Reinventing the Arena

Everyone’s path to finding love is unique to them, whether that’s online dating, using a matchmaker, or just finding someone with a mutual hobby. But are you following a path that you’ve been told to follow in order to find love? You can take all the notes, follow every person that has found “the person” they’re meant to be with, repeat each and every step they took… and still end up alone.  In to...

How many times have you tried to change your mindset to improve your relationships? Or say affirmation after affirmation in the mirror, thinking this will be the time it solves all your dating problems? There’s a reason why it’s not working. You aren’t embodying the inner work. In today’s episode I have Gina Marie, sought-after success speaker, mentor & host of the Wicked Wealthy Woman podcast...

In today’s episode I’m going to share why dating yourself is important, A challenge to see if you need to date yourself (especially if you’re in denial like I was), and some solo dates ideas. Use SUMMER20 for 20% OFF when booking a 90 minute Strategy Session. Discount available until August 31st. https://reinventingthearena.com/strategy-session   If this show has helped you in some way, big or sma...

Over the past few months, my clients have been telling me their online dating summer experiences. Let’s just say they’re not enjoying them. They inspired me to share 3 ways to upgrade your swipe right so you can upgrade your dating and love life! Use SUMMER20 for 20% OFF when booking a 90 minute Strategy Session. Discount available until August 31st. https://reinventingthearena.com/strategy-sessio...

It’s happened to the best of us… all of us.  Being on the receiving end of a breakup does some damage. And everyone has an answer on how to get over him, how to find a new man, or who to date next. Today I share a gentler way to heal that has helped both my clients and myself move through the heartache of a breakup. Highlights from the episode: Briefly learn about clinical term for your physical p...

Do you constantly feel like you’re waiting for the guy you’re dating to grow up? Are you having to nag him every time you go out so that he behaves or acts his age? Well, lady… it sounds like you have a problem. It sounds like you’re dating a man-child. In today’s episode I get into the signs you’re dating a man-child, where this originates in the first place, AND how marrying a man-child will aff...

Does the thought of meeting up for a first date without alcohol sound crazy? How will you start a conversation, have fun or start flirting with another person without it? If these two questions left you feeling uncomfortable, scared or even intimidated, you're not alone. Drinking has become a right of passage into adulthood and the way we socialize, celebrate, and relax after a long work day....

Dating deal breakers. We all have them. But how do you know if these behaviors are sabotaging your love life? In today’s episode I share 12 dating and relationship situations to show which ones are dating deal breakers or sabotaging behaviors. If you want, you can keep track of what you think is a deal breaker or a sabotaging behavior to see how well you’re doing at spotting them! Don’t know what...

Today I'm sharing a personal story, one I've only shared with close friends. At the time I never would've thought this moment in my life would have been the tipping point not only in my love life, but my career as well. I hope my story encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and choose yourself. It will open up so many possibilities, transformations and results in your love lif...

We are half-way through the year and you know what that means as an ambitious woman! It's time to see how you're tracking on your goals for the year. One of them just might be your love life if you're listening to this podcast. But what type of support do you need to help you reach your goals in your love life? In this episode I share the differences between matchmaking, therapy and co...

Do people come to you for help - for everything? Do you constantly put others' needs, wants and desires before your own? Well, then you might be a people pleaser. In today's episode I discuss one of the three most common self sabotaging behaviors I see with my ambitious successful women clients. Since I have some men who listen to the podcast I’m also including ways I’ve seen people pleasi...

What do you get when you’re an ambitious successful woman that has a few sabotaging behaviors showing up in your dating life? In today’s episode you’ll hear how perfectionism and people pleasing mixed with the ambitious successful achiever can make you a… fixer. AND how that can impact the standards you have for a man and in your relationship. I also share 3 steps to take if you find yourself in t...

Today I’m sharing the second sabotaging behavior I see the most with my ambitious, successful clients. You’ll hear different examples of how this behavior shows up and how it affects your relationships. When you’re done listening to the episode, take these next steps: If this show has helped you in some way, big or small, please let me know by leaving a rating or review wherever you listen to podc...

In today’s episode I cover three ways ambitious successful women struggle to find love. Plus, three actionable steps you can take right after! I hope you enjoy this episode! You can find me on Instagram to DM me what step you’re going to take and what has worked for you. When you’re done listening to the episode, take these next steps:  Are you fed up with where you are right now? Do you want to g...

Bonus episode from today's Instagram Live where I shared what's supporting me through my recent breast cancer diagnosis. HIGHLIGHTS: Connecting the dots from past experiences to making new choices. How a past experience prepared me for my cancer diagnosis. What are Energy Levels and the thoughts, feelings and actions associated with them. How I've moved from one mindset to the next in the Energy L...

Has anyone told you that you have too high of standards? Maybe you feel like no one is taking you seriously? Or you can’t seem to find the perfect guy for you? Then today’s episode is for you! I’ve been diving deep into dating patterns and those sabotaging behaviors lately, but now I’m spotlighting perfectionism. In the episode you’ll learn where perfectionism comes from and how it impacts your li...

How many times  have you found yourself laying on your couch scrolling through Netflix trying to find something new to watch on a Friday night... Either because  you haven't found anyone suitable to date  (let alone ask you) or because  all your married friends (with or without kids) had other plans?  I can't even count   how many times this happened to me  from my late 20's to just be...

As an ambitious high achieving woman, you know having support is critical to your success. In the past you might have found support with your family and friends or maybe your coworkers or boss, but what about your romantic relationships? Today Brad and I talk about our experiences supporting each other to help reach our goals. Brad shares his path of becoming a triathlete when we moved to St. Loui...

Today's episode might sound counterintuitive, but this is a real thing I have experienced and I know I’ve heard from a few of you that have danced around the topic: Are you afraid of the relationship you want? I share three relatable examples to highlight ways fear shows up for you. Plus, I let you know about the most common self sabotaging behavior I've seen with my clients and saw in my past sel...

Curious how to make a shift in your love life? I got you! In today's episode I tell you about a client of mine and explain not only her dating patterns, but the behaviors that kept her stuck in these patterns. I follow up with four shifts we discussed, challenged and applied in order for her to start laying the foundation so she could have the relationship she was craving. If you try one of th...

Welcome back to Part 2 of "What are Your Dating Patterns?" If you haven’t already, listen to part 1 which is episode 28. In today’s episode I’m sharing: Four dating patterns I see with my clients Seven self sabotaging behaviors associated with these dating patterns Examples of how these show up in your relationships and life What’s sabotaging your dating life? Quiz If you feel called to work close...

A short bonus episode for you! Last week I traveled back to Omaha and when I was there a woman asked me a great question, "What does 'Reinventing the Arena' even mean?" Honestly, I thought I answered this question long ago, but I realized I never mentioned it on the podcast and a haven't shared it on Instagram. Highlights include: My transition coaching former athletes around...

Have marriage on your mind? Whether you feel as if you’re behind everyone else and you’re rushing to find a man so you can settle down or you’ve felt the pressure from others around you to get a ring on that finger, this episode might be for you. Brad and I share not only our experiences, but our opinions about getting married right out of college, which I find happens more in the Midwest and sout...

Do your friends say that you have a “type”? Or maybe you’re running into the same problem in your current relationship as you had in the past? Sounds like you’re stuck in a dating pattern! In today’s episode I cover  What dating patterns are What’s keeping you stuck in your dating pattern Different dating patterns you may have  Make sure to listen to hear how you can discover your dating patterns....

What is your relationship with money? How do you discuss finances, saving and even investing with your partner? If those questions made you cringe, this episode is a must listen! Dr. Anna Emily shares her story from living on her doctorate stipend to making 12x that amount in 18 months. Years later she realized she no longer loved her job and needed to break free of the rich illusion, which led he...