This conversation is for the woman who’s been doing the inner work, building her standards, and calling in something real… but still feels caught off guard when it finally arrives. We’re talking about what it takes to actually receive a relationship that feels safe, healthy, and grounded in mutual respect, and how to recognize when old patterns might be trying to protect you from something that’s no longer a threat. 

We Talk About:

• Why emotional availability in men can feel destabilizing at first
  

• How polarity teachings sometimes oversimplify real human intimacy
  

• The skills women need to hold a man’s vulnerability without bracing
  

• Why emotionally mature men do want to be seen and witnessed
  

• How to support a masculine partner without overfunctioning
  

• What the “ick” actually signals, and how to alchemize it

• Containment and self-regulation as a feminine leadership skill
  

• Ways to create safety in yourself so you can be a safe space for others
  

• How to align with the kind of love and depth you actually desire

  
  

#feminineenergy #masculineenergy #nervoussystemhealing #secureattachment #healthyrelationships #innerwork #datingwithintention #emotionallyavailablemen

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In this episode, we're talking about the complexities of situationships. Because they are so common, we need to have a real conversation about the emotional dynamics, boundaries, and the importance of clarity in relationships so people who want a long-term relationship can make the adjustments to how they approach these conversations and feel empowered to be honest about what they want and know when to exit before falling into unfulfilling relationship patterns. Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney?Connect with Bri on Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@buildingbricoaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Courtney on Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@courtney_schand⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the show on Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@thefortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fortheloveofmenpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠Looking for deeper support?Check out our Masterclasses:1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/767199b5-47dd-4b08-a405-2854480607a62️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/344d8ff0-6c7f-4d83-909c-b1da3e4d2a1b3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/764d6284-6af5-456e-928f-14554f56c17f00:00 Introduction to Situationships07:29 The Importance of Boundaries in Relationships12:24 The Role of Emotional Depth in Dating19:48 Navigating Potential in Relationships27:09 Navigating Situationships vs. Long-Term Relationships35:32 Visceral Communication and Congruence44:02 Shifting Mindsets for Healthy Relationships

There’s a lot of talk about “princess treatment” right now. Some of it’s light and funny, some of it’s rooted in real desire, and some of it is missing the point entirely.

In this episode, we’re unpacking what’s underneath the viral reels, the lists, the standards, and what happens when a woman starts to base her worth on how much she’s being poured into without pausing to ask: Do I even want that kind of relationship?

Because yes, you can want to feel spoiled, cared for, and deeply cherished…And still make space for a man to feel respected, needed, and appreciated.

It’s all about getting honest with yourself and asking:

• Is what I’m asking for actually mine?

• Do I feel empowered asking for it or pressured to perform some version of “feminine”?

• And most importantly... what do I want to give in return?
  

When you approach relationships from an empowered feminine lens, the goal isn’t to demand more. It’s to ask better. To check in with your own heart first. To receive without entitlement. And to let your standards be rooted in self-respect, not fear.

We’re talking about all of that and more in this one.

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores.

In this episode of For the Love of Men Podcast we discuss:

Characteristics of Feminine energy: playfulness, being in the moment, expressiveness, sensuality, pleasure, receptive, trusting, spirituality, free.

Feminine energy is fluid, and expansive in all directions.This is what allows “her” to flow with life, staying available in each moment to receive- emotion, pleasure, sensations, intuitive guidance, etc.

The powerful mindset shift: Trust your innate magnetism. How would you show up to dating, work, new opportunities, etc if you believed in your own abilities? Would you hide how much you know, what you instinctively want to do, or how deeply you feel things? Or would you feel relaxed and unguarded?

When you begin to believe that you are more attractive when you are in touch with your inner world, you feel safe to explore (and express) what makes you you. This gives you permission to acquaint yourself with your body in a new way- using all of your senses and sensations to receive information.

By practicing embodiment, you will naturally express more Feminine energy. Your emotions will animate your whole being from your sexuality, emotionality, vitality, to a general sense of well-being. You will have access to share more of yourself with others and this is how “being in your Feminine energy” creates connections.

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores.

In this episode of For the Love of Men Podcast we discuss:

Women will use their masculine energy as a shield when they instinctively do not trust masculine energy. This can come from a history of trauma, early family dynamics where emotions were not welcomed/safe/seen, or abandoment/emotional unavailability, etc. Because her felt-experience of being in her Feminine Energy (in relation to another person) was not one of safety, security, and sturdiness, she uses her own masculine energy with the hopes of creating that for herself.

Signs she may be leading with her masculine energy:

-She approaches everything with logic instead of trusting her heart

-Treating all connections like a business (very formal)

-Surrendering control feels terrifying regardless of how well her needs are being heard/honored

-Hyperindepence (so she doesn’t have to depend on anyone or feel disappointed)

-She pushes herself beyond her natural limits to compete with others for a sense of value (and safety)

-Experiences difficulty receiving- care, pleasure, love, results of her own efforts, etc

-She resents/distrusts men collectively

Hiding behind a shield keeps you “safe” and yet it dilutes your ability to discern who you feel authentically safe around.

The Feminine will only soften when she perceives safety. In order to shift into a more empowered energy, a woman has to learn to create safety in her body. This means she allows herself to release the triggers from her body (we both teach somatic release), begin to trust her own Masculine energy (aka boundaries) to create the safety she needs to keep her heart open, and start to see men differently out in the world (the “good ones” become protectors instead of perpetrators).

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores.

In this episode of For the Love of Men Podcast we discuss:

1. Planning.

When the masculine partner takes the role of planner, the feminine gets to relax and trust your ability to lead. This can be really simple but knowing what to expect feels calming to the feminine (it creates contrast to the ever-changing experience of the feminine) and she will be more open to receive your efforts.

    2. Consistency.

Over time, the repeated experience of your actions and words lining up builds the foundation for deeper intimacy. To the feminine, this will be experienced as sturdiness and she will be more willing to reveal more of her heart.

    3. Communication.

We all have different needs/expectations for communication- what is enough, what is too little, etc. Getting clear on both of your needs to stay interested in the connection will manage expectations and keep her from feeling wobbly. If you have a busy day, let her know. If you prefer a phone call over text, ask him ;)

    4. Sharing long-term goals.

This is an opportunity to clarify what you want (for yourself- i.e. casual vs commitment) and practice communicating it. Even if you are not in alignment, it will create the experience of honor and respect. And it is not going to scare the right person away to share what you want from a relationship.

    5. Validating her emotions.

The Feminine feels safe when she experiences connection. If she is sharing something with you, it is because she is wanting to connect with you. When she’s sharing with you (even if it seems pointless to you) treat it as if she is saying, “I trust you” and listen with the intention of creating space for her to express herself (as opposed to solving a problem). This can look like asking follow-up questions or reflecting what you are hearing.

    6. Consent is empowering.

Physical safety can be a legitimate fear for many women (often at a rate that is surprising to men). When you verbally ask for consent, it is similar to making a plan- on a micro-level- she relaxes and trusts you more. It allows her to feel seen and valued and it gives her space to express her boundaries- to set you up to Win with her long-term by seeing the most authentic version of her. And it keeps you in the role of protector and not perpetrator (even if this is from past experience and not true about you).

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In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

1. The Open Dating Phase can create a lot of anxiety for women because our idea of safety is usually (if you’re looking for a relationship) in a relational context. This gets to be an empowering opportunity for you to clarify your boundaries- which is how you create a feeling of safety for yourself without needing to control the situation. Focal Point: As you’re going on dates, make note- either written or mentally- when you experience safety and what works for you. THESE are your boundaries and they will keep you feeling empowered, in charge, and able to lean back and observe who is in front of you.
2. Exclusively Dating one person gives you the opportunity to see “who they are” in a more intentional way. Taking time to get to know someone doesn’t necessarily mean they are leading you on (assuming you both WANT a relationship). Codependency wounds can get activated very easily in this stage so it can be very empowering to continue to “date” them (not to collapse your boundaries to rush being “chosen”) to observe their consistent behavior. Focal Point: You are still responsible for your happiness and being the healthiest version of yourself, commitment or no commitment. Think of this phase as building a foundation for a relationship- how easily can you be yourself around them? Do you start dropping your hobbies/friends? Do you feel comfortable sharing your feelings/basic needs?
3. Commitment is what many women want because it feels like safety to the Feminine to be able to reveal her most authentic self and be accepted (the Masculine experiences safety in freedom so this may be when men feel most vulnerable). This phase opens up opportunities for deeper emotional intimacy and also comes with more responsibility in learning how to navigate triggers together and in front of another person. This is why the exclusive dating phase (the foundation building) is such a gift. Focal Point: This phase is where you can both grow most profoundly, if you can continue to see what they other person is revealing to you about your own triggers. Whatever the next phase looks like for you will be a conversation you can have together, as a team.

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In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

1. “Why buy the cow when you get the milk for free”. This phrase is disempowering to both men and women because it reduces them to their sexual value as currency. Action Item: this is can be an empowering exercise to get clear on what you want out of a relationship experience so you can lead with *those* boundaries (and increase the chances of getting what you most need) vs bargaining for it with sex.
2. The person that “cares” the least has the most power. If you act out of this belief, you create a power dynamic (struggle) that brings up the wounds of the partner- not their best. Action Item: Notice when you feel the need to use this strategy and get curious. Playing hard-to-get will repel empowered partners- and pull out their wounded self -because this is a lose-lose situation (love is about learning how to be vulnerable AND safe, and *this* is what is attractive to a potential partner).
3. Empowered partners are looking for emotional availability (not someone who plays hard-to-get or someone they “can’t have”). When we play hard-to-get, it is a giant red flag to a healthy partner because it is a sign that they won’t get their needs met (or make you happy) so why would they invest their best. Action Item: Our work is to release the traumatic patterns we unconsciously recreate of earning love and of not owning the powerful impact our presence has on the people around us.
4. Discernment is an empowered characteristic. This means understanding- and asking for- what you need to feel in integrity as the relationship unfolds is part of being the healthiest version of you (and therefore, creating a healthy relationship). Empowered partners don’t want you to violate your own boundaries to please them (like, ew.), and the more you can practice sharing what you need, the easier it will be to discern if you are a good fit. Action Item: If you are afraid that a partner will leave if you have sex, it is an indicator that you need to have the conversation not that you need to “hold out” until X date.

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In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

Receiving. Women are natural receivers. When it’s not coming naturally, there are often some experiences from her past that are causing her to interpret the world in a way that actually closes her off from her feminine energy (natural receiving capability). In this paradigm, receiving feels VULNERABLE and she will (often unknowingly) resist voluntarily being in this role.

There are many reasons women struggle with receiving, here are a few:

1. Emotional. Many women have an experience where operating in a masculine paradigm that celebrates performance and achievement, they trade (or aren’t taught how to use it in the context of work or family life) their authentic receiving energy for more masculine tendencies. This acts as a shield that serves them in the corporate setting but deflects reaching her heart. This also causes her to overextend her natural capacity in an effort to be seen as more worthy.
2. Mental. Other women have shared the experience of general unawareness when it comes to receiving. Because we are socialized differently from men, we don’t understand the experiences leading up to their offers to help and interpret them incorrectly. They often don’t understand (much less intend) that men experience this as rejection. This misunderstanding is deeply unsatisfying for both parties.
3. Biological. Finally, there’s is a biological component to struggling to receive where she experiences greater feelings of safety (in her body) when she doesn’t “take” from someone who needs it more than her. So when she doesn’t receive from you, it may be because she isn’t sure it is safe to accept it or that it will be depleting resources that are vital to someone else (i.e. you).

Action Item:

If you want to be generous in helping heal this with her, you can:

-Verbalize your desire for her (i.e. “I want you to have this”, “I want to do this for you”, “I want to take something off your plate”, etc) this will help her nervous system come off autopilot (masculine in nature) and increase the chances of her feminine energy coming online (a genuine response).

-Express the experience of her receiving. This is brave but if your woman is receiving, a simple smile will let her know that this is safe for her and the receiving ends the exchange (it won’t be held over her head when she least expects it).

-Understand this is her work, you’re supporting her healing by staying present and creating a corrective experience for her. It is important to understand your boundaries and take care of yourself too, modeling healthy behaviors can be very healing.

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In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

1. Many women believe that in order to feel safe receiving, she needs to have an equal payment available just in case the favor is “called in”. This actually keeps women from being fully present to the experience (that she most desires) and so the gift isn’t allowed to be absorbed before giving back. To flip this, so receiving becomes a nourishing exchange, you have to understand that men give because they want to and begin to trust that.
2. The masculine longs to be received. The “repayment” of a man’s effort and gift is the gracious receipt of it. They give generously with the hopes of simply experiencing you receiving him.
3. Men mean what they say. When they offer something, it is because they are willing to give it to you (it is either from overflow or a calculated sacrifice but it is intentional either way). Women have a hard time trusting this because we often offer things half-heartedly (litmos test: “I hope you say ‘No’”). This sets us up to believe we are “putting him out” if we accept his offer but we are really missing an opportunity for both of us to be deeply nourished (you get what you need and gets to feel of service- aka “points”).
4. Your expression of happiness and receiving what you need is highly attractive and motivating to the Masculine. Many women have the experience of this vulnerable experience being unsafe and have to allow their nervous system to recalibrate in order to open up instead of reacting and shutting down.
5. Nothing will increase your self-worth like allowing yourself to absorb the gifts that are available on a daily basis. When women show up to life in this paradigm she will be someone that is innately more attractive to men because she registers as someone they can “win points” with (see episode 1). This will set you up to give “cleanly” because you have enough to give from overflow instead of overextending ourselves to buy love.

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The phrases that make our whole body melt come from understanding these concepts:

1. Being in/building an intimate relationship with a woman will allow you to see sides of her that many people don’t. Many women have wounding around being seen as “too ________” so when you see the vulnerable parts no one else gets to see, it is a treat. It is a corrective experience for her to feel seen- and even attractive- when she’s not “put together”.
2. Many women struggle to take up “space”, when you open space specifically for her to express herself, she will feel seen and invited to express herself more fully (this is the part of her you will be most attracted to, trust me).
3. When a woman trusts you, she will share more with you. The more you are capable of allowing her to share (what happened in her day, how she’s feeling, a concern she has in regard to your behavior, etc), the more she gets to open up around you. She may not want you to do anything with the information (it’s safe to ask upfront so you don’t get bogged down) in order to win with her.
4. Men are amazing at taking action and problem solving, the challenge you will find in communication occurs when you are using the problem solving when she’s wanting to simply share (the cart is ahead of the horse). Instead, think about what problems you can solve and actions you can take that will make her life easier, and when she’s talking, focus on staying present while she’s trying to connect.
5. Independent women can have a hard time relying on people, when you take action on the items (especially the small ones) she mentions, it creates a sense of safety to share more of her needs with you. This is where your masculine energy gets to shine!
6. Physical intimacy can showcase all of our vulnerabilities. When you understand the perceived risk for her of taking up too much time or being unpleasing, you will be able to support her in receiving more pleasure and provide more connection… with you.
7. Many women will experience a sense of calm when you are able to share with them the impact they have on YOU. This is tied to her sense of safety and not being abandoned (on a deep level).
8. Keeping the communication channel clean keeps her heart open to express her inner world with you. Validating her experience instead of taking it personally is going to help her trust that there isn’t punishment (anger, abandonment, dismissal, etc) when she shares vulnerably.

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

The qualities that men display that grow the connection, provide a deep sense of safety, and give us heart eyes!

1. Hold space- so many women have the experience of struggling to speak up because they feel unsafe “rocking the boat”. Action Item: Practice pausing before you problem solve, guess how she’s feeling and stay curious about the experience she’s trying to share with you.
2. Go after your goals- getting the support you need as you’re growing into the best version of yourself. This can look like hiring a mentor, investing in your health, learning a new skill, etc. Action Item: Reach out for what you need to make your dreams reality, your woman wants to cheer for you but isn’t always the most suitable coach.
3. When you open up to us- there is nothing that creates more safety for us than when you are able to share your emotional experience with us. This is different than therapy (if you need more support, by all means, ask for it), this is you being ok with your human-ness and owning your emotions which lets us know those parts of us will not be rejected in your presence either.
4. Planning ahead based on what supports the needs of the relationship- remembering and continuing to honor the boundaries that have been set up to this point in the relationship really help women feel seen and cared for. Action Item: Pay attention to ways you can protect the relationship by not asking her (or you) to overstep previously set boundaries (i.e. if they value sleep, don’t plan things that make that difficult without checking in. Have a conversation about boundaries that need to be readjusted at this point in the connection)
5. Honor the ways men and women are different- learning how to honor her experience when she’s on her period Action Item: get curious about how her needs/desires change at different points of her cycle to get the best of her.

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1. Your Intuition is a sign that your Empowered Feminine Energy is online. If you’re finding yourself deep in self-doubt, it will activate your masculine energy. Often, this will look like the need to move toward a man (asking questions like “what do I need to do to get more from him?”). Trust that it is coming online to support you and redirect that attention inward and receive the inner support.
2. One of the hardest parts of dating is learning to trust that a man knows what he is capable of giving. His availability to meet your needs is not a reflection of your attractiveness or the likelihood of that need being met but these beliefs are usually what will keep a woman in a connection that isn’t the best fit for her. Holding your needs in high esteem is the fastest way to getting them met in a healthy way (you may open up space for more aligned sources of connection by letting a man go who says he isn’t available for what you want).
3. Pursuing a relationship is very different than pursuing a man. When you focus on what a healthy relationship would need from you and take those actions, men will naturally be drawn to you instead of you feeling the need to show him how “qualified” you are as a partner (the relationship resume).
4. Leaving the door open while moving on will not turn off an empowered man that is not able to meet your needs at this time. Sometimes he needs time to clarify his boundaries and open up space for a relationship. If it’s not a fit, trust that he knows what he is able to provide in a relationship instead of repeatedly accepting less than you desire.

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The bleeding heart man often leads with effort.
He gives, he fixes, he overextends, hoping it will finally earn him closeness or certainty.
And the high standards woman? She’s not wrong for wanting more.
But sometimes, those standards are hiding something else, like fear, self-protection, or a deep unmet need to feel emotionally held.

In this episode, we’re getting into what’s actually going on underneath this dynamic and how both partners can get what they need to feel emotionally safe without swinging into overgiving or rigid expectations.

Because love doesn’t require a performance.
But it does ask for truth.

We’ll explore:

• Why high standards sometimes turn into emotional armor

• How overgiving can be a hidden form of control

• And what it looks like to shift from protection into connection

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss

1. What actually happens in her body? The body fluctuates estrogen and progesterone levels throughout the month, ending in a release of the preparations her body has been making all month to support a possible biological pregnancy.
2. The week of the cycle where her body is shedding was historically seen as a sacred time because of the increased sensitivity but often the way we take care of this experience can be met with judgments (lazy, attention-seeking, dramatic, emotional, etc). Action Item: Be curious about her unique experience as a way of understanding what would feel supportive to her. This might give you awareness to be more compassionate
3. For the sake of the partnership, this week can be seen as an opportunity to provide care (hold your judgment, allow her space to process her own emotions if it will overload you) or actionable support (cook, go get the groceries, clean, take on the kids needs) Action Item: Having compassion for the women in your life can go a long way
4. Most women don’t feel like their best/most attractive self which already feels more vulnerable than usual. This may be why many women feel shame or struggle to ask for extra care. Action Item: A generous way to support her may be to create a multiple-choice option for ways you’re willing to provide more care this week.

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1. How do you want to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Take some pressure off, and make it a collaborative process to plan this day in a way that really meets both your needs. Conversation: “Is there anything that would make V-day extra special to you?”
2. The wounded feminine (in both of men and women) can be activated around V-day and will play out in hiding her desires, making it hard to win. Ladies, it is HOT when you can put into words what would please you most. Conversation: “What would you do if you had it all your way?
3. Understanding your love language (google it ;)) can help your partner understand what fills you up and makes you feel safe and cared for. Notice where your partner lights up but doesn’t always prioritize for themselves. Conversation: “What would feel indulgent/spoiling to you?” (permission to take what inspires you)

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

1. Integrity is sexy because it feels safe to the Feminine. A man that knows himself and what he is looking for will behave in a way that is in line with the outcome he is building. This allows him to be honest about what he is looking for (casual, long term relationship, etc) and the Feminine can then discern how she wants to show up Action Item: The more the feminine feels safe, the more of her heart you will be able to experience so you can find the person with the most aligned values.
2. Planning ahead is more than scheduling- giving the Feminine notice gives her a sense of calmness allows her to feel safe (or do things that would allow her to feel that way) to let you lead.
3. Desire= turn on. Romantic connections require an exchange of sexual energy (spontaneity, flirting, charisma, etc), in order to create tension. This is why safety is so important to allowing romance to deepen, many women experience tension around revealing their sexual energy. Action Item: The more calm her body is the less self-conscious she will be in sharing sexual energy (flirting, touch, playfulness, etc)
4. Green flags to ask her out will be observed in her body language and energy. The Feminine is naturally expressive, the more calm a woman feels around you the more she will feel free to express- this is where you will get the information that makes it clear to you. Action Item: When the Feminine feels safe, she naturally softens. Observe her body language and even ask if you aren’t sure.
5. Consistent communication creates safety in your absence. This keeps her nervous system open and playful so you are more likely to bring out the best of her.  Action Item: Small actions that let us know you desire for us to feel safe cue our body to relax and receive your advances.

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

1. What does integrity look like for the Feminine (i.e. is it people pleasing or keeping your word?) Integrity to the Feminine is a moment-by-moment revealing of your inner experience, for the Masculine integrity means doing what you say. Focal Point: Notice what situations you have a hard time saying “no” to and formulate a plan to create space when the pressure feels highest (i.e. “I need to check my calendar and get back to you”)
2. Feminine energy principles that are taught in a vacuum tend to cater to the wounded feminine within us. Focal Point: Partnership requires two empowered people to thrive. This means a woman needs her own masculine energy online and integrated (to be able to validate herself) for her to show up in a way that allows for healthy relationships.
3. Check out #5 for more info on tendencies of the Wounded Feminine (we all have it). Focal Point: When we only focus on our feelings, the relationship dynamic that often comes out of that is that of parent-child (not sexy for romantic relationships).
4. You can’t set a boundary and simultaneously babysit the other person’s feelings about the boundary. Focal Point: To correct unhealthy dynamics, begin noticing the other person’s Masculine energy in the relationship by trusting that they are capable -in general and of holding their emotional experience- acknowledging it will keep the dynamic healthy.

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• Attachment theory categorizes 4 main “styles”- Anxious, Fearful Avoidant, Avoidant, Secure- of attaching in intimate relationships based on innate personality traits and experiences in relationships over time.
• Understand that this goes deeper than thoughts, this reaction will trigger your whole nervous system and is able to shift using somatic (body-based) tools. Focal Point: Notice where your body “holds” this story so you can soften and breathe into that spot with compassionate awareness.
• Sometimes it’s not you. What if you were to trust your gut more in this experience- what would you need more of if you believe your body’s response to the situation? Focal Point: Having extra eyes (that know what healthy relationships look like) on a situation can help you discern what’s healthiest for you moving forward.
• Understanding your triggers is powerful in creating a sense of security within yourself. Focal Point: What story do you tell and where is it in your body? When you understand the story you hear when you feel this sensation, you can speak power and breathe into that trigger and heal it.
• Learning to hear “no” takes the emotional charge away from the possibility of rejection. Focal Point: Revealing your heart creates intimacy and allows healing for deep wounds when you can learn what stability feels like in that patterned response.
• Part of healing an anxious attachment is learning to let other people be accountable for their behavior even if it’s your trigger. Focal Point: If you are one that tends to take a lot of responsibility in relationships (very aware of “your work”), notice what shifts when you start to see the other person as equally responsible for the experience that’s been created.

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• Dating is a two-fold learning process: learning what- and how to ask for- you need/want and learning what the healthiest partner for you looks like (it may surprise you).
• When you notice what you tolerate in relationships (i.e. what do you complain to your girlfriends about) see it as an energetic boundary moving forward to open space for more of what you want.
• It’s much easier to not take it personally when you can hear what people are actually saying without making it about you. Focal Point: This is where you have to focus on what you want- if you had it all your way, does this work for *you*?
• Learn what your Feminine energy sounds like when she’s feeling unsupported (i.e. “there’s no one like him/he’s rare”, “I’ll make the wrong choice”) and don’t make decisions until she’s calm and supported (meet your own needs more, soothe yourself, etc). You will make the best choices from here.
• It is ok to put yourself on a timeline. Sometimes it’s easier to hear your intuition when you release the pressure of time.
• Men are not turned off by a woman with needs. They know that it takes work to maintain a relationship with a woman, EMs are always asking “can I give her that?/how?”

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The three needs of the Feminine are to be Heard, Seen, and Safe.

• Action Item: when these needs are not met, she will present as guarded. Come from a vantage point of “she wants to be open with me” and see what actions you naturally are drawn to take. This will shift you into a confident expression of your authentic masculinity (no need to pose as “more masculine” to make her feel safe).

Safety is individual and primary. Breathing together can be a really powerful way to co-regulate. Touch can be very grounding if you agree to that or simply practice grounding yourself (imagine planting your feet in the ground and breathing into your genitals (full-body breath makes you more present)).

• Action Item: Ask the woman you care about what she needs when she starts to close down and give her some time to share. Emotional safety is built over time by listening with curiosity to understand the other person’s experience.

Women are responsible for opening to men they feel safe with. When she is able to verbalize what her specific needs around safety are, it empowers a man to really step up to provide this. This will help her calm her body and open to deeper experiences of connection- emotionally, sexually, and spiritually.

• Action Item: the Feminine naturally feels more relaxed when she feels supported by the Masculine. Lean toward her in her vulnerability and she will naturally feel your stability and be open to connecting with you.

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1. Dating strategies (aka attraction psychology) are designed to increase desire by playing on insecurity. Focal Point: When you’re not “getting what you want” from a potential partner, consider it a red flag, not an opportunity to “inspire” them.

2.  Secure partners are attracted to people who see them in their personal power (authenticity) *and* are drawn to it. Focal Point: Long-term attraction is built when you can see someone as equally powerful.

3. Dating is about learning to trust yourself and develop discernment about what you need to feel open and expansive. This means you practice asking for what you need and want- early and often <3 Focal Point: Empowered partners are into clear communication- if you need something, ask for it (negotiate if you need to, check out Courtney’s post Stop "Compromising" in Relationships (and What to Do Instead So They Actually Work) — Courtney Schand).

4. Boundaries are meant to be internalized as we mature (feelings-based boundaries) instead of strategy (rules-based boundaries). Focal Point: Strategies are great scaffolds while you are learning to be guided by YOUR feelings.

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Ask yourself, “When did I notice I was no longer feeling like myself and what did I notice?” take inventory of what boundaries needed to have been in place so you can place them sooner next time or pivot as you move forward. It’s ok to be different than your partner AND to grow with them, you don’t have to like all the same things to be attractive Focal Point: If you feel the need to hide your quirky interests/disinterests to stay in a connection, it’s a red flag (for you) to bring more of your empowered masculine energy to support/accept you.

We allow people to see us by the boundaries we set. Focal Point: It is safe to not agree with everything, in fact, others feel *safer* when we set boundaries (“actually, I think XYZ” vs agreeing to not rock the boat) because they can see clearly how to connect in a way that feels safe for them 

Notice how much of yourself you can reveal and feel safe around different people Focal Point: Find people that can see and celebrate more and more of you and know where to go to belong (in the quirky facets and as a whole) Letting go of connections that you’re not ready to let go of (good friends you aren’t able to spend time with anymore) can be an indicator that you need to create clarity for yourself before proceeding.

Make a list of what you need and allow the dating process to refine the list Focal Point: There’s a difference between compromising your values and understanding yourself more through the experiences you’ve had. 

Stop compromising in relationships and start negotiating for your needs Focal Point: If you’re wanting something long-term, it will not feel safe to be with someone that is trying to please you and has 0 needs. Clarify what you need and negotiate as you become aware of them (see Courtney’s post on negotiation Stop "Compromising" in Relationships (and What to Do Instead So They Actually Work) — Courtney Schand)

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores to create healthy, polarized relationships.

• What makes friendships work? Friendship, like any other relationship, is the space for more authenticity. This requires a willingness to step in and see someone else’s authentic self as well as offering your truth in return. Focal Point: What makes friendship valuable to you? (your friendships may require something specific to be satisfying and they won’t know unless you ask for it, so go for it)
• What do they feel like when they are healthy? Friends that bring out the best in you are able (and willing) to see you and celebrate the ways you enhance their experience by being in their life and hear and honor your needs/“no”. Focal Point: Notice where in your life you feel the most “you”, can you invest more appreciation, time and energy into nurturing those connections?
• What are some sneaky ways friendships get off balance/why? Jealousy… It’s easy to feel jealous when other women’s uniqueness is being displayed, especially if you aren’t feeling your own Masculine energy’s support- this will have you *acting* out of jealousy instead of using it to learn and develop new skills/interests. Focal Point: Notice your pattern with jealousy in relation to other women. If you’re wanting more/deeper connections with Empowered women, they will provide an opportunity for you to display your uniqueness. You choose what to do with your awareness- compare it or celebrate it.
• How to choose friends as an adult (that wants to be the healthiest version of yourself)? The more you prioritize healthy relationships, the more you will be able to communicate in a way that prevents resentment. This will ultimately attract new friends with more similar values/skills (what makes friendships “work” for them) and will naturally create space for other people to step into greater maturity or fall away. Focal Point: A healthy relationship is able to honor both parties and find a win-win. What happens when you say “no” in your current relationships? Can you lead the practice of saying or hearing “no”?

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For most men, this stuff isn’t obvious. No one teaches you what real safety looks like for women. Not in a classroom. Not from other men. Not in the media. So it makes sense if you’ve been doing your best but still feel like something’s missing.In this episode, we’re talking about what safety actually means to the feminine and why it’s the foundation for deeper emotional and physical connection. Not the cliché version of safety. The real, lived, visceral kind that women are tracking every day without even realizing it.

We break it down into 3 core types:

• Physical safety: Why her nervous system is always scanning, and what makes her body relax

• Emotional safety: The difference between “hearing” her and actually getting it

• Sexual safety: Why pushing backfires, and what creates real openness

You’ll learn:

• • How small shifts in your energy tell her more than words ever could

• Why safety is the most underrated (and sexiest) form of foreplay

• What happens when she feels like she has to protect herself from you

• How to spot the green lights that say “She trusts you now. Keep going.”

There’s no script for this. But if you’re willing to slow down, tune in, and actually attune to her pace, you’ll see a version of her you’ve never seen before.

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• What is “wounded” feminine energy?

When the feminine energy is wounded, it will express in one of two ways- having unclear boundaries (people have a hard time seeing you/people-pleasing) or difficulty recognizing what is “yours” and “theirs” (over-functioning in relationships)

• How does it happen?

The feminine wound tends to happen over time. It can be modeled from society or previous generations and can be expressed in men or women. But ultimately, when masculine energy is unintegrated or disempowered (not trusted/wounded), the feminine will be more at risk of experiencing injury because she will struggle to have/hold boundaries and will be unable to act in her own best interest.

• How do you recognize it?

Someone with wounded feminine energy will often present as flighty, difficult to pin down/ no follow-through, passive-aggressive, highly reactive emotionally, temper tantrums/entitled, etc.

• What is “empowered” feminine energy?

The state of being where you are enjoying life with all your senses, beyond a focus only being on meeting survival needs. This feels like magic because it requires less effort to be you than ever before. Note: the dating advice changes dramatically when a woman is in her empowered feminine energy.

• How does it happen?

The feminine will not be empowered without the inner support of her own masculine energy. This is what builds the structure for her to feel safe and resilient enough to express herself fully (boundaries, vulnerabilities, creativity, sexuality, etc. from a place of groundedness and integrity).

• How do you recognize it?

Communication is one of the hallmarks of empowered feminine energy. She is willing to express herself authentically because she feels free, liberated, supported, and at ease internally and by her external world. Empowered feminine energy feels inspiring to be around because they see the best in you and yet they are very clear within themselves; it’s a safe, freeing energy to be around.

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores to create healthy, polarized relationships.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

• What is “wounded” masculine energy?

When the masculine energy experiences injury, the protective aggression is more active (from snarky comments all the way to narcissistic behaviors) than a feeling of stable, grounded experience.

• How does it happen?

From the best we can tell, the masculine energy is actually overcompensating for an injury (or unintegrated) to the feminine (i.e. this can be a downstream effect of being shamed for experiencing emotions, unable to operate with autonomy or safety/trust in relationships).

• How do you recognize it?

When the masculine remains wounded, they tend to be experienced as “pushy” or unable to see other people’s boundaries/natural limits.

• What is “empowered” masculine energy?

This is the mature, stable version of masculine energy.

• How does it happen?

Typically, there seems to be an integration of the feminine energy within himself that allows a man to approach life wholeheartedly, able to give, receive, and trust himself and others.

• How do you recognize it?

This energy is most recognized by how you will feel around them. Do you feel safe and open, like you can rely on this person (they show up when they say they will, able to disagree without reacting, contributing what they can to the benefit of others, etc)? The odds are good they are operating from an empowered masculine state.

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores to create healthy, polarized relationships.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

The underlying belief pattern of women that feel compelled to lead: the need to create safety in feeling chosen (not understanding our own worthiness) or the need to create safety by controlling how men show up (not understanding how the masculine operates). When we see this as an attempt to create safety, she can judge herself less for the behaviors that flow from this and get that need met more easily.

1. Relying on strategies (“rules-based boundaries”) instead of learning to trust yourself (“feelings-based boundaries”)(3:34) Mindset shift: stay present in the moment as it unfolds and check in with what you need/what lines up with your values to discern how to respond versus behaving in a way that prevents your feeling vulnerable.
2. Interrogating questions creates a sense of urgency and competition to incite him to action(12:11). Mindset shift: if you could see yourself through the eyes of your ideal partner, how would you feel/express yourself?
3. Leading the conversation so there isn’t an awkward lull(15:00). Mindset shift: if you were to assume he is there because he wants to get to know you, what would feel good to share with him, and what would feel good to know about him?
4. Overextending yourself on his behalf doesn’t trust him to provide or to ask for what he needs and creates resentment on both sides(19:50). Mindset shift: If you could see him as wanting to give to you and how does it feel to respond from that energy?
5. Dating strategies that make you seem “hard to get”. (34:16) Mindset shift: I am naturally attractive to healthy masculine men when I focus on feeling calm and happy and let him see that.
6. Correcting him is a subtle form of not trusting that he is smart and capable and that he wants to use those skills to make you happy (42:05) Mindset shift: I trust he is going to figure this out (if my masculine energy can do it, he is more than capable of it too).

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores for healthy, thriving polarized relationships.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

• Empowered Men want to win. They are wired to compete and he wants to win with you (i.e. making you smile= green flag to healthy men) Focal Point: be honest about what makes you happy (not to get something from him).
• When he makes you happy, it feels vulnerable to let him see it, and yet this is how healthy men know to move toward you. Focal point: get clear (within yourself) about what you need to feel your happiest. Tune into what have/are doing when you feel happy. Start to share that with your partner so they can support you get more of it.
• Set people around you up to win by clearly asking what you want. Reveal your heart. This helps people feel at ease around you because they aren’t using their energy to guess what you want. The joy of giving a gift is how the other person receives it. Focal Point: It’s an ongoing conversation (with yourself) to clarify for people around you what makes you happy. Learn how to soften into believing that (empowered) people want you to be happy (and contribute to it).
• Let go of the outcome. Focal Point: When you start practicing feeling happy more often, sharing about it becomes it’s own source of happiness so it is easier to let the chips fall where they may.
• We are most attracted to people we feel good about ourselves being around. Letting men see how happy you are (innately and as a result of their actions) around them, is what makes them feel charged up by you and want to keep investing time to be with you. Focal Point: Practice dropping your guard when you feel happy and notice how the situation plays out differently.

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The intention of this show is to bring together men and women in harmony and honor each other's masculine and feminine energetic cores for those who desire a polarized relationship.

In this episode of For the Love of Men we discuss:

• Communication creates the structure for the Feminine to feel safe to surrender (and play!). Action Item: Take the lead and let us know the game plan
• Planning ahead of time allows a woman to transition from her Masculine energy (work mode) into her Feminine energy (the most refreshing version of her) and create the most polarity. Action Item: Give her the opportunity to relax into her femininity when you give her a few days heads up (extra points if you let her know at the end of the date)
• Take the lead- you are the structure of the partnership. When you focus on moving the relationship forward, it provides the next step for us to follow. Action Item: Provide the next step. Clarity= ease.
• Hold space for her feelings. Women express in feelings, when she's sharing feelings it is because she trusts you and is hoping to "connect" with you. Action Item: The way to help her is to ask her what she needs/"feels". Doing this gifts her the space to experience being seen and safe (this is an attractive building experience for her)
• Be present. The feminine feels safe when she is receiving all of your attention (often quality> quantity) Action Item: Study her with curiosity and ask questions (it doesn't feel invasive when it's done with curiosity). Bonus points- reflect on how you experience her.

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If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your partner's emotions or caught yourself thinking, "Why is she telling me this?," you’re not alone. And you’re not doing it wrong.

In this episode, we explore what’s really happening when the feminine shows up with big emotion. It might look like chaos or intensity on the outside, but underneath, there’s often something deeper that isn’t being met. And it’s not always hers alone.

We talk about:

• - Why her emotion might feel bigger than what you know how to hold- What that intensity could be pointing to

• - How to stay grounded without shutting her down

• - Why trying to fix it often misses the point

• - What comes up in you when it all feels like too much

This isn’t about tolerating everything. It’s about understanding what her emotion is communicating and how to stay connected without losing yourself.

If you've ever felt stuck between pulling away or pushing through, this one’s for you.

We’re glad you're here.

When she says she wants to feel seen, she’s not asking to be admired or fixed. She’s asking to feel understood. 

In this episode, we’re unpacking what that actually looks like in practice. Because when a woman feels seen, she softens. She opens. She starts bringing more of herself into the relationship. And when she doesn’t, you’ll often feel her pull away, shut down, or reach for connection in ways that don’t quite land.

If you’ve been craving more ease, more spark, more closeness with her in your life… this is where it starts.

We talk about:

- Why “not feeling seen” makes women pull away, shut down, or perform

- The kind of presence that helps her feel safe, playful, and open

- What you’re probably already noticing — but not saying out loud

- How to create the kind of feedback loop that brings out her best

- And our honest question: is roasting how men feel seen? (We’re truly curious.)

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When a woman allows herself to be vulnerable with a man who responds with safety and acceptance, it creates a new energetic blueprint in her nervous system of what a healthy connection feels like. In this episode, we break down the top fears women carry into a first date, show you how to reclaim your body’s wisdom, and give men simple, real-world moves to create genuine safety and openness.

We talk about how:

- Bracing for disappointment creates a contracted energy where women constantly look for signs he'll let them down

- This defensive posture prevents women from seeing good men clearly and blocks the natural flow of feminine energy

- Fear of abandonment causes women to hold back vulnerable parts of themselves, paradoxically guaranteeing the rejection they fear

- The fear of objectification makes women feel dehumanized

- Both men and women need to heal their perceptions of the collective masculine/feminine

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Have you ever walked into a date date already braced for rejection or with that sinking feeling of "What if she thinks I’m not enough?". In this episode, we we flip the script on what men are bracing for in dating—and why it matters for both sides. 

Prepare to Walk Away Knowing:- Why "I don’t want to waste my time" backfires (and how to reframe dating as skill-building, not a job interview)

- The exact energetic shift that makes her lean in (hint: It’s not "try harder")

- How to spot the difference between healthy feminine feedback vs. wounded emasculation 

- Why "not enough" is a symptom, and not the truth (and how to flip it into your superpower)

- Bri’s boundary script for avoiding the "meal ticket" trap without sounding jaded

Resources:

#104 Who Should Pay for Dates?: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hkrJcoQykGFWAaMdsIELK?si=S37nVLDxQaOe4btwSCM6AA

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Why do men and women keep missing each other in relationships — even when we want the same thing?

We’re having the exact same conversations, but in two different camps. He thinks she’s the problem. She thinks he’s not doing the work. But what if both sides are just wounded… and craving connection?

In this episode, we finally bring those conversations together. It’s raw, honest, and probably going to shift how you see dating, love, and emotional intimacy — on both sides.

What We Talk About:- The emotional labor burnout women are experiencing

- How men feel overlooked, judged, or unseen despite good intentions

- The “blame game” and how it keeps intimacy at a distance

- Why women must unpack their perception of masculinity

- The risk both sides feel in showing vulnerability

- Approachability, rejection, and emotional safety

- The filters of wounding and how they distort perception

- The feminine’s role in emotional openness and the masculine’s role in groundedness

-  What both sides truly want — and how to bridge the gap

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If you’ve ever said, “I just get along better with guys,” this one’s for you.

In this episode, we’re unpacking the sister wound. That deep, often unspoken discomfort some women feel when it comes to female friendships. This wound often shows up as subtle competition, betrayal, comparison, or that feeling of walking on eggshells with other women, and we’re unpacking all of it! 

This one’s mainly for the girls, but if you're a guy tuning in, don’t skip it. You'll get a deeper understanding of how women experience connection, why some pull away from closeness, and how that shows up in relationships. We’ll be diving into the brother wound next, so this lays the foundation perfectly.

In a nutshell, we talk about:

Why some female friendships feel unsafe and how to change that

How “I just get along better with men” is often a defense mechanism

What to do when a friend copies you but never gives credit

The hidden cost of being the “cool girl” in male spaces

What healthy, nourishing female friendships actually look like

How your relationship with women reflects your relationship with your own feminine energyWhy healing the sister wound helps you become emotionally available in love

Episode Mentioned: #5 Understanding Wounded Feminine Energy VS Healthy Feminine Energy

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For most men, this stuff isn’t obvious. And we get it; you are not a mind reader. When she says something random like “Kiwis are on sale,” you’re not thinking, “Ah yes, a hidden test of my emotional availability.” You’re thinking, “…Cool? Do we need kiwis?” 

And paying for dates? Yeah, you’ve probably heard a million opinions: “It’s 2024, who cares?” or “Real men always pay.” But here’s the truth: It’s not about the money. It’s about what it does for her.

In this episode, we break down:

• What a "bid for connection" really is (hint: her random comments such as “Look at that weird cloud” aren’t small talk)

• How missed bids create distance

• The psychology behind why covering the date (especially early on) changes how she sees you.

Women notice everything. The way you handle these moments decides whether she sees you as just another date or someone worth investing in.

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In this episode, we explore the difference between isolation disguised as boundaries and true pro-social behavior that leads to meaningful connection. We unpack the pendulum swing many of us experience: from codependence and enmeshment, to hyper-independence, to finally finding healthy interdependence. 

We unpack the pendulum swing many of us experience, from codependence and enmeshment, to hyper-independence, to finally finding healthy interdependence.

What you will hear:- The difference between boundaries that protect growth and those that isolate

- How to stay in connection while staying true to yourself

- Why all relationships include inconvenience and why that isn’t a problem

- What it means to be a “safe” person in relationships and community

- 10+ qualities of safe, emotionally mature people (and how to cultivate them)

- The role of emotional labor in how we communicate and connect

- Why intimacy and feedback go hand in hand

- How to ask for what you want instead of waiting to be mind-read

- The art of assuming positive intent without self-abandoning

- The link between safety, play, vulnerability, and deeper connection

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Every woman’s love language is not having to ask at all—especially if she’s the kind who’s used to doing everything herself. You know her: the high-achiever, the over-giver, the woman who’d rather silently carry the weight than “burden” someone with her needs. But this isn’t about mind-reading—it’s about attunement. If you’ve ever wanted to make her feel truly seen and safe—without her spelling it out—tune in and learn how to turn “I’ve got you” into a feeling, not just words.

We talk about:

- Why “not having to ask” brings out her feminine energy

- How single-word texts (yes, especially with periods) can accidentally trigger her nervous system

- Why sensuality (not just sexuality) is the secret sauce to deepening polarity

(P.S. If you’ve ever sent a text that just said “K.” and wondered why things got icy… yeah, we’re covering that too.)

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Split or take turns paying? Who should pay on a date? Guys, do you ever feel like a walking ATM? Ladies, do ever wonder if saying “yes” to dinner comes with strings attached? Spoiler alert: It’s not about the money—it’s about the connection. In this episode, we talk about the emotional and energetic layers behind who pays for dates—and why it mattersmore than you think.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

- Why men sometimes feel used when paying for dates.

- How women experience pressure and safety concerns ondates.

- Why paying for dates is about creating a feltexperience, not the money.

- How small, thoughtful gestures can mean more thanexpensive dinners.

- The real safety risks women face and how men can createtrust.

- How to move beyond fear and scarcity in dating.

- Why generosity and authenticity are key to deeperconnections.

- Practical tips for leading with confidence and care ondates.

Link to Episode Mentioned:

#102 Entitled Feminine Woman vs Empowered Feminine Woman: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3a3afHBoK1uoxSz0IkQ2lq?si=CAlhoi7CSLmehL7_ufxH8Q

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1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

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This series has been blowing up on our show—and for a good reason! In this episode, we spill the tea on what women secretly wish men knew, so you can build stronger connections and earn those bonus points effortlessly.

We talk about:

- The unspoken rules of decorative pillows (and towels) and what they say about your respect for her space.

- What your Instagram posts and profile really tell her (hint: it’s more than you think).

- Why simply being in the same space isn’t enough - women crave true connection, and we tell you how to establish that.

- Why she speaks up (“nags”) - and how to turn those moments into opportunities for deeper connection.

- Small, actionable ways to show her you get her - without overthinking it.

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney?Connect with Bri on Instagram: @buildingbricoachingConnect with Courtney on Instagram: @courtney_schandFollow the show on Instagram: @thefortheloveofmenpodcastCheck out our website: ⁠www.fortheloveofmenpodcast.com⁠

Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

#FeminineEnergyAwakening #EmpoweredFeminine #WoundedMasculineHealing #RelationshipPolarity #HealthyLoveDynamics #DatingWithFeminineEnergy #FemininePowerUnleashed #MasculineAndFeminineBalance #HealingRelationshipPatterns #ConsciousDatingTips 

The entitled feminine woman often shows up in her wounded masculine energy, and she may not know it. In this episode, we’re breaking down the subtle yet powerful difference between empowered and entitled feminine energy. We want you to know how you can step into your true feminine power without falling into entitlement. We’re speaking to women who are looking to embody their radiant essence, but men are welcome to stay so they can better understand how to show up for the feminine in their lives.

We talk about:

- Empowered vs. Entitled Feminine Energy

- Recognizing Wounded Masculine Traits

- Our Personal Experiences with Entitled Feminine Energy

- How Entitlement Pushes Away Healthy Masculine Men

- The Role of Receptivity in Feminine Energy

- Shifting from Entitlement to Empowerment

- Real-Life Example: The Popsicle Story

- Healing the Relationship with the Masculine

- Why Entitlement Stems from Unmet Needs

Episode Mentioned: What Wounded Masculine Energy Looks/Feels Like in Relationship: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6YudtFpUNbIAzBLtRXFAqv?si=5tWWP2b6TW6HHBAcBd3T6w

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney?

Connect with Bri on Instagram: @buildingbricoaching

Connect with Courtney on Instagram: @courtney_schand

Follow the show on Instagram: @thefortheloveofmenpodcast

Check out our website: www.fortheloveofmenpodcast.com

🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

#FeminineEnergyAwakening #EmpoweredFeminine #WoundedMasculineHealing #RelationshipPolarity #HealthyLoveDynamics #DatingWithFeminineEnergy #FemininePowerUnleashed #MasculineAndFeminineBalance #HealingRelationshipPatterns #ConsciousDatingTips 

In today’s episode, we're diving deep into the nuances of masculine energy - healthy, wounded, and everything in between.

Masculine Energy is getting a lot of press right now and, before anyone goes lumping "all men" into any camp, we want to give you examples of healthy (empowered) and toxic (wounded) and how we discern the two so you can spot them easily and engage accordingly.

This is a refresh of our most popular episode and we're excited to bring more examples and context to the conversation around Masculine Energy.

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney? Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Our beloved monthly content is transitioning to our Instagram! 📲 Connect with us at www.instagram.com/@Thefortheloveofmenpodcast for exclusive insights and transformative conversations! 🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/767199b5-47dd-4b08-a405-2854480607a6 2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/344d8ff0-6c7f-4d83-909c-b1da3e4d2a1b 3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/764d6284-6af5-456e-928f-14554f56c17f

#ForTheLoveOfMenPodcast #Masculineenergy #toxicmasculine #healthymasculine #emotionalintelligence #relationshipgoals

We’re celebrating and grateful for 100 episodes with you all! Thank you for being on this journey with us!

In this episode, we're bringing you BTS of the show- the lessons we've learned, (quirky) things about us that keep our show down-to-earth and playful, and what we see in the near future.

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney? Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Our beloved monthly content is transitioning to our Instagram! 📲 Connect with us at www.instagram.com/@Thefortheloveofmenpodcast for exclusive insights and transformative conversations! 🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

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If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to be in your feminine energy on a date but not knowing how to actually do it, this episode is for you. We’re diving into what it really means to let go of control, trust his masculine energy, and still show up as your most authentic, radiant self. We’ll share tips that feel natural, relatable, and totally doable - because you don’t need to perform or pretend to be anyone other than the amazing woman you already are. This conversation is like a cheat sheet for creating connections, staying grounded, and making dating fun again. Let’s get into it!

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney? Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Our beloved monthly content is transitioning to our Instagram! 📲 Connect with us at www.instagram.com/@Thefortheloveofmenpodcast for exclusive insights and transformative conversations! 🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

#ForTheLoveOfMenPodcast #TransformativeConversations #relationshipgoals

How do you prepare for a date as an empowered feminine woman? In this episode, we dive deep into the art of embodying your feminine energy before, during, and after a date. From healing your relationship with the masculine to creating space in your life for love, we share actionable tips to help you stay grounded, magnetic, and open to meaningful connections. Plus, we tackle the potential trap, the power of vulnerability, and why emotionally intelligent men are redefining modern masculinity. 

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney? Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Our beloved monthly content is transitioning to our Instagram! 📲 Connect with us at www.instagram.com/@Thefortheloveofmenpodcast for exclusive insights and transformative conversations! 🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

#ForTheLoveOfMenPodcast #TransformativeConversations #relationshipgoals

Masculine energy plays a powerful role in nurturing the feminine. In this episode, we explore how your small, intentional actions can help your feminine partner feel cherished, supported, and radiant. From creating emotional safety to understanding the nuances of polarity, we break down the key elements that build healthy, lasting connections.

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney? Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Our beloved monthly content is transitioning to our Instagram! 📲 Connect with us at www.instagram.com/@Thefortheloveofmenpodcast for exclusive insights and transformative conversations! 🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

This week's episode is a follow-up to last week's, where we share tangible ways to create space for her feminine energy to shine - and why these approaches work so effortlessly.

A woman's wants and needs (conscious or not) are as wide and varied as those of the men who try to decipher them. But we all are creatures of our culture. And yes, most of us women have found some common ground on what we fundamentally desire in a male partner. Tune in to this week’s episode where we'll reveal the secrets to unlocking the female heart, mind, and perhaps (gasp!) body?

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney? Visit ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠

Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Our beloved monthly content is transitioning to our Instagram! 📲 Connect with us at www.instagram.com/@Thefortheloveofmenpodcast for exclusive insights and transformative conversations! 🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

#ForTheLoveOfMenPodcast #TransformativeConversations #relationshipgoals

You’ve probably heard the advice: “Set him up to win.” But what happens when that feels a little too close to overfunctioning, or like you’re sliding back into old patterns of caretaking, controlling, or doing too much?

In this episode, we unpack what emotional labor really is, how it gets tangled up with the mental load and relational leadership, and why so many women feel like they’re carrying the entire emotional weight of the relationship while still craving deeper connection. We share what healthy emotional contribution actually looks like, where the line lives between giving and self-abandonment, and how to stay connected to your feminine energy while allowing space for healthy masculine energy to meet you.

We talk about:

- The difference between emotional labor, mental load, and overfunctioning

- How to stop disappearing in the name of “keeping the peace”

- Why healthy men may not be stepping in the way you want them to, and what’s actually going on under the surface

- How your body might still be bracing for disappointment, even when your mind says you’re ready for more

- Why it’s not about leaning back or leaning in, but about holding your seat in the relationship

- How to communicate what you really need without performing, shrinking, or overexplaining

- Why your capacity to receive is just as important as your desire to give

- How good, grounded men are already doing emotional labor, and how to recognize it when you see it

- What it looks like to build a relationship where both people are invested, emotionally available, and respected

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney?

Connect with Bri on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@buildingbricoaching⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Courtney on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@courtney_schand⁠⁠⁠

Follow the show on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@thefortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Check out our website:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fortheloveofmenpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

Looking for deeper support?

Check out our Masterclasses:

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/767199b5-47dd-4b08-a405-2854480607a6

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/344d8ff0-6c7f-4d83-909c-b1da3e4d2a1b

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/764d6284-6af5-456e-928f-14554f56c17f

#feminineenergy #masculineenergy #masculinemen #emotionallabor #healingrelationships #secureattachment #datingintentionally #healthyrelationships #emotionalintimacy #relationshiphealing

A woman's wants and needs (conscious or not) are as wide and varied as those of the men who try to decipher them. But we all are creatures of our culture. And yes, most of us women have found some common ground on what we fundamentally desire in a male partner. Tune in to this week’s episode where we'll reveal the secrets to unlocking the female heart, mind, and perhaps (gasp!) body?

Want to work with Bri and/or Courtney? Visit ⁠https://linktr.ee/fortheloveofmenpodcast⁠

Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Our beloved monthly content is transitioning to our Instagram! 📲 Connect with us at www.instagram.com/@Thefortheloveofmenpodcast for exclusive insights and transformative conversations! 🌿 Looking for deeper support? Discover our empowering Masterclasses to revolutionize your relationships and personal growth! Message us for the link!

1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass!  

2️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner!

3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment!

🌿 Join our community, dive into the conversation, and let’s grow together! Your journey to deeper connection and self-discovery starts here! 🌺

#ForTheLoveOfMenPodcast #TransformativeConversations #relationshipgoals