Date Better Yolanda Russell

Hey, Bestie! Today, I want to discuss the ONE thing that can be determinantal in dating (or relationships)...comparison.

In this episode, I'll share a dirty little phrase that is a MAJOR turn -off and could be a block or even ending of a potential or current relationship.
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Hey, bestie! I'm back - this episode is a bit of a life update about my recent miscarriage.

Today, I'll share a bit about unintentionally getting pregnant, my chemical pregnancy, whether or not I'm still childfree, and what I'm learning as a woman. ILYSM.

Here are the links to the story on IG:

Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
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Hey, Bestie! We are back with another epic guest interview! Today, I sit down with Tricia Wise, who you may know as Safe Slut on social media.
Tricia is a NYC-based writer, Reiki Master, Herbalist, Esthetician, content creator, sex positivity goddess, witch, and queen of the best memes.
In this episode, 5 years post-diagnosis, Tricia shares why she created Safe Slut and all things Herpes, STIs, and being sexually liberated.
We dive deep into destigmatizing Herpes and just how common Herpes is.
Grab your AirPods and listen to this on your next commute or while you're on your hot girl walk.
Don't forget to give Tricia a follow (on IG) and share this episode with your besties! This link will take you to all things Safe Slut!
Time Stamps:
1:00: Introduction

2:21: Where to find Tricia

2:56: The birth and mission of Safe Slut

5:08: How Tricia contracted Herpes - this story is juicy AF

7:18: Getting tested post exposure

8:00: Getting diagnosed with Herpes

8:34: The difference in transmission between HSV1 and HSV2

9:50: The low down on cold sores

11:06: Confronting the person that transmitted Herpes

11:16: Using the right language to share and disclose STI results

11:46: Tricia's outbreaks and evolution with time

12:20: Tricia's symptoms during her first outbreak

12:50: Medical management of Herpes

14:06: The emotional toll of Tricia's diagnosis and finding empowerment

15:00: Disclosing and communicating Herpes status for the first time (and now 5 years later)

17:51: Why knowing and disclosing your status is sexy AF

19:55: Why you have to ask for a Herpes test

21:48: Managing and recognizing Herpes triggers

22:29: Tricia's homemade tinctures and potions for Herpes

23:13: How Herpes 'moves around' in your nerves

24:00: What sex is safer with Herpes? Anal, oral, or vaginal sex?

24:55: How to have sex with an outbreak

25:55: Tricia's parents and her social media and OF

26:57: The 'STI' kink and monetizing Herpes

28:09: Can you get Herpes from drinking after people?

29:40: The stigma and understanding what Herpes really is

30:04: Why doctors don't automatically test for Herpes

31:23: Affording Herpes medications

32:05: The importance of being tested regularly and communication when having casual sex

34:25: Getting rejected because of Herpes

35:12: The most common type of HSV and oral sex

37:58: Herpes vaccine

38:37: How Herpes can lead to sex positivity

39:16: Tips to help you feel confident in your Herpes diagnosis

40:15: Tricia's Herpes offerings and resources

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Hey Bestie, you are in for a treat! The first man to grace the Date Better Podcast, my great friend and twin, James Manley.
James is one of my favorite humans and I've personally watched his evolution into a more conscious, and healthy masculine every day.
In this episode, we dive into all things dating, sex, and relationships from a man's perspective.
Nothing was off limits, so grab your AirPods and come hang with James and me today.

Time Stamps:
1:15: Introducing James
1:49: Why I asked James to come on the podcast
2:15: Where to find James online
3:00: What led James on a personal development journey
4:46: James' professional, entrepreneurial, personal, and fitness background
6:58: Breaking down men being 'busy' and finding time to date
11:00: Why men ghost
16:35: Texting in relationships
20:11: How men show their interest in women
22:09: Sliding in DMs
24:04: Who asks who out on a first date
24:45: Who pays on the first date
27:32: Coffee dates
30:07: The worst first date
30:23: Red flags you look for in women
32:22: Green flags you look for in women
35:02: PDA
36:30: Thoughts on one night stands
38:23: Openly asking for sexual consent and elevating intimacy
42:10: The power of platonic friends of the opposite sex
49:14: Dating and attraction outside of your race
55:22: Being fetishized/objectified for your race
56:14: Dating with children/having children young
1:03:14: What inspires you to be a better man
1:07:10: Accepting your partner for where they are
1:08:00: Should you give up on the idea of finding a man if they're 40 and never married
1:10:20: How to break up with a long-term boyfriend
1:11:32: Breaking things off with your situationship
1:13:50: Partners being mirrors

About James: 
James Manley is a Men’s Lifestyle/Fitness Coach who helps guide men through their evolution of improving their quality of life through the lens of the “healthy masculine”.
When James isn’t coaching you can find him spending quality time with his twin teenage boys, jumping out of planes, DJ’n his favorite genre of house music, or listening to an insightful podcast.
He’s also a former collegiate D1 athlete which he credits to helping shape his leadership style.

Connect with James here!
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Hey, Bestie! This is a special episode on a topic about something that I have been so passionate about, being a childfree woman.
In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Vasvi Kumar, Mindset Coach, Licensed Therapist, Podcaster, and Author of  SAY IT OUT LOUD.
Vasavi's book is the book of the month that we'll be reading together inside of Date Better Book Club.
Grab your AirPods as Vasavi openly shares her decision to be childfree, overcoming addiction, and the struggles of being an Indian woman choosing a different path.
Vasvai also shares being divorced and single as a woman in her 40's.
More from Vasavi:
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Download Vasavi's FREE Confidence Building Guide
 
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New for 2024: The Date Better Book Club. This is a 3-month book club to help you tap into your feminine energy and help you manifest the love and life you crave.
This isn't your Mom's book club - we will be building a community, sharing experiences, and growing together.

LEARN MORE & JOIN HERE
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Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love, Download The Dating Playbook now!
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https://www.theyolandarussell.com
 
 

Hey, bestie! I recently shared some of the best dating advice I got after my long-term relationship ended. There were questions on Facebook, so I've got answers.
Join me in this live recording as I answer these two questions:
Question 1: How do I date after divorce in my 40's after a 21 year marriage?
Question 2: How do I keep my heart open after being cheated on in my situationship? You know I have A LOT to say about this one. HAHA.

Anyway, go put your AiPords
Don't forget, Date Better Book Club starts Feb. 14th, I'd love to have you!
This is a 3-month book club to help you tap into your feminine energy and help you manifest the love and life you crave.
This isn't your Mom's book club - we will be building a community, sharing experiences, and growing together.

LEARN MORE & JOIN HERE
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Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love, Download The Dating Playbook now!
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Hang with me on Instagram!
https://www.theyolandarussell.com