Why Successful Women Struggle in Love: Stop Chasing and Start Receiving with Taylor Carr

Why do successful women struggle in love, overfunction in relationships, and keep attracting emotionally unavailable men despite doing everything “right”?In this powerful episode of From Mrs. to Ms., Andrea sits down with feminine energy coach, dating expert, and clinical hypnotherapist Taylor Carr to unpack why high-achieving women often sabotage love by slipping into control, over-giving, and masculine energy.Taylor reveals how her own devastating heartbreak led to a groundbreaking “five men experiment” that completely transformed her understanding of modern dating, feminine magnetism, and what truly makes men pursue, commit, and cherish a woman.From dating app optimization and intentional dating strategies to emotional availability, chivalry, and breaking toxic dating cycles, this episode is packed with transformative advice for women who are ready to stop chasing and finally start receiving the love they deserve.If you’re burned out by modern dating, repeating painful patterns, or wondering why love feels harder the more successful you become, this conversation may completely shift your perspective.💋 In this episode:• Why high-achieving women struggle in love • What overfunctioning in relationships really means • How feminine energy changes dating dynamics • Taylor’s “five men experiment” explained • Why women keep attracting emotionally unavailable men • Dating app profile tips that actually work • How to stop chasing and start receiving • Chivalry, boundaries, and intentional dating • How to embody self-worth in relationships⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Why successful women struggle in love 03:00 Taylor’s heartbreak and the wake-up call that changed everything 07:00 Taylor’s “five men experiment” and feminine vs masculine dating energy 12:00 Overfunctioning in relationships and why it pushes men away 18:00 Authenticity, auditioning energy, and intentional dating 25:00 Dating multiple people while protecting your body and boundaries 33:00 Why women attract emotionally unavailable men 35:00 Taylor’s best dating app profile secrets 42:00 Chivalry, feminine energy, and how to receive more in love 46:00 Final mindset shifts for attracting healthy love💡 I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: 🎧 Listen Here Apple: From Mrs to MsSpotify: From Mrs to MsStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)

Welcome to another bonus episode of From Mrs. to Ms.! These special episodes are where Andrea and Ozzie dive into the hottest relationship shows, dating trends, and pop culture moments through the lens of dating, relationships, and emotional compatibility.In this bonus recap, we're breaking down Episode 4 of Netflix's Age of Attraction. The honeymoon phase is officially over as hidden truths, jealousy, communication breakdowns, and major red flags start surfacing among the couples.Is age really the issue—or are emotional maturity, honesty, and compatibility the real deal breakers?In This Episode• Jorge's biggest red flag yet• Why omission can feel like dishonesty• Attachment styles showing up in real time• Long-distance relationship challenges• The pressure of celibacy and marriage expectations• Dating younger versus emotional maturity• Which couples seem built for the real world⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro & Is the Honeymoon Phase Over?02:37 Couples Reveal Their Real Ages08:24 Jorge's Secret: The Truth About His Kids15:36 Derek & Pfeiffer: Real Connection or Just Coasting?17:40 Leah & Chris: Trust Issues Begin20:44 Vanessa & Logan: Age Gap Insecurities27:52 Libby & Andrew: Growing Closer?29:09 John & Theresa Heat Things Up34:32 Vanelle & Jorge's Celibacy Struggles38:13 Final Thoughts: Does Age Really Matter?💡 I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: Follow, subscribe, and leave a review if you're enjoying our Age of Attraction recaps. We love hearing your thoughts and may feature your comments in a future episode.🎧 Listen Here Apple: From Mrs to MsSpotify: From Mrs to MsStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)

The Amanda and West situation on Summer House has everyone debating one big question… what do you do when feelings for a friend become something more?In this solo episode of From Mrs. to Ms., Andrea dives into the complicated reality of friendship, attraction, loyalty, timing, situationships, emotional intimacy, and whether suppressing feelings actually works.Should you risk the friendship? Are you responsible for other people’s feelings? Can acting on feelings ever be “worth it”?This episode gets honest about modern relationships, emotional connection, dating in midlife, and why some of the strongest relationships can start as friendships.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 7:15–7:55 — Butterflies vs Anxiety11:20–12:00 — Attraction Isn’t Immoral, Deception Is17:30–18:45 — Wrong Timing in Relationships26:45–27:35 — Love or Emotional Comfort?29:00–29:50 — Why Midlife Women Stop Chasing33:45–35:00 — My Honest Take on Amanda, West & Ciara💡 I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: Are you in a situationship! Tell me your story!! 🎧 Listen Here Apple: From Mrs to MsSpotify: From Mrs to MsStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)P.S. If you like this podcast, please check out my other podcast. Six incredible women get together to discuss love in midlife and everything to do with menopause! Hosted by yours truly!! Menopause Love Lounge Podcast

Is age really the issue… or do people start panicking the moment real life enters the conversation?In this episode of From Mrs. to Ms., Andrea and Ozzie Osborne recap Episode 3 of Netflix’s Age of Attraction, where the connections start getting messier, the insecurities get louder, and reality begins catching up with the fantasy.This week, we dive into Wes and Joleen’s intense connection, why Joleen becomes increasingly fixated on finding out Wes’s age, and whether his smooth confidence is genuine… or giving love bombing energy.We also unpack Vanell and Jorge’s growing relationship after their shocking 27 and 60 age reveal, including the major cliffhanger ending where viewers learn Jorge has children… even though Vanell still has no idea.Andrea and Ozzie discuss:Older women dating younger menYounger women dating much older menLove bombing and intuitionEmotional maturity vs chronological ageWhy chemistry can cloud judgmentFear of public perception in relationshipsWhether some contestants are choosing connection… or just trying to stay on the show⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Jorge & Vanell’s shocking 27 and 60 age gap03:45 Is Vanell actually falling in love already?06:35 Derek & Pfeiffer’s awkward connection10:00 Wes & Jolene head to the Promise Room15:00 Vanessa & Logan’s new connection begins20:15 Vanessa opens up about toxic relationships24:30 Chris gets exposed for hiding the Vanessa kiss26:15 Jorge admits he never told Vanell he has kids30:10 Favorite couples and biggest concerns moving forward33:20 Ozzie’s new obsession: Off Campus on Prime💡 I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: If you love dating psychology, relationship conversations, and reality dating show recaps with real opinions and deeper insight, this series is for you. Drop your comments!🎙️ New Age of Attraction recaps every week on From Mrs. to Ms.🎧 Listen Here Apple: From Mrs to MsSpotify: From Mrs to MsStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)Mentioned in this episode:Menopause Love Lounge PodcastMenopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.)

Why do emotionally available men sometimes feel “boring”… while the red flags feel exciting?In this episode of From Mrs. to Ms., Andrea and Ozzie Osborne recap Episode 2 of Netflix’s Age of Attraction and unpack the emotional fallout after the first major age reveals.From Theresa and John’s controversial age gap to Vanell choosing chemistry over emotional safety, this episode dives deep into dating patterns, butterflies vs stability, emotional maturity, love bombing, and the reality of modern dating.We also discuss:Older women dating younger menWhy “safe” men sometimes loseLove bombing and red flagsEmotional maturity vs ageButterflies vs nervous system safetyDating intentionally vs dating from attractionIf you love dating psychology, relationship conversations, and reality dating show recaps, this series is for you.🎙️ New Age of Attraction recaps every week.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Would You Date Someone Half Your Age? 02:00 Theresa & John’s Shocking Age Reveal 06:30 Older Women Dating Younger Men 10:00 Libby & Andrew’s Immaturity Gap 17:00 Jorge vs Justin: Chemistry vs Safety 24:00 Celibacy, Dating & Fear of Rejection 28:00 Vanell & Jorge’s Massive Age Gap 35:00 Why Butterflies Are NOT Love 37:30 Chris Gives Immediate Red Flags 42:00 Final Thoughts + Episode 3 Preview💡 I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: 👉 Would YOU date outside your usual age range? 👉 Did any of these couples surprise you? 👉 Who gave you immediate red flags?🎧 Listen Here Apple: From Mrs to MsSpotify: From Mrs to MsYoutube: Full videoStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)Mentioned in this episode:Menopause Love Lounge PodcastMenopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.)

Is age really just a number… or does everything change the moment you find out the truth?In this episode of From Mrs. to Ms., Andrea is joined by Ozzie Osborne to kick off a brand new weekly recap series of Netflix’s Age of Attraction.This show flips modern dating on its head by asking one simple but loaded question: Can real connection exist without age bias… or are we more conditioned than we think?In Episode 1, we break down the strongest connections, the biggest red flags, and the jaw-dropping moment that immediately puts age, attraction, and societal expectations to the test.In this episode, we cover:First impressions of Age of Attraction and whether the concept actually worksWhy revealing ages early may have changed everythingTheresa and John’s instant connection… and the shocking twistThe reality of older women dating younger menVanelle’s struggle between emotional safety and intense chemistryRed flags, “ick” moments, and contestants to watchThe Promise Room and whether it creates real connection or forced decisionsDating double standards and societal conditioning around ageWhether contestants are truly looking for love… or something else⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Would you date someone without knowing their age?01:45 Introducing Age of Attraction + recap series 03:30 First impressions of the show 06:30 Did they reveal ages too early? 10:00 Theresa & John’s connection 17:30 Older women dating younger men (real talk) 21:30 Vanelle’s chemistry vs security dilemma 25:30 Tristan’s red flags and biggest ick 29:30 The Promise Room twist 32:30 John’s shocking age reveal + wrap🎧 New Series Alert:We’re recapping Age of Attraction every episode, breaking down each episode with unfiltered opinions, dating insight, and real conversations you won’t hear anywhere else.💡 I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: 👉 Would YOU date outside your usual age range? 👉 Did any of these couples surprise you? 👉 Who gave you immediate red flags?Comment, DM, or share this episode with a friend who’s navigating modern dating.🎧 Listen Here Apple: From Mrs to MsSpotify: From Mrs to MsStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)Mentioned in this episode:Menopause Love Lounge PodcastSix Women Real Conversations Nothing off limits Let's talk menopause...and love of course Welcome to the Lounge...

If you feel like you keep dating the same person over and over again—just in a different body—you’re not crazy… and it’s not bad luck.In this solo episode of From Mrs. to Ms., Andrea breaks down the real reason your dating life feels like a loop—and why it has nothing to do with having a “type” and everything to do with a pattern.Because here’s the truth: You’re not attracting the wrong people… you’re choosing what feels familiar.From intense chemistry that quickly turns into emotional unavailability, to ignoring red flags and chasing potential, this episode dives into the subconscious patterns that keep showing up in your relationships—and how to finally break them.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why does this keep happening to me?”—this episode is for you.You’ll learn: ✨ Why chemistry isn’t always compatibility✨ How emotionally unavailable partners keep you hooked ✨ The real reason you keep repeating the same dating cycle ✨ How to recognize red flags early (and stop ignoring them) ✨ The mindset shift that will change who you attract ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro: Why You Keep Attracting the Same Person 01:30 It’s Not Your Type… It’s Your Pattern 05:10 Emotionally Unavailable (But Keeps You Hooked) 09:15 Chemistry vs Compatibility (The Truth) 11:00 You Can’t Outdate Your Patterns 14:00 Why You Ignore Red Flags 🚩 18:00 Anxiety Isn’t Chemistry (What Your Body Is Telling You) 22:00 Real Dating Example: Breadcrumb Behavior 30:00 How to Break the Pattern 43:00 Final Shift: Choose Differently If you’re tired of dating the same person in a different body… this is where it changes. 💡 I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: What’s one dating pattern you know you keep repeating? DM me or Comment below🎧 Listen Here Apple: Dating PatternsSpotify: Dating PatternsStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)Mentioned in this episode:Menopause Love Lounge PodcastMenopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.)

What if the relationship you are in is not fundamentally broken, yet lacks transparency? This episode delves into the complexities of navigating feelings, desires, and questions that often remain unspoken within partnerships. We explore the aftermath of infidelity and the emotional turbulence that ensues, discussing the importance of honesty and communication in fostering genuine connection. Joined by Dr. Joli Hamilton, a distinguished relationship coach, we dissect what constitutes effective relational dynamics, what leads to disarray, and the critical self-awareness required before embarking on a journey of ethical non-monogamy. This conversation is particularly pertinent for those currently dating or contemplating their own relationship structures, as we seek to illuminate the path to authenticity and fulfillment in love.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Picking Up Where We Left Off00:42 The Reality of Non-Monogamy03:15 What People Get Wrong06:28 Boundaries and Where It Breaks10:12 Jealousy and Emotional Triggers14:05 Building Trust and Doing the Work18:22 The Hard Truth Most People Avoid22:40 When It Starts to Fall Apart27:18 What She Would Do Differently31:55 Advice Before You Try This🔗 Links & Resources ◎ Instagram: @drjoli_hamilton♪ TikTok: @drjoli_hamilton🌐 Website: Dr Joli Hamilton💡 After everything we talked about… what are you taking from this?Are you someone who values honesty above everything, or does this feel like too much?Leave a review or DM me your thoughts. I read every single one.🎧 Listen Here 👉 Apple Podcast👉 Spotify PodcastStay connected with Andrea▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms◎ Instagram: @from.mrs.2.ms♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms🌐 Website: https://frommrstoms.captivate.fm✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)Mentioned in this episode:Menopause Love Lounge PodcastMenopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.)

What happens when you fall in love with someone else… while you’re married?In this wildly honest and eye-opening episode, Andrea sits down with returning guest Dr. Joli Hamilton to unpack a real-life story that sounds like a movie… but it’s very real.From a spontaneous moment on the dance floor…to blowing up her marriage…to living in a triad with her best friend…to eventually marrying the man she fell for…This conversation goes way beyond curiosity. It’s about truth, communication, jealousy, and what relationships actually require, whether you’re monogamous or not.⚠️ This is not your typical conversation about polyamory.Inside this episode:00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:11 Meet Dr. Joli Hamilton03:08 Falling for Someone Else While Married04:48 The Moment Everything Changed05:43 The Confession That Changed Everything10:08 Why This Felt Different13:57 Exploring Attraction and Sexuality24:36 Opening the Relationship and What Went Wrong27:24 Moving In and Blending Lives30:48 The Reality No One Talks About35:17 The Biggest Lesson42:38 The Unexpected Proposal44:37 Jealousy, Growth, and What It TakesThis episode isn’t about convincing you to be non-monogamous. It’s about asking better questions:What do I actually want in a relationship?Am I communicating honestly?Am I choosing my partner… or just staying comfortable?Because whether you’re monogamous or not… the real work is the same.🎯 If You’re Currently Dating…You NEED this episode if:You’re back in the dating world after divorceYou’re seeing “ENM” or “poly” on dating apps and don’t know what it meansYou’re navigating trust, jealousy, or situationshipsYou want a deeper, more intentional relationship🎧 Listen Here Apple: Dating PatternsSpotify: Dating PatternsStay connected with Joli:Website: Joli HamiltonIG: @drjoli.hamiltonStay connected with Andrea ▶ YouTube: @frommrs2ms ◎ Instagram:@from.mrs.2.ms ♪ TikTok: @from.mrs.2.ms 🌐 Website: From Mrs to Ms Podcast✉️ Email: [email protected] help support the show (every little bit helps 💕)Mentioned in this episode:Menopause Love Lounge PodcastMenopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.)

How do you know if you’re actually ready to date again… or if you’re just lonely?Because let’s be honest, a lot of us are jumping back out there thinking we’re ready… when really, we just don’t want to be alone.In this episode, Amy Watts and I get into the real truth behind that. The patterns, the mistakes, the moments we thought we were healed and clearly were not.We talk about why you keep attracting the same person, how dating apps can mess with your mindset, and the subtle ways you might be looking for validation instead of real connection.This is about getting honest with yourself. Women empowerment. Understanding your triggers. Slowing down long enough to actually figure out what you want before you go chasing someone else.Because the right relationship is not going to fix you.And it is definitely not going to come from a place of emptiness.It comes from knowing who you are… and finally choosing not to abandon yourself.Chapters:00:14 - Understanding Readiness for Dating Again04:09 - Navigating the Dating World After Divorce13:29 - Understanding Readiness for Dating After Divorce23:30 - Understanding Emotional Readiness for Dating33:00 - Understanding Your Why in DatingInstagram: @from.mrs.2.msTikTok: @from.mrs.2.msYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@FromMrs2MsFacebook: Amy WattsInstagram: @soshedidlifecoachingMentioned in this episode:Menopause Love Lounge PodcastMenopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.)