The Self-Confidence Project

A relationship doesn’t exist without boundaries. If you do not communicate what you like, and what you don’t like with your partner, you run the risk of being misunderstood, isolated or even used. Before you jump headfirst into a relationship, consider some of the things you’re wanting, and some of the things you’re not. In this podcast, Kimberly dives into what boundaries are, she gives you diffe...

Is what you're expecting from your life and relationships actually matching your reality? For many of us, it's far from it. Today, Bruno and I chat candidly about the difference between our expectations and what many of us are actually experiencing. Do you feel lifeless, passionless, or stuck in a boring relationship? Do you feel your power has been stripped away from you? Do you actually want to...

If you're dating, you might want to get familiar with some of the issues that are challenging daters in 2022. Which might you be guilty of believing or doing? Today I share six issues that all daters are dealing with. How will you work through these challenges so you can find the person that's right for you? If you're interested in learning more about Kimberly and working with her, please head ove...

After a two-year pandemic, many of us have forgotten how to get out into the community and make new connections. We've become comfortable inside our homes and maybe we've even lost some social skills. We work from home, we order our groceries and we get what we need to be delivered through Amazon. Our friends exist on Instagram and Tik Tok. But that's not enough, and if you want to live a long and...

If you're single, there is a good chance you're dating online. And if you are, you're probably feeling frustrated, annoyed or maybe even cynical about the whole process. Chances are you could be burnt out. That's why in today's episode, I want to share with you a few ways you can overcome this burnout, get back on track and start dating with more enjoyment.  If you're interested in learning m...

Many of us have experienced relationships of abuse. But when we start dating someone, we don't usually know whether that relationship will end up becoming abusive or not. So what is abuse? And what are some signs to look out for as you get to know someone new? Shawn has worked in the field of domestic and sexual violence prevention for over 5 years. He has presented on topics ranging from consent,...

Men, do you suffer from Erectile Dysfunction? Ladies, from painful sex? Maybe you have a low libido? How does one date when they knowingly have a sexual limitation? Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with Anna Leonarda to share her story of surviving cancer and dating with sexual limitations. She has also developed a new dating app (based in the USA called Entwine Dating) to help those overcom...

Want to know how to assess the health of your relationship? Join Sammi and me talk about 8 categories to assess when it comes to your relationships. Making sure these areas are balanced will help you to form healthy, stable relationships. You might be surprised what the categories are! Sammi Jaeger is the Founder of Fuel Collective and Co-Host of The Date Forever Podcast. She is obsessed with the...

Should you give your partner an ultimatum? I have a guilty pleasure of watching dating and relationship shows on Netflix. It's an occupational hazard. And there is a new show on Netflix called The Ultimatum - Marry or Move On . It's designed to "help" couples determine whether they want to marry their partners or move on by making them date someone else for 3 weeks. Wait, what!? Yeah.  H...

Many of us are experiencing more stress, overwhelm and anxiety. Whether this has been brought on by the pandemic, a tragedy or something else, we are seeing staggering rates of depression in individuals. It's not unlikely you or your partner has dealt with it at some point. So how do you manage a relationship if your partner is depressed? In today's solo episode, I wanted to share some suggestions...

Not every man is made up of 3% body fat, and trust me, not everyone wants to date someone like this. With over 42% of Americans being obese, you're not alone when it comes to dating with some extra weight on you. So what gives if you're an overweight man and you're dating? Today I want to share 5 tips about dating if you carry extra pounds and help you bust through some self-limited beliefs that c...

Why are men attracted to younger women? It's no surprise this happens when we have plenty of role models for it. Leonardo DiCaprio, Sylvester Stallone, Alec Baldwin, Larry King, among others. All dating younger women. But why is this? What are your motivations for wanting a younger woman by your side? In today's solo episode, I share a few theories about why men are attracted to younger women and...

What do men need to know about becoming fathers? How does this impact their identity, balance and purpose in life? What are the moments that a child will remember sharing with their parent? For me, it was throwing a softball around with my Dad and joking around with my sister. It was the little moments of mindfulness where my father was present with my sister and me. What will it be for you and yo...

We all have parts of ourselves, personalities and behaviour that we hide from the world. Especially "nice men." We can work hard to suppress these sides, often ignoring the negative impact of doing so. It's important to face our shadow self and own all of our being in order to be truly seen. If you want to succeed in your relationships, you have to open up and connect with who you really are. Join...

Join Ben and me talk about dealing with an ADHD diagnosis, life after divorce and why we behave the way we do. Ben Redmond is a coach, therapist, and men's work leader who used to be a public school teacher. While his coaching practice focuses on guiding parents of children with difficult behaviours, much of his experience is working with kids and adults diagnosed with ADHD, ODD, born polydrug add...

Wondering about exploring your sexuality? Curious about how to introduce sex toys into your relationship? Join Dr. Christopher Ryan and I talk about masturbation, sex toys, fantasy and pleasure. Dr. Christopher Ryan Jones is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist and sex therapist. With a doctorate in clinical psychology, his clinical focus has been in the areas of sex and relationshi...

How you can incorporate mindfulness into your everyday life? If you're the type of individual who feels stressed out, or perhaps you want to find a way to lessen your anxieties while dating, then learn from Dr. William Jackson and me as we talk about mindfulness. Dr. William Jackson has spent 20 years teaching mindfulness-based meditation. He incorporates core methods from Vietnamese Zen, Burmese...

When you wake up in the morning, what do you put on? Do you slip into something comfortable that allows you to hide from the world and blend in, or do you dress in a way that represents who you are? Tanner and I talk about the misconception men have about dressing well and why it's important to take pride in your style and appearance. Dressing well doesn't mean loud colours along with an ostentati...

How are you guided in life? What allows you to make the decisions that are right for you? When you are struggling in dating, relationships or with your emotions, what tools do you have to help you through? Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Joe Martin where he shared with me how he talks to God and how it guides him to make the right decisions.  Dr. Joe Martin is an award-winning i...

How do you attract the right kind of person to you? How do you date successfully? It sometimes feels difficult to understand where to go and how to meet people, especially if you're not loving the online game! So have a listen as Shane and I talk about a fantastic piece of advice on how to meet the right people for you and have fun at the same time. Shane Kohler has worked in personal development...

Join Kevin and I talk about arrogance versus confidence, redefining the term Alpha male and chatting candidly about purpose and cognitive mastery development. Kevin Matthew Aillaud spent over a decade in the fitness industry, training individuals on how to achieve peak physical fitness. Recognizing a gap between the mindset and capability of athletes, he turned to neuroscience, psychology, ph...

Have you ever tried Tarot? I have to admit I've always been skeptical of Tarot readings until I met Tiffany. I then understood this is a tool we can use to foster creativity and meaning in our lives, just as one might do with creative journaling or visualization. Tarot cards are not certainties or facts, but rather they spark your imagination to make something meaningful and get you using your int...

What does it mean to be truly sexually satisfied? Do you have a desire discrepancy in your relationship? How can you talk to your children about sex and sexual health in a meaningful way? In reference to sex, do you like having the same meal three times a week, or do you want to dine at the all you can eat buffet? These are all questions Jennifer and I talk about in today's episode, where we start...

How do you take care of yourself and all your parts? We don't just navigate this world with one personality, but multiple personalities that appear in different situations. Take your relationships for example. Have you ever seen a nasty side of you come out during conflict? One that you don't even recognize?  Today I speak with a friend and coach, Chris Wilson about crafting conscious relatio...

We've only started to scratch the surface of understanding how trauma impacts our bodies and our intimate relationships. From small to large traumas they shape who we are and how we interact with the world. So today, I had the immense pleasure of chatting with a friend and trauma-informed coach about her story, emotional trauma, the fight-flight-fawn-freeze responses and how it shows up in our rel...