solo practitioner allows Stanford Law Firm to regularly learn new types of law and how to best integrate them into the practice. Serving the People of Acadiana will always be his passion. Headquartered in Opelousas with a satellite office in Lafayette, Stanford Law Firm represents clients all over our great state. Our firm specializes in all injury matters, from fender benders to catastrophic falls. No matter how large your case is, you will still receive the diligent attention to detail that we pride ourselves on. We bring extensive experience and professionalism to every case and customize our support to your individual needs and concerns.Our attorney, Alex Stanford, is dedicated to the law and stays on the pulse of modern legislation and legal trends. We consistently monitor their evolution to inform our own legal approaches—all to give you exceptional advice that will last for years to come.Get in touch with us to set up a consultation, or use the contact form at the bottom of this page to inquire whether our services are right for you.Learn more at www.stanfordlegalfirm.com.

In a world where being gay has debilitating challenges, @CharmingMatty (Matthew J. Humphrey) has become the head super hero of the PFLAG - Lafayette chapter. PFLAG is the extended family of the LGBTQ community. It's made up of LGBTQ individuals, family members and allies. The organization's motto is "Because together, we're stronger".Matt talks with Farrah and Mick about the importance of PFLAG in south Louisiana, and how it's saving lives in the LGBTQ community. As an advocate for the LGBTQ community, he shares his story of courage, strength, and inspiration.After spending most of his life trying to pray away the gay, he decided to go public. How did his family and friends respond? What advice does he have for others who are still living in the closet?Recently, he's contacted the newly-elected Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory about being the new liaison for the LGBTQ community. Will it happen?Matt's an interactive social media shit starter. Follow him on Twitter @charmingmatty and on Facebook @MatthewJHumphrey. To learn about PFLAG visit online: pflaglafayette.org or email: info@pflaglafayette.org.

In Happily Divorced & Single, Farrah Reyna, co-host of Buckets Podcast, shares her story of divorce recovery and post-divorce life as a single woman. Farrah is interviewed by her friend Dr. Jamie Wright who offers some helpful insight on how to accept the split of your partner and how to rebuild your life, alone. Farrah's personal story encouraged her to become a certified professional relationship coach. Today, she helps women overcome heartbreak after a breakup.

Our guests Rachael Sudul and April Courville talk about their experience dating young men. What are the pros and cons of going ten years younger? Would you date a man drastically younger than you? What would your family say? How would your kids respond? Rachael and April answer all of these questions.

In a world where social media and dating apps are King, how does one flirt with another? Bucket of Makeups and Breakups hosts Farrah Reyna and Mick Essex talk with Chris Lofstrom and Callie Laviolette who share the best ways to find success in flirting.

Mick Essex talks about being abandoned by his wife and living life as a single dad. He shares his personal struggles that began in his early 20's. Mick's inspirational story explains how he captured success in the end that's allowed him to flourish in all areas of his life, including raising his son who's about to graduate high school.

Angelena "Angel" Cortello became a drug addict after experimenting with drugs when she was a teenager. Eventually, her addiction took over causing her to live on the streets and prostitute to support her drug habit. In her first book Angel The True Story of An Undeserved Chance, she writes about being "lost in a world of emotional problems, addiction, prostitution and street life. This is a true story of how she chose recovery and freedom, even in the midst of the consequences such as living with HIV."You can find her books, Angel The True Story of An Undeserved Chance and Healing Letters A 140 Day Journey of Healthy Living online at www.ourwrittenlives.com and Amazon.Angel is available to speak at conferences, meetings, small groups, and other events in secular settings, recovery groups, Christian church services. She speaks on the topics of her personal testimony, addiction recovery, spirituality, HIV, and toxic relationships. You can contact her angelenacortello@yahoo.com.

Leigh Gentry Guidry shares some tips on how to keep the fire alive in a long-term relationship. After being with her husband, Eric, for 14 years, she knows first-hand what keeps an aging relationship strong and alive.

Farrah Reyna talks with Paulina Bucka and Mariah Aucoin about their experiences with suicide. Paulina's father committed suicide leaving her to live with anger and asking many questions. Mariah attempted suicide and survived. She shares her story and explains what pushes a person to commit suicide. It's a story for anyone who's been affected by suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. You are loved. You are amazing. You are here for a reason. We encourage you to continue living your life no matter how dark the days are because your purpose is greater than your grief, disappointment, loneliness, sadness, and despair.

Today, celebrate and embrace SINGLENESS because you're loved! Find your shining light through the ugliness of a breakup in an all NEW episode Bucket of Breakups & Makeups Podcast with my special guest Liz Dunn. Available iTunes Google Play & www.farrahreyna.com.

There are those moments in life when the relationship ends! Sometimes we know why, and sometimes we don’t. Oh, the things we'll do to get the answers. Farrah Reyna talks with Justine Luneau about moving on from a breakup while still having an intimate relationship with her ex-boyfriend.

Farrah Reyna talks to Eduardo “Eddie” Diaz who shares the story of his first love with another soldier when he was in the army. “She turns to me and grabs me then pushes me against the wall and kisses me,” he said. “My legs melted." “Eddie’s a true romantic! I can hear the passion in his voice,” said one listener. However, Eddie's wife left him despite the passion that brought them together. Find how why she ran off with her unemployed lover....

Farrah Reyna talks with Marieve Herington and Beth Curry about their hilarious and dysfunctional web series entitled “Pleasant Events”, a spoof on wedding planning.Herington and Curry are the creators, writers, producers and actresses. Pleasant Events can be seen on YouTube.Pleasant Events features Brenda Bleasant (Curry) as a tactless and delusional former celebrity wedding planner attempts to return to the industry with the help of her cripplingly polite intern named Penny (Herington) after a 20 year hiatus. Each episodes highlights the wild and wacky world of weddings. The cast includes Curry, Herington, Tom Lenk, Noah Longo, Matt Iseman, Analeigh Ashford, Paul Wagner, Julie Zhan, Burl Moseley, Chandra Lee Breslow.

Farrah Reyna talks with Georgia Dawkins about her transformation after heart break. Dawkins is the author of “Everybody Knows: The Power of Being in Position”. She’s also helped develop a new popular talk show called “Sister Circle and some of calling her the future Oprah Winfrey of her generation. As a motivational speaker, she shares her story of how success didn’t come easy, and it was the ending of a ten-year relationship eventually catapulted her to success. Learn more at www.GeorgiaDawkins.com.

How are things in the bedroom? You’re probably like most couples who are not having sex or enough of it. Explore ways to spice up your sex life and reconnect with your partner with Ali “Sushi” Hulgan’s wonderful advice on how to be a freak in the sheets.“I feel like a lot of relationships fail because you’re not talking with your partner about what will make you happy in the bedroom,” said Hulgan.After working in an adult toy store for six month, Sushi share some laugh-out-loud experiences and explains the best ways to open up with your lover about what you really want in the bedroom. “If you’re not happy in the bedroom, you’re not happy in a lot of other aspects of life.”

“Andy! OMG! She has a vagina,” said Clayton the first time he changed her diaper. In episode 7 of Bucket of Breakups & Makeups Podcast, Clayton Shelvin and Andy Forester share their love story as a same-sex, interracial couple, and explains the grueling process of adoption. Follow their story on Instagram at Real Dads of New Orleans. You can read more about their story featured at www.gayswithkids.com. Available now on iTunes Apple Podcasts Google Play #bobampodcast #relationships #gaydads #lovestory #relationshipgoals

Farrah Reyna is the host and executive producer of Bucket of Breakups and Makeups podcast. In episode 6, she shares her story of post divorce recovery. Learn how a shopping trip to the store for "taco shells" changed her life ... for the better. She talks about the two year process of a long road to rebuilding her life, alone. Thanks to a supportive group of friends, Farrah is thriving!