103 episodes

Reinventing the Arena podcast is for women who want to reinvent their love lives whether that’s after divorce, dating on and off the apps, or in their committed relationship.

As a dating and relationship coach, I'm devoted to helping women build a foundation filled with clarity, connection, and confidence knowing Mr. Right is worth waiting for.

Each Tuesday you'll hear love life insights, savvy guests or my husband, Brad, for a Couch Conversation with a man's perspective and experience.

Reinventing the Arena Molly Connolly

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Reinventing the Arena podcast is for women who want to reinvent their love lives whether that’s after divorce, dating on and off the apps, or in their committed relationship.

As a dating and relationship coach, I'm devoted to helping women build a foundation filled with clarity, connection, and confidence knowing Mr. Right is worth waiting for.

Each Tuesday you'll hear love life insights, savvy guests or my husband, Brad, for a Couch Conversation with a man's perspective and experience.

    104. Going With The Flow is Sabotaging Your Love Life

    104. Going With The Flow is Sabotaging Your Love Life

    Don't you love it when you hear a man say, "Let's just see where this goes?" 

    Yeah,... me neither!

    In this episode, I discuss the importance of not downplaying what you want in a relationship and yourself.

    Plus, I provide a step-by-step method for addressing the lack of commitment and self reflection questions to tackle the self sabotaging behavior of going with the flow when all you really want is a committed relationship.

    Do you enjoy the podcast? Leave me a review on Apple Podcasts! Later this summer I will start drawing podcast reviews to share on an episode. If I share yours you will win something I have not announced yet!

    • 18 min
    103: Couch Conversations: Brad’s Take on My Spreadsheet

    103: Couch Conversations: Brad’s Take on My Spreadsheet

    Get ready for another couch conversation where Brad joins me not only to talk about my Spreadsheet, but he looks at it in depth with me during the show.

    You’ll hear what he thinks about it both when we were first starting to date and even today. 

    We go into specific line items on my Spreadsheet to share how they show up within Brad, our relationship and our love life vision.

    You’ll hear a few tricky conversations come up such as whether or not to have kids, financial situations, and even the topic of politics - because all of it was in my Spreadsheet.

    Plus, Brad shares a few stories about his dating life including one deal breaker with one of those tricky conversations.

    If you’re interested in learning more about the Man of Your Spreadsheet Dreams™ course, review my website here.

    Special pricing and bonuses expire when the clock strikes midnight on Wednesday, May 15th for the ladies on the waitlist! Same goes for the bonuses my email list received. 

    Now, with that said, if you listen to this episode after May 15th and you wish you could have joined the course, reach out to me on Instagram. I’m keeping the doors open until Friday, May 31st only if there are spots available. 

    After that, the doors are closed. I don’t know when I will run the course again this year and at this price point. 

    Highlights:


    Thoroughness and intentionality in the dating process can lead to better compatibility and long-term success.


    Aligning goals and values can contribute to a strong and fulfilling relationship.


    Reflecting on past relationships can provide valuable insights and help gain clarity.


    Using a spreadsheet can be a helpful tool for accountability and intentionality in dating.



    Curious what you can do to reinvent your love life from the inside out? Head over to the website to see what services she has available and events Molly has coming up!

    Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. 

    Follow Molly on Instagram @reinventingthearena and sign up for Lady Love Lessons at the bottom of her homepage: www.reinventingthearena.com 

    • 47 min
    102. A Challenge with Modern Romantic Relationships

    102. A Challenge with Modern Romantic Relationships

    How many times have people asked you “Why are you still single?”

    Or say that you’re being too picky or have too high of standards? 

    Trust me, it’s not you.

    Recently I heard this question asked multiple ways, “Why are romantic relationships so hard?”

    Whether it’s finding a partner or keeping your relationship on solid ground, women are realizing more than ever that these romantic relationships are different.

    Modern romantic relationships aren’t like your parents or even your grandparents relationships, even if they tell you they “should” be.

    Listen to this short episode to hear more and 3 things you need to figure out in order to stop dating aimlessly - as if finding a suitable man for you was just that easy.

    I invite you to join me for the Man of Your Spreadsheet Dreams™ course starting Wednesday, May 15th. The 8 week course comprehensive experience includes Monday through Friday accountability and support, 6 live 60-90 minute lessons, 2 Q&As with coaching, homework and resources to help you do the work on your own time and 3 additional mini trainings available as we end the course together. I have room for 10 women and as of this recording, only 7 seats remain. Visit my website for more and to register.

    Find out what events I have coming up on my website! Join me at The Women’s Collective on Friday, May 31st in Waterloo, IL. Come out for Speed Dating with Smitten Singles at The Golden Hoosier on Tuesday, May 21st at 6pm. 

    Loved the episode? I'd love to know! Send me a message on Instagram or leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! 

    Work with me one-on-one to release the feeling of being behind and embrace being right on time. ⁠Apply for 1:1 coaching.⁠

    Sign up for Lady Love Lessons to join my email list. You’ll receive daily tough love lessons and love life insights as well as be a VIP for special offers. ⁠Click here to join.⁠

    Follow Molly on Instagram: ⁠@reinventingthearena

    • 15 min
    101. Law of Attraction: What to Use Instead for Love

    101. Law of Attraction: What to Use Instead for Love

    Do any of these sound familiar to you?

    To be loved, you must be love.

    Like attracts Like. 

    Positive thoughts bring positive results.

    The law of attraction is one most popular universal law especially when it comes to love and manifestation. But what if I told you that it’s not worth the hype?

    What if I told you that the law of attraction is actually holding you back from the relationship you want?

    In today’s episode I bring up the law of attraction because it’s a pattern I have seen in my clients. They want to attract the man they desire into their life.

    I share definitions of the law of attraction, my beliefs and opinions around it, and scientific research about a different law that will help you shift towards your authentic self in order to attract the man who is right for you.

    The Emotional Vibration Analysis Frequency Chart

    Join the waitlist for the Man of Your Spreadsheet Dreams Course starting on May 15th. 

    Loved the episode? I'd love to know! Send me a message on Instagram or leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! 

    Work with me one-on-one to release the feeling of being behind and embrace being right on time. ⁠Apply for 1:1 coaching.⁠

    Sign up for Lady Love Lessons to join my email list. You’ll receive daily tough love lessons and love life insights as well as be a VIP for special offers. ⁠Click here to join.⁠

    Follow Molly on Instagram: ⁠@reinventingthearena

    • 18 min
    100. Couch Conversations: The Parallels Between Dating & House Hunting

    100. Couch Conversations: The Parallels Between Dating & House Hunting

    In this episode, Molly and Brad share their experience of house hunting for a rental property. They discuss the challenges they faced, the houses they viewed, and the emotions they went through during the process.

    They draw parallels between house hunting and dating, highlighting the similarities in expectations, assumptions, and disappointments. Ultimately, they reflect on the importance of managing expectations and staying resilient in the face of rejection.

    After a challenging and frustrating search for a rental home, Molly and Brad finally found their perfect place. They learned valuable lessons about communication, compromise, and the importance of aligning their expectations.

    Highlights:


    House hunting can be a challenging and emotional process, similar to dating.


    It's important to manage expectations and not get too attached to a particular house or outcome.


    Assumptions can lead to disappointment, so it's crucial to communicate clearly and ask questions.


    Rejection is a part of the process, and it's important to stay resilient and keep searching for the right fit.


    Reflecting on past experiences can provide valuable insights and help navigate future decisions. 


    Effective communication and compromise are essential when searching for a home and a future partner.


    It's important to align expectations and understand each other's perspectives in your relationship.


    Working through fears and judgments can lead to personal growth and a stronger relationship.



    Curious what you can do to reinvent your love life from the inside out? Head over to the website to see what services she has available and events Molly has coming up!

    Man of Your Spreadsheet Dreams course starts Wednesday, May 15th. Join the waitlist here.

    Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. 

    Follow Molly on Instagram @reinventingthearena and sign up for Lady Love Lessons at the bottom of her homepage: www.reinventingthearena.com

    • 1 hr 3 min
    99. Are Beer Goggles Fogging Up Your Love Life?

    99. Are Beer Goggles Fogging Up Your Love Life?

    In this episode, Molly discusses the importance of challenging our perceptions and removing the 'beer goggles' that distort our view of dating and relationships.

    She emphasizes the role of childhood programming in shaping our beliefs about love and offers strategies for uncovering and challenging our dating patterns and self-sabotaging behaviors.

    Molly invites listeners to join her Man of Your Spreadsheet Dreams course for hands-on help in developing clarity and finding a partner aligned with their vision.

    Takeaways:


    Challenging our perceptions and removing the 'beer goggles' can lead to a new perspective on dating and relationships.


    Childhood programming plays a significant role in shaping our beliefs about love and relationships.


    Uncovering and challenging our dating patterns and self-sabotaging behaviors is essential for personal growth and finding a fulfilling love life.


    Developing clarity about what we want in a partner is crucial for creating a peaceful and satisfying love life.



    Episodes 28. What Are Your Dating Patterns? Part 1, 31. What Are Your Dating Patterns? Part 2

    Join the waitlist for the Man of Your Spreadsheet Dreams Course starting on May 15th. 

    Come out to The Golden Hoosier on Sunday, April 21st at 6pm for Classic Speed Dating with Smitten Singles! I’ll be there if you need some speed dating advice or want a few minutes of coaching about your love life. Use the code “Molly” for $10 off your registration.

    Loved the episode? I'd love to know! Send me a message on Instagram or leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! 

    Work with me one-on-one to release the feeling of being behind and embrace being right on time. ⁠Apply for 1:1 coaching.⁠

    Sign up for Lady Love Lessons to join my email list. You’ll receive daily tough love lessons and love life insights as well as be a VIP for special offers. ⁠Click here to join.⁠

    Follow Molly on Instagram: ⁠@reinventingthearena

    • 15 min

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