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Year of the Horse 2026 - Fire Energy is HERE! How Women Over 30 Can Manifest Love, Break Routines & Thrive

Send us a text Welcome to the Year of the Horse 2026 – a powerful, fast-moving, fiery year that brings massive forward momentum, especially for women over 30! 🐎🔥 In this episode of Love and Life Sorted, Dr. Sandy To explains why 2026 is not just another zodiac year — it marks the beginning of Period 9 (2024–2044), the 20-year Feng Shui cycle ruled by Fire energy that strongly favors mature women, emotional intelligence, soft skills, work-life balance, and authentic human connection in an increasingly AI-driven world. If you’ve been feeling stuck in your love life, repeating the same routines, or wondering why things haven’t shifted yet — this episode will show you why 2026 is your year to charge forward and how to practically work with this rare cosmic timing. #YearOfTheHorse #YearOfTheHorse2026 #ChineseZodiac2026 #Period9 #ManifestLove #FindLove #DatingOver30 #WomenOver30 #LoveManifestation #FengShui2026 #21DayFindAPartnerChallenge #FindAPartnerChallenge2026 #BreakYourRoutine #LoveAndLifeSorted #SingleWomen 🔑 Key Topics How the reflective Year of the Snake has prepared us — and why the Year of the Horse is the time to act decisively on love, career and personal goalsWhy women 30+ are astrologically and energetically positioned to thrive in relationships, leadership, and entrepreneurship during Period 9The deep connection between rising AI/automation and the growing value of empathy, emotional depth, and real human presence (skills women naturally excel at)Why small, intentional changes to your daily routine (gym time, class type, lunch-hour activities, meeting new people) are one of the most powerful ways to align with Horse energy and break old love patternsHow to use the fearless, swift, motivational spirit of the Horse + the inspirational fire of Period 9 to manifest a partner and create the balanced, fulfilling life you wantUpdates & mindset tips from the 21-Day Find a Partner Challenge on Love & Life, Sorted Instagram page running right nowListen now, take notes, and start making those small but powerful shifts today! 💬 I’d love to hear: What one routine are you planning to change this week? Drop it in the comments or send me a DM! ✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

29 min

JAN 28

Importance of Star Sign Compatibility in Partner Choice | Find Your Perfect Partner in the Year of the Horse 2026

Send us a text Join Dr. Sandy To on Love and Life Sorted as she dives into the secrets of astrological sign compatibility to help singles find their ideal partner in 2026. With Chinese New Year ushering in the energetic Year of the Horse on February 17, discover why "opposites attract" is a myth and how matching elements (earth, fire, air, water) in astrology can lead to lasting harmony. From sun signs like Virgo and Cancer to deeper insights on moon, Venus, and Mars placements, learn practical tips, real-life examples, and how to use free tools like Astro.com for birth chart analysis. Whether you're a fabulous single seeking a partner or someone who’s curious about your own relationship vibes, this episode empowers you to manifest love with confidence and enhance self-awareness. Don't miss daily affirmations on IG leading up to Lunar New Year! #ZodiacCompatibility #AstrologyLove #YearOfTheHorse #ChineseNewYear2026 #FindYourMatch #RelationshipAdvice #SunSigns #MoonSigns #LoveAndLifeSorted #DatingTips #AstrologyElements #ManifestLove #SingleAndFabulous #BirthChart #SelfAwareness #OppositesAttractMyth #LunarNewYear 🔑Key Topics: Introduction to 2026 and the Year of the Horse: How the Lunar New Year energy motivates finding love.Debunking "Opposites Attract": Why similar astrological elements lead to sustainable relationships.Astrological Elements Explained: Earth (Virgo, Taurus, Capricorn), Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius), Air (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), Water (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces) and their compatibilities.Sun Sign vs. Advanced Astrology: Role of moon signs, Mercury, Venus, and Mars in deeper compatibility.Real-Life Examples: Stories of compatible (e.g., Virgo-Cancer/Pisces-Scorpio) and incompatible (e.g., Capricorn-Aries/Gemini-Scorpio) couples, and how to reconcile differencesTools for Compatibility: Using Astro.com for free birth chart readings and online dating filters.Balancing Relationships: Interplay of personality traits, values and socio-economic factors for long-term success.· IG Affirmations for manifesting love in preparation for Chinese New Year. ✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

30 min

JAN 20

Finding Love After Divorce: Remarriage, Online Dating Success, and Personal Growth

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Love and Life Sorted, host Dr. Sandy To chats with Maria, who shares her uplifting story of finding love again after ending a 23-year marriage. Maria shares her journey of finding love again on Bumble, the importance of self-awareness and low expectations in online dating, and how she reinvented her life with a new career in executive coaching. Discover practical advice on attracting positive relationships, navigating blended families, and embracing new beginnings after divorce. Whether you're healing from a breakup, exploring dating apps or seeking inspiration for love and career changes, this episode offers hope and real-life insights. #LoveAfterDivorce #RemarriageStory #OnlineDatingSuccess #BumbleDating #PersonalGrowthJourney #DivorceRecovery #SecondChanceLove #RelationshipAdvice #ExecutiveCoaching #NewBeginnings #SelfAwareness #PositiveEnergy #BlendedFamilies #LifeAfterDivorce #LoveAndLifeSorted 🔑Key Topics Finding love after divorce and the hope it bringsOnline dating experiences on Bumble, including tips for success without high expectationsPersonal growth: Self-awareness, reflection, and emotional independence post-separationRemarriage journey: From friends to partners, chemistry, and building a strong second marriageCareer transitions: Switching from corporate life to starting an executive coaching businessRelationship advice: Communication, vulnerability, shared values, and attracting positive energyParenting after divorce, blended families and cultural differences in relationshipsLife lessons: Embracing change, lifelong learning, and viewing divorce as a transformative transition (not failure)Inspirational insights from books like "The 100-Year Life" on evolving relationships and careers✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

45 min

JAN 13

Can School Moms Be Friends? Navigating School Drama, Tiger Moms, and Lasting Bonds

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of "Love and Life Sorted," host Dr. Sandy To sits down with fellow mom and high school friend, Julia to dive into the world of making friends as a full-time mom. From the challenges of forming new connections after having a family to the joys and pitfalls of "school mom" friendships, they share real stories and insights on why it's tough to align life stages with old friends and how school becomes the prime spot for new bonds. Julia opens up about her positive experiences with supportive mom groups, while both discuss common dramas like competitive "Tiger Moms," snobbish cliques based on social status, and the introvert-extrovert dynamics in building relationships. They explore whether these friendships last beyond their children’s graduation, the differences between working moms and stay-at-home moms, and even a memorable moms-only trip to Japan that tested Julia’s friendship bonds. Whether you're a new parent struggling to make mom friends or dealing with school politics, this episode offers relatable advice, laughs, and tips on fostering genuine connections. Tune in to learn how fate, shared interests, and a bit of effort can turn school pickups into lifelong friendships. #MomFriends #MakingMomFriends #SchoolMoms #TigerMoms #ParentingDrama #FullTimeMom #MomLife #ParentingTips #SchoolFriendships #MomGroups #WorkingMoms #StayAtHomeMom #ParentingPodcast #LoveAndLifeSorted 🔑Key Topics Challenges of making new friends as a mom after marriage and kidsDifferences in life stages and maintaining old friendshipsPositive and negative experiences with school mom groups, including competition and supportTiger Moms: Pushy parenting, academic rivalries, and sharing resources like tutorsSelective friendships based on social, economic, or educational backgroundsSustainability of mom friendships after kids graduate or switch schoolsWorking moms vs. stay-at-home moms: Time management, scheduling conflicts, and making efforts to connectBuilding trust: From light chit-chat to deeper personal sharing and moms-only vacations✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

33 min

JAN 6

Manifest Your Deepest Desires in 2026: Law of Attraction Secrets from a 10-Year Manifestation Journey

Send us a text Kick off 2026 with powerful manifestation techniques to turn your dreams into reality! In this uplifting episode of Love and Life Sorted, Dr. Sandy To shares her personal story of manifesting love, career success, and more over the past decade, inspired by books like "The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne and "SynchroDestiny" by Deepak Chopra. Reflecting on the 10-year anniversary of her book "China's Leftover Women," Dr. To reveals how she wrote down her top 10 desires in 2015—and watched them come true, from finding her ideal partner to achieving book success. Learn practical tips on using the Law of Attraction, positive vibrations, gratitude, and visualization to attract abundance, love, and fulfillment into your life. Whether you're seeking better relationships, health, or abundance, this episode will inspire you to manifest your dreams. Hit play and start transforming your reality today! #Manifestation #LawOfAttraction #NewYear2026 #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #PositiveThinking #GratitudePractice #DeepakChopra #TheSecret #LoveAndLifeSorted #PodcastMotivation #ManifestYourDreams #AbundanceMindset #SpiritualJourney #WomenEmpowerment 🔑 Key Topics: Manifestation techniques and the Law of Attraction for New Year goalsReflecting on a 10-year manifestation journey: fulfilling top 10 desires over 10 years How to write and visualize your top 10 desires for powerful resultsInsights from "The Secret," "The Magic," and "SynchroDestiny" on the law of attraction and quantum physicsVisualizing desires: Writing them down, feeling them as already achieved, and aligning with the universe The role of positivity, gratitude, and love in attracting abundancePractical exercises: Daily gratitude practices, avoiding negativity, and aligning desires with universal goals✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

40 min

12/31/2025 · BONUS

10th Anniversary of China's Leftover Women book: Launch of Love and Life Sorted Podcast

Send us a text Join Dr. Sandy To, author of the groundbreaking book China's Leftover Women: Late Marriage Among Professional Women and Its Consequences (now celebrating its 10th anniversary), as she launches her exciting new podcast Love and Life Sorted! In this special bonus episode, Dr. To shares her personal journey into podcasting after nearly two decades of research on highly educated, accomplished women facing challenges in finding suitable partners. Discover why more women than ever are enrolling in universities worldwide, leading to a growing number of successful career women struggling with dating, relationships, and modern gender roles. Dr. To introduces her empowering framework of four types of women (Traditionalist, Maximizer, Satisficer, and Innovator) to help you understand your own partner choices and date smarter. This isn't your typical dating tips podcast—it's an accessible, fun cultural and intellectual exchange for single professional women, working mothers, and anyone navigating love, marriage, family, and career balance in today’s world. Whether you're dealing with societal pressure as a "leftover woman" (sheng nu), balancing ambition with companionship, or redefining gender roles, this episode will inspire you to find the partner of your dreams. Subscribe now for real-life insights from a sociologist who's been there—perfect for empowered women ready to sort love and life! Happy New Year—let's make 2026 amazing! #LoveAndLifeSorted #LeftoverWomen #ShengNu #ChinasLeftoverWomen #ProfessionalWomen #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #ModernDating #GenderRoles #CareerWomen #SuccessfulWomen #WomenEmpowerment #MarriageTips #RelationshipGoals #SingleWomen 🔑Key Topics China's Leftover Women (Sheng Nu) phenomenon and societal pressures10th anniversary of the book China's Leftover WomenWhy highly educated and successful women struggle to find partnersFour types of women in partner choices: Traditionalist, Maximizer, Satisficer, InnovatorModern gender roles, dating strategies, and relationship advice for career womenBalancing career, marriage, family, and personal fulfillmentWork-life balance for working mothers and professional womenEmpowering women to date according to their true type✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

12 min

12/23/2025

From Career Woman to Full-Time Mom: How Kitty Quit Her Job After 20 Years to Raise 3 Kids in Australia

Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when a high-powered career woman quits her 20-year job in investment banking to become a full-time mom of three—and relocates to Australia? In this raw and inspiring episode, my high school bestie Kitty shares her drastic life transition: from thriving in auditing and legal/compliance roles with helpers handling everything, to hands-on parenting, learning to cook, and navigating postpartum challenges abroad. We dive deep into mom guilt, missing career fulfillment, the joy of bonding with her youngest child, maintaining self-identity as a stay-at-home mom, and how mindset and gratitude made all the difference. If you're a working mom considering quitting, a full-time parent struggling with identity loss, or relocating with kids—this episode is for you! Discover practical tips on adapting to big changes, asking for help, and finding reward in family life. Hit play and join the conversation—perfect for anyone balancing career, motherhood, and personal growth. #FullTimeMom #StayAtHomeMom #WorkingMom #MomLife #CareerChange #MomGuilt #ParentingJourney #RelocationWithKids #HongKongToAustralia #MotherhoodTransition #SAHM #WomenInFinance #PostpartumJourney #MindsetMatters #Gratitude #FamilyFirst #LoveAndLifeSorted 🔑 Key Topics: Career to full-time mom transitionQuitting job after 20 years in accounting and investment bankingRelocating from Hong Kong to Australia with kidsLife without domestic helpersMom guilt and missing first milestonesBonding with children as a stay-at-home momPostpartum recovery and mental health challengesMaintaining self-identity and confidence as a SAHMImportance of mindset, gratitude, and positivityAsking for help and teamwork in parenting✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

33 min

12/16/2025

Should Women Make the First Move in Dating? Yes AND No

Send us a text In this episode of Love and Life, Sorted, Dr. Sandy To dives deep into one of the most debated dating questions: “Should women make the first move?” Drawing from classic advice in "The Rules" by Ellen Fein and Sherrie Schneider (why letting men pursue women matters) and modern insights from "Date-onomics" and “Make Your Move” by Jon Birger (why empowered women need to be more proactive in today's competitive market), Dr. To shares a balanced "yes AND no" approach. Learn practical tips: Wait for clear signs of interest from him first, then reciprocate enthusiastically to encourage pursuit—without chasing. Discover why high-achieving women intimidate men, how demographics stack the odds, and the power of "opening the door a crack" for real connection. Plus, the ultimate real-life example: How Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce turned a missed bracelet moment into an epic love story by blending traditional pursuit with timely reciprocation. If you're navigating modern dating, wondering why good men aren't approaching, or seeking strategies to find lasting love—this episode is for you. Timeless wisdom meets 2025 reality for better relationships. #ShouldWomenMakeTheFirstMove #DatingAdviceForWomen #ModernDating #TaylorSwiftTravisKelce #TheRulesDating #Dateonomics #WomenInDating #RelationshipAdvice #LoveAndLifeSorted #DatingTips2025 #FindLastingLove #EmpoweredWomenDating #TaylorSwiftKelce #PursuitInDating #DatingStrategy 🔑 Key Topics: Should women make the first moveDating advice for womenThe Rules book vs modern datingDate-onomics and gender ratios in datingWhy men get intimidated by successful womenSigns of genuine male interestHow to reciprocate without chasingTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce relationship storyModern marriage market challengesEncouraging men to pursue you✨Let’s sort life, one chat at a time! Hit the subscribe button 🔔 so you don't miss an episode of Love & Life, Sorted - for your weekly dose of no-BS chats on relationships, family life, self-growth, and modern dating. Follow @drsandyto.podcast on Instagram for more tips and fun stuff! 🤩 New episodes on Tuesdays or Wednesdays! Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandyto.podcast/ Find out your type: https://www.sandyto.com/types-quiz Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drsandyto.podcast?si=zBhv0QwBnOLkJm2l Love the show? Drop a review!

26 min

Love & Life, Sorted

Year of the Horse 2026 - Fire Energy is HERE! How Women Over 30 Can Manifest Love, Break Routines & Thrive

Importance of Star Sign Compatibility in Partner Choice | Find Your Perfect Partner in the Year of the Horse 2026

Finding Love After Divorce: Remarriage, Online Dating Success, and Personal Growth

Can School Moms Be Friends? Navigating School Drama, Tiger Moms, and Lasting Bonds

Manifest Your Deepest Desires in 2026: Law of Attraction Secrets from a 10-Year Manifestation Journey

10th Anniversary of China's Leftover Women book: Launch of Love and Life Sorted Podcast

From Career Woman to Full-Time Mom: How Kitty Quit Her Job After 20 Years to Raise 3 Kids in Australia

Should Women Make the First Move in Dating? Yes AND No

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Year of the Horse 2026 - Fire Energy is HERE! How Women Over 30 Can Manifest Love, Break Routines & Thrive

Importance of Star Sign Compatibility in Partner Choice | Find Your Perfect Partner in the Year of the Horse 2026

Finding Love After Divorce: Remarriage, Online Dating Success, and Personal Growth

Can School Moms Be Friends? Navigating School Drama, Tiger Moms, and Lasting Bonds

Manifest Your Deepest Desires in 2026: Law of Attraction Secrets from a 10-Year Manifestation Journey

10th Anniversary of China's Leftover Women book: Launch of Love and Life Sorted Podcast

From Career Woman to Full-Time Mom: How Kitty Quit Her Job After 20 Years to Raise 3 Kids in Australia

Should Women Make the First Move in Dating? Yes AND No

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