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This week we chat with Devon, a healer, a homesteader and author of Cherished: Heal your past, stop settling, and embrace the love you're capable of Devon shares her truth with us and opens up about her previous marriage with the wrong person and how she's now Thriving in Love again with her new partner. In this episode, we chat about: Actually getting to the root cause of anxiety and healing her emotional baggage + subconscious beliefs A meditation that sparked her biggest shift: To be Cherished  Childhood dream of wanting to be a farmer that lead to her becoming a homesteader Transforming her energy to attract the joyful life she has now  The red flags she ignored in her first marriage  How an emotionally fulfilling man can love you in all the ways your heart deeply desires Relationship rituals to maintain a healthy relationship Somatic experiences that finally helped her get out of her head and into her body so she could experience the fullness of her emotions which led to strengthening emotional regulation  Your level of emotional maturity comes from how comfortable you can be sitting with uncomfortable feelings Healing is returning back home to your inner child joy balanced with your inner wisdom as an adult  & SO much more! Connect with Devon: https://www.healingandhomesteading.com/ https://www.instagram.com/devonballardhudson/ _____________________________________ Work with Sana as your Love Coach: www.sanaakhand.com _____________________________________ Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love/id1638372129 _____________________________________ Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/thrivinginlove _____________________________________ Follow us on Instagram for even more Love Tips: www.instagram.com/thrivinginlovepod _____________________________________ Connect with Sana's Socials: www.instagram.com/sanaakhand www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand _____________________________________ Subscribe to Sana's Newsletter for Weekly Check in Tips to improve your relationships: www.sanaakhand.com _____________________________________ Download the FREE e-book: Reignite the Spark: https://sanaakhand.myflodesk.com/q14fmtoen6

Following all the communication rules but still feeling frustrated? You are not alone. In this episode, we dive into Relational Intelligence—the missing layer beyond words. We explore why "I statements" and active listening often fail if the underlying biology isn't safe.We break down the critical difference between simply talking and true nervous system regulation, exploring how your body's capacity for stress dictates your ability to connect. If you are tired of the chaos of modern dating and ready for a new paradigm of love, this is the deep dive you’ve been waiting for.In this video, we cover:Why "good communication" often fails during conflictHow to expand your emotional capacityThe role of the nervous system in relationship safetyHow to move from "managing" a partner to truly meeting them🕒 Timestamps:00:00 Introduction: The Frustration of Miscommunication00:39 Understanding the Relational Field03:05 The Importance of Community and Union04:33 Expanding Capacity and Nervous System Regulation06:23 Navigating Conflict and Emotional Safety08:49 Relational Intelligence and Communication Framework16:26 Conclusion and Upcoming AdventuresABOUT UNION:UNION is the new paradigm of love built for the modern world. We teach the skills, energetics, and intelligence required to create thriving relationships in 2025 and beyond. If you’re done with outdated gender roles, emotionally unavailable partners, and the chaos of modern dating… welcome home.#RelationalIntelligence #ConsciousRelationships #NervousSystemRegulation #Union #RelationshipAdvice #EmotionalSafety

Dating in 2025 has become one big circus and today, we’re breaking down the worst dating advice ruining your love life and the best relationship strategies that actually create healthy, emotionally intelligent partnership.We’re unpacking the real psychology, the energetic dynamics, and the modern archetypes that shape successful relationships in 2025.Whether you’re single, dating, or in a committed partnership, this is the ultimate guide to modern love, emotional maturity, feminine energy, masculine leadership, and what actually works in building a thriving relationship today.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction2:40 Dating advice 1: “Just be more feminine”6:14 Dating advice 2: “Men are supposed to chase you forever”12:30 Dating advice 3: “Date like you are the prize” 14:02 Dating advice 4: “Never Text First”14:14 Dating advice 5: “If He Wanted to, He Would”15:36 Dating advice 6: “Just raise your standards”17:58 Dating advice 7: Masculine men don’t like successful women”18:55 The BEST dating advice of 2025 that actually worksJoin UNION: https://joinunion.tech Two pathways, one mission: Conscious Relationships, EvolvedUNION Match for singles $25/monthUNION Evolve for couples $35/monthFor luxurious matchmaking experiences in NYC & LA, join the database: https://unionmatchmaking.comFollow Sana on Socials:https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhandHttps://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhandhttps://www.youtube.com/@sanaakhand

In a world where age gaps still raise eyebrows, Helani and Kartik’s love story is proof that when emotional intelligence leads, love expands beyond every expectation. In this episode, we explore how a simple DM turned into a soulmate-level connection. one built on honesty, respect, and deeply aligned values.You’ll hear how Kartik’s emotional awareness, shaped by his upbringing and artistic background, allowed him to approach Helani with clarity, maturity, and genuine admiration. And how Helani, a powerful woman and mother, felt seen, honored, and safe from the very beginning.From their first seven-hour “non-date date” to dissolving stereotypes about what love should look like, their story reminds us that real connection isn’t dictated by age, it’s driven by authenticity, communication, and emotional depth.What We Cover:How Kartik slid into Helani’s DMs with emotional clarity (and zero games)Navigating the age conversation with curiosity, not judgmentWhy emotional intelligence became the backbone of their connectionHow growing up around strong women shaped Kartik’s relational awarenessThe moment Helani knew he was differentBreaking stereotypes around age, motherhood, and modern datingWhat actually matters when you meet your soulmateTakeaways:Love expands when you stop performing for societal expectations and start honoring the truth of what you feel. Emotional intelligence, clear communication, and mutual respect can bridge even the widest gaps.Connect w/ the couple:Helani's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helanisarathkumara/Kartik's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kartikkuna/Join UNION: The AI-powered relationship wellness platform for aligned love & thriving partnerships. Whether you're single looking to attract an energetic match or a couple looking to transcend patterns into conscious love, join us as we revolutionize modern love. Follow Sana on Social:https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhandhttps://www.tiktok.com@sanaakhandhttps://www.youtube.com/@sanaakhandSEO Keywords:Age Gap Relationship, Emotional Intelligence, Dating Advice, Modern Love, Soulmate Connection, Relationship Growth, Clear Communication, Authentic Love, Thriving in Love Podcast.

In this week’s episode of Thriving in Love, we sit down with Brooke and Kelly, the powerhouse duo behind Fuze the Agency and the Find Your Fuze Podcast. They’re not just co-founders—they’re best friends turned business partners who built a creative agency that helps mission-driven women bring their brands to life from the inside out.We dive deep into their inspiring “meet-cute” story, how their friendship evolved into a thriving business partnership, and what it really takes to grow together in both life and entrepreneurship. From navigating money mindsets and time zones to building trust, communication, and clarity, Brooke and Kelly share the lessons that have helped them sustain both their business and their bond.If you’re a female founder, creative entrepreneur, or woman in business seeking to grow with authenticity, this conversation will remind you what’s possible when women rise together.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:29 Their meet-cute & love story that led to their business partnership15:55 The story behind announcing their partnership to the world21:11 Naming and branding their co-created business, Fuze the Agency25:55 The money mindsets that can make (or break) business partnerships30:10 The friendship rule that’s kept them strong through chaos32:52 How they manage a 3-hour time difference with strategy and grace37:55 The role of inner work and self-awareness in leadership43:00 The joy of watching your business bestie step into her woo woo giftsConnect with Find Your Fuze:https://fuzetheagency.com/https://www.instagram.com/fuzetheagency/Connect with Brooke + Kelly on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brookecurolesmith/https://www.instagram.com/thekellylanes/__________________If you're ready for conscious love, join the database of conscious singles in NYC + LA:⁠⁠unionmatchmaking.com⁠⁠Follow Sana on Socials:⁠⁠wwww.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/consciousmatchmaker⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠⁠Watch on youtube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sana_akhand⁠⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love-i-break-patterns-to-call-in-soul-expanding/id1638372129

In this episode of Thriving in Love, Sana sits down with high school sweethearts Brooke and Alec Smith, who share their remarkable story of following love, intuition, and adventure, from a small town in Louisiana to the bustling streets of New York City, then choosing to move out of the city to raise kids - only to find their way & their hearts back to the big city. With six suitcases and two cats, Brooke and Alec took a leap of faith to build a new life together, only to discover that true growth often comes through discomfort, courage, and laughter. They open up about:The fears and faith behind their move to NYCNavigating relationship challenges and depression with compassionAs hard as it was for their mental health, how Dallas became a blessing in disguiseWhy they ultimately chose to return to New York with deeper appreciation and purposeThe one rule that keeps their marriage strong: “If you laugh, you can’t be mad.”Whether you’re in a long-term relationship, newly married, or simply exploring what it means to grow alongside your partner, this conversation will leave you inspired to choose love and to laugh a little more along the way.Connect with Brooke & Alec:Brooke Insta: https://www.instagram.com/brookecurolesmith Alec Insta: https://www.instagram.com/levitybyas/ Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction3:57 Alec’s interest in fashion that led to his career today5:20 The fear that Brooke felt that Alec will resent her for moving them to NYC16:00 Their decision to move to Dallas to raise kids closer to family21:40 As much as they disliked Dallas, it was a blessing in disguise23:44 New found appreciation for NYC and why they moved back30:00 How to support your partner through depression 40:00 Alec’s incredible life advice __________________If you're ready for conscious love, join the database of conscious singles in NYC + LA:⁠unionmatchmaking.com⁠Follow Sana on Socials:⁠wwww.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠www.instagram.com/consciousmatchmaker⁠⁠www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠Watch on youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sana_akhand⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love-i-break-patterns-to-call-in-soul-expanding/id1638372129

In this solo episode, I share how learning to listen to my body became the most powerful form of self-trust. From discovering why men actually enjoy selfish women to revealing how an unexpected MDMA experience healed parts of my marriage, this episode is an intimate look at what it means to live, love, and lead on your own terms.✨ If you’re craving deeper conversations, real connection, and conscious love Join UNION to meet potential matches at a dinner party in NYC + LAorSubscribe to Substack to stay in the loop about upcoming events, workshops, and retreats for conscious loveThis is the new era of love, self-led, embodied, and deeply connected <3 ___________________Timestamps:0:00 Introduction0:55 my body became my guide5:30 men enjoy selfish women6:20 why I choose my life on my terms9:00 how mdma helped my marriage11:00 invitation to join conscious singles database in NYC + LA_______________Follow me on instagram for life updates: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠Follow me on TikTokok for hot takes: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠Watch on youtube:⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sana_akhand⁠⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love-i-break-patterns-to-call-in-soul-expanding/id1638372129⁠

This episode is an invitation to remember: you are not chasing love, you are love.Conscious Matchmaker, Sana Akhand  peels back the layers of self-doubt, fear, and control to remind us that true magnetism comes from honoring our rhythm, letting ourselves be seen, and allowing love to flow through every area of our lives — business, creativity, and partnership.Through raw reflections on the coaching industry, conscious relationships, and her own marriage, Sana explores what it really means to thrive in New Earth Consciousness: where success is not forced but felt. This is for the woman who’s done with hustling her way into worthiness and ready to create, express, and love from her essence.Timestamps:0:11 Stop treating the things you love like a hobby2:22 Honor your unique rhythm and understand your system3:33 How subconscious resistance was sabotaging my success4:44 How to be a New Human5:55 The secret to thriving in Conscious Relationships6:66 Letting your partner witness your depth and grief7:37 Healing through your man’s pain and reflection8:55 Fixed vs Growth Mindset — in love and purpose9:49 How to find your purpose without forcing it10:44 The art of being seen, starting with yourself11:11 Why I create content for memory, not metrics12:34 Shoutout to Fully Expressed Podcast & Community13:33 A reminder to protect your energy14:00 Your permission slip to show up differently15:15 The control wound that keeps you from starting16:10 Audio update (thank you for your patience!)17:07 Why I quit my job but my husband didn’t - and that’s okay19:09 My sacred pause when triggered by boundaries✨ This episode will speak to your soul if you’ve been craving freedom, depth, and softness in your evolution — a reminder that you are the embodiment of love itself.Join my conscious singles database in NYC & LA: unionmatchmaking.comSubscribe to my newsletter for event updates + weekly musings: Follow me on instagram for life updates: https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhandFollow me on TikTokok for hot takes: https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhandWatch on youtube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sana_akhand⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love-i-break-patterns-to-call-in-soul-expanding/id1638372129Keywords: embodiment, conscious relationships, feminine energy, emotional healing, self love, spiritual growth, divine partnership, new earth consciousness, shadow work, self expression, purpose, creativity, healing in relationships

Join me in this solo episode as I reflect on the closing of Growth Club and the birth of my next chapter: UNION, a conscious matchmaking experience for self-aware individuals in NYC and LA who are ready to meet love differently.I open up about the lessons from my nomadic year that guided me into community leadership, the truth about marriage beyond societal conditioning, and the journey of inner union, integrating every fragmented part of yourself into harmony and peace.This episode is for anyone who’s outgrown surface-level dating, is craving deeper connection, and believes that love can be a path to spiritual awakening.Join the conversation, reflect on your own journey, and discover how UNION is redefining what it means to be in relationship — with yourself, and with another.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction0:30 The closing of Growth Club2:22 The nomad year that guided me to become a community leader4:14 My new chapter: UNION Matchmaking5:25 What I was conditioned to believe about marriage vs what I actually experienced7:57 The year my marriage expanded us beyond attachment and into wholeness10:00 Inner Union is integrating all your fragmented parts into harmony + peace14:24 Dating apps are becoming obsolete for authentic humans18:00 The UNION manifesto20:00 Invitation to join the conscious singles database in NYC + LA21:21 How is your journey unfolding???Join the database of conscious singles in NYC + LA:unionmatchmaking.comFollow Sana on Socials:wwww.instagram.com/sanaakhandwww.instagram.com/consciousmatchmakerwww.tiktok.com/@sanaakhandWatch on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sana_akhandLeave a review on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love-i-break-patterns-to-call-in-soul-expanding/id1638372129

Today I’m joined by the radiant Dalia Van Lom, a true content queen who helps visionary women entrepreneurs show up online with confidence, sparkle, and strategy. We first met at Create & Cultivate and instantly bonded over the importance of being fully expressed—not just in business, but also in love.Dalia is living proof that when you break free from old patterns, you can create the most epic love story. From growing up in Peru to navigating heartbreak and years of being single, she found her way back to herself, her roots, and ultimately, her dream partner. Now she helps women shine online with scroll-stopping reels, engaging videos, and content that actually attracts their dream clients—all while embodying the same authenticity and courage she brings to her marriage.This episode is for you if you’ve ever felt the tension between independence and intimacy, if you’re wondering whether it’s avoidance or intuition guiding you in love, or if you’re ready to deepen your relationships by leaning into vulnerability, patience, and courage.✨ Get ready to learn how to:Stop confusing avoidance with soul guidance in relationshipsEmbrace your single era as a sacred resetMake conscious choices after that first date that change everythingUse the sacred pause to stop reacting and start responding with clarityBreak free from ancestral stories that keep you from loveLead with courage to rewrite toxic dynamics and experience deeper intimacyWhether you’re an ambitious woman craving a conscious partner, or you’re already in love and ready to grow together, this conversation will open your heart to what’s possible.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction2:22 Genuine connections over transactional networking3:33 Dalia’s first love story when she moved from Peru to America10:00 Is it avoidance or is your soul guiding you to take space away from a misaligned relationship?23:00 The 3-year single era that helped Dalia return to herself, reclaim her roots in Peru, and start fresh in San Diego30:50 The adorable love story of Dalia meeting her now husband through persistence and charm34:34 The conscious choices Dalia made after her first date with Brad that changed everything40:00 Brad’s patience and Dalia’s courage to move to Tulum solo while being happily married completely rewired their relationship dynamics from bickering to deep love43:34 If you date someone exactly like you—there’s no room for growth48:00 Mastering the sacred pause stops you from reacting and helps you respond from clarity so you can experience deeper love51:25 How the stories of our ancestors can block us from leaning into love53:25 One partner always has to be the courageous one to go first and break the toxic dynamics if you want to heal, grow, and thrive in love_________________Connect with Dalia:www.daliaforreels.com/linkinbiohttps://www.instagram.com/daliaforreels________________Join my conscious singles database in NYC + LA: unionmatchmaking.comFollow Sana on Socials:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠⁠⁠Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love-i-break-patterns-to-call-in-soul-expanding/id1638372129

Meet Lauren Fondriest, Dating Coach for High Achieving Women who have it all - and yet, they struggle with love. Lauren Fondriest is a certified coach with years of experience coaching executives and teams at EY and Fortune 500 companies. After experiencing years of dating disappointment herself, she applied her own coaching tools to change how she showed up in love—and it worked. Now in a joyful, aligned partnership, Lauren supports other ambitious women in doing the same. As a Women’s Dating Coach, Lauren’s coaching style is strategic, affirming, and purpose-driven: she helps women date like they mean it.In this episode, we dive deep into what it really means to date consciously—letting go of cultural programming, embracing your power, and cultivating authentic connections. Lauren shares her personal evolution from hyper-independence to learning the art of receiving, and together we explore practical ways to recognize alignment, challenge old patterns, and create a dating life that feels truly nourishing.Whether you’re single, dating, or simply curious about love and self-awareness, this episode will help you shift from fear and scarcity into empowerment and authenticity.Timestamps:0:00: Introduction3:03: Women have more power in dating than we’ve been taught to believe4:44: Letting go of cultural programming & getting clear on what YOU want6:36: Why accountability is key to deeper self-connection and better relationships7:57: How to know if it’s misalignment vs. a moment to offer grace11:00: Why women are cultured to settle & how to break the cycle13:00: How authenticity invites others to show up authentically15:50: Lauren’s shift from hyper-independence to receiving support18:30: Helping clients practice receiving while single22:00: Challenging belief systems & proof that good men exist26:26: Using your body’s intelligence to guide dating decisions30:50: The “ick”: red flag or self-sabotage?34:54: Understanding your patterns to rewrite your dating story36:36: Choosing glimmers over scrolling through negative dating stories40:20: From awkward speed dating to conscious connection eventsConnect with Lauren on Instagram: https://instagram.com/laurenfondriestLearn about dating coaching: https://laurenfondriest.com/coaching__________________Join the UNION matchmaking database to find your aligned match and receive 1:1 support with pre + post date integration calls so you can align with the frequency of love: https://sanaakhand.com/matchmakingFollow Sana on Socials:https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhandhttps://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhandLeave us a review on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love-i-break-patterns-to-call-in-soul-expanding/id1638372129

In this transformative episode of Thriving in Love, I’m joined by my dear friend and Spiritual Alchemist, Navjot Dhaliwal, for a deep & raw conversation on shadow work, feminine embodiment, and the alchemy of true healing.We explore why shadow work is actually love work, how to embrace the parts of yourself that feel too dark to face, and why true healing isn’t just about mindset shifts but embodied integration.From understanding how 99% of our thoughts unconsciously shape our reality, to stepping off the burnout-inducing healing treadmill and into the sacred space of feminine embodiment, Navjot shares insights that will shift how you view healing, union, and emotional honesty.We talk about the spiritual ego trap, why safety must be defined through your truth—not your wounds—and how to cultivate sacred union from authenticity, not performance.This conversation is an invitation to feel deeply, embrace all your emotions as medicine, and rematrix the matrix through presence, power, and pause.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:22 Shadow work is love work: loving the parts of you that feel unlovable2:22 99% of our thoughts unconsciously shape our lives6:55 Why embodiment is key after shadow work8:55 Redefining safety from truth, not trauma11:11 From mindset to true embodiment13:44 Spiritual ego and the missing piece: integration19:00 Sacred Union rooted in truth vs performance22:22 Stop gaslighting your desires; claim what you really want24:00 Consciousness and the future of collective evolution28:42 The sacred pause and how it heals the planet29:55 We’re not escaping the matrix—we’re re-matrixing it32:00 Death, void, and rebirth: the alchemical process38:08 All emotions are part of your magnetic aura39:00 Let your heart break—that’s where God meets you43:00 Every emotion is medicineConnect with Navjot: https://linktr.ee/metaphysical_goddesshttps://www.instagram.com/metaphysical_goddess/_________________Ready to Call In Conscious Love?Join the Conscious Matchmaking waitlist for a chance to be invited to our next dating event.or Apply for the UNION Membership to gather monthly with singles and couples ready to co-create legacy-level love._________________Follow Sana on Social:⁠Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠Https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhandSubscribe to Sana's Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sanaakhand.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love/id1638372129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To be a guest on the show or share a story, email me at: hi@sanaakhand.com

In this episode of Thriving in Love, we’re joined by Laura Conley, founder of the Yummy Mummy Method and host of the top 1.5% podcast Lose Weight for the Last Time. Known as the Fun Weight Loss Coach, Laura has helped hundreds of women break free from diet culture and lose weight for the last time, without restriction, shame, or punishment.Laura shares how becoming a mom sparked her mission to break generational cycles, balance hunger hormones, rewire the brain, and help women become their own best friend on the path to body liberation. This episode is filled with tangible tools for emotional eating, body wisdom, self-parenting, and how to feel good in your body without obsessing over food.Whether you're a mom, entrepreneur, or someone healing their relationship with food—this one is a must-listen.Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:00 The moment motherhood sparked a radical shift5:00 Laura’s mission to free the moms8:38 Inner child needs vs. Dopamine hits for your body11:11 Why your lower brain wants to hoard food13:00 The message you're passing down to your kids16:44 If hunger isn’t the problem, food isn’t the solution18:40 Shifting your vibration with intention even when you eat “unhealthy”23:00 Feeling good in your body = presence in your life27:00 How to not gain weight on vacation (without dieting)36:00 Feel your feelings instead of eating them39:00 Entrepreneurship, marriage & body healing = holy trinity43:00 Laura’s free gift to start your weight loss journey🎁 Grab Laura’s FREE GIFT to begin your sustainable weight loss journey here: plan.lauraconley.comConnect with Laura:website: lauraconley.comhttps://www.instagram.com/lauraconleycoachingpodcast: lauraconley.com/podcast________________Ready to align with true love and rewrite your love story? Join UNION, a membership for lovers of a new paradigm:https://sanaakhand.com/unionLooking for your energetic match in love? Sign up for my matchmaking directory: https://sanaakhand.com/matchmaking_________________Follow Sana on Social Media:⁠Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠Https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhandSubscribe to Sana's Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sanaakhand.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love/id1638372129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To be a guest on the show or share a story, email me at: hi@sanaakhand.com#LauraConley #YummyMummyMethod #WeightLossCoach #BodyLove #EmotionalEating #IntuitiveEating #MomLife #ConsciousParenting #EntrepreneurLife #ThrivingInLove #FoodFreedom #HealingJourney #SelfLove

In this episode, I sit down with Tannaz Hosseinpour, registered psychotherapist, relationship coach, author, and host of the Minutes on Growth podcast. Tannaz shares powerful insights on inner healing, the 6 types of intimacy that we need to feel truly fulfilled, and how to navigate relationships in a post-COVID world with intention, self-awareness, and love.This conversation is for anyone seeking conscious love, full range of intimacy, and deeper self-awareness. Whether you’re single, partnered, or somewhere in between, you’ll walk away with grounded tools and inspiration for your growth journey.✨ Topics Covered:Spiritual growth through relationshipsSacred intimacy and importance of communityAttachment styles and inner workCoaching for transformation and healingTimestamps:0:00 Introduction4:04 Are we ever fully healed or are we always evolving in personal growth?6:16 COVID’s impact on mental health, emotional intimacy, and relationship trauma10:10 How to heal emotional disconnection and rebuild trust in relationships12:51 Can we truly feel fulfilled without romantic relationships or connection?15:55 Sacred partnerships as portals for heart opening and self-discovery19:44 Why lack of community leads to codependency in romantic relationships22:50 How to move beyond ego and choose empathy, compassion, and emotional safety23:33 The 6 types of intimacy and why we need community to feel whole28:18 Relationship frustration: Why meeting people where they are matters32:00 Why hiring a therapist or coach can fast-track emotional breakthroughs35:35 Should you heal yourself first before entering a relationship?37:50 Understanding attachment styles: Why they’re not fixed and how they evolve🔗 Connect with Tannaz:Website: https://minutesongrowth.com/Italy Retreat: https://minutesongrowth.com/retreats/https://www.instagram.com/minutesongrowth/🎧 Subscribe for more heart-opening conversations on love, purpose, and personal evolution._________________Ready to align with true love and rewrite your love story? Join UNION, a membership for lovers of a new paradigm:https://sanaakhand.com/unionLooking for your energetic match in love? Sign up for my matchmaking directory: https://sanaakhand.com/matchmaking_________________Follow Sana on Social Media:⁠Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠Https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhandSubscribe to Sana's Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sanaakhand.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love/id1638372129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To be a guest on the show or share a story, email me at: hi@sanaakhand.com#Healing #Relationships #Intimacy #SpiritualGrowth #Therapy #ConsciousLove #Podcast #TannazHosseinpour #ThrivingInLove #AttachmentStyles #InnerWork #RelationshipCoach

What if your closet held the key to becoming your most magnetic, unstoppable self?In this episode of Thriving in Love, I sit down with transformational stylist Chellie Carlson, who isn’t just revamping wardrobes—she’s helping people step into their Highest Self through the power of intentional style.💄 From closet therapy and confidence embodiment to intuitive shopping and reclaiming self-worth, this conversation is PURE GOLD for anyone ready to transform their self-image, elevate their energy, and manifest through their style.With over 20 years in the fashion industry and a soul-led approach to transformation, Chellie breaks down how dressing for the version of you that you’re becoming can open doors, heal shame, and call in your greatest desires.👠 Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond—it's never too late to evolve. This episode will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to turn your closet into a portal of becoming.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:11 - How Chellie became a transformational stylist (not just a fashion stylist)6:26 - Why it’s never too late to reinvent yourself (at any age)8:11 - The role of self-worth in manifesting your desires10:40 - Getting dressed = one of the greatest acts of self-love12:20 - Why style protects your heart + expands your presence13:55 - Habit stacking: how getting dressed daily rewires your identity15:05 - Overcoming shame + embodying authentic power17:17 - How to discover and develop your authentic personal style21:40 - Create a signature look without spending a fortune26:00 - Chellie’s intuitive styling process to channel your Higher Self30:13 - Realizing she was a healer, not just a stylist31:50 - How to shop smart and make aligned investments36:26 - Dress like HER, become HER: next-level embodiment39:30 - Style for YOURSELF—not for external validation✨ Who this episode is for:Spiritual entrepreneurs, ambitious women, soulful creatives, personal growth junkies, and anyone who wants to turn their wardrobe into a manifestation tool.🎧 Listen if you’re ready to:Attract aligned opportunities with your lookDitch shame and reclaim power through fashionBuild confidence and elevate your energy dailyAlign your outer appearance with your inner truth💬 What’s your signature look saying about you? Drop a comment and let’s talk style as soul medicine.Connect with Chellie to transform into your next level self:https://www.chelliecarlson.com/https://www.instagram.com/chelliecarlson/Connect with Sana to rewrite your love story:https://sanaakhand.com/https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand_________________🔔 Subscribe for more real-talk conversations on personal power, love, transformation, and embodiment.#StyleTransformation #Manifestation #HigherSelf #PersonalStyle #Embodiment #ClosetTherapy #ThrivingInLove #SpiritualEntrepreneur #ConfidenceThroughStyle #SelfWorth #FashionHealing #FeminineLeadership

Meet transformational coach, Kusum as she shares her journey from engineer to travel blogger turned life coach and conscious leader. We dive deep into the shift from masculine energy aka discipline to feminine devotion and why shadow work is essential for true inner freedom. Kusum unpacks how 95% of our thoughts stem from subconscious patterns, why universal advice only becomes powerful when it's embodied, and how women can release guilt when choosing themselves.We explore parenting, the myth of balance, and how to raise emotionally attuned children who speak their truth. If you're navigating self-doubt, seeking soul-aligned success, or simply tired of trying to figure it all out alone—this episode is your permission slip to ask for help, move with integrity, and come home to who you truly are.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:02 - Kusum’s evolution from engineering to coaching08:33 - Devotion vs. discipline in creating your dream life11:11 - Facing your shadows to soften into your feminine16:33 - How subconscious thoughts shape your reality19:39 - Turning universal advice into embodied wisdom21:11 - Letting go of guilt when prioritizing yourself25:35 - The myth of balance: is it real or helpful?30:00 - Raising children to find joy + speak their truth40:00 - Participation trophies + adulthood struggles42:00 - Building self-trust through deep self-knowing44:44 - Why women aren’t meant to heal alone48:38 - Living and leading with integrityConnect with Kusum:https://www.instagram.com/kismetbykusumhttps://passionpurposepassport.com/_______________________Work with Sana 1:1 to step into your power and become a leader of your lineage: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.sanaakhand.com⁠⁠⁠Join a community of Conscious leaders redefining success on their own terms: ⁠⁠⁠https://joingrowthclub.co⁠⁠⁠Follow Sana on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠Subscribe to Sana's Substack:⁠https://sanaakhand.substack.com/⁠Follow the Pod on Socials:⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/thrivinginlovepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@sana_akhand⁠⁠⁠_________________________________Leave a review on Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-love/id1638372129⁠⁠⁠_________________________________To be a guest on the show or share a story, email me at: hi@sanaakhand.com

In this heartfelt and raw episode, I open up about the sister wound. The pain of disconnection between women, both ancestral and personal — and how healing it has transformed my capacity for deep, aligned friendship. You’ll hear my raw reflections on:✨ Why we must stop settling for one-sided friendships✨ How ancestral wounds show up in modern friendship dynamics✨ What it means to alchemize conditioning into connection✨ The permission slip to have high standards in sisterhood✨ And why we’re here to rebuild a new world together through play, ease, and feminine co-creationIf you’re healing from friendship wounds, craving deeper connection, or navigating shifts in your sisterhood circles — this one’s for you.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:55 Let’s talk about the Sister Wound3:55 My free trip to Joshua Tree sparked my desire for more Authentic Friendships.5:25 A recent friend date that made my human design make so much more sense6:39: If you don’t see your own light to the fullest, you’ll attract friendships from lack mentality8:18 I’m no longer settling for friendships without an equal energy exchange9:31 A sister wound is ancestral + generational, so it requires presence and grace.11:33 How to alchemize our conditioning, patterns + beliefs into deep connection13:33 Having high standards without guilt allows you to stay in a higher frequency14:44 We’re not meant to do this alone - we’re meant to have more ease + play and rebuild a new world TOGETHER. 17:55 There is love + connection everywhere you go - if you have the energetic capacity to see through the illusions and chaos.Sister wound healing, how to heal the sister wound, ancestral trauma healing, authentic friendships, conscious female friendships, feminine energy healing, healing generational wounds, human design and friendship, energy exchange in relationships, stop settling in friendships, spiritual growth through relationships, attract high-vibe friendships, divine feminine, conscious connections, emotional alchemy.Work with Sana 1:1 to step into your power and become a leader of your lineage: ⁠⁠https://www.sanaakhand.com⁠⁠Join a community of Conscious leaders redefining success on their own terms: ⁠⁠https://joingrowthclub.co⁠⁠Follow Sana on Social Media:⁠⁠Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠⁠⁠Https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠

In this fiery and soul-stirring episode of Thriving in Love, I’m joined by the unapologetically bold Erika Boehme — rebel visionary, sacred sexuality guide, and host of Fuck the Box – Free Yourself podcast. Erika is here to ignite your courage, challenge the status quo, and liberate the parts of you you've kept hidden.We dive deep into:🔥 The power of radical self-expression and spiritual rebellion🌿 How spiritual leisure keeps you connected to your soul💔 Transforming infidelity and abortion shame into deeper love and liberation💡 The connection between business risk and emotional vulnerability💥 Expanding your nervous system to hold more honesty, desire, and truthIf you’re ready to embody your flaws, reclaim your freak, and trailblaze a life that turns you on — this one’s for you.Connect with Erika:Email: erikab.coaching@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.erikaboehmecoaching.com/Retreats: https://www.erikaboehmecoaching.com/backpackingretreatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.pleasure.nymphLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-boehmePodcast:apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f-k-the-box-free-yourself-podcast/id1789604130spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f-k-the-box-free-yourself-podcast/id1789604130Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction1:30 Owning who the f*** you are without fear or hesitation to arrive into who you’ve become3:33 Erika’s inspirations and self guided journey to radical self expression5:55 The anchor points that guided Erika’s journey from lost to full liberation8:52 What is Spiritual Leisure and how to use it to stay deeply connected to your Soul11:00 Discernment and Rebellion being two traits to find what is ready to be awakened and activated inside of you12:33 Overcoming fear of failure and attaching worth to achievement14:48 The parallels in willing to fail in business and willing to be vulnerable in relationships16:31 Erika’s beautiful 10 year relationship history including moments of infidelity and transmuting that into even more love20:00 Honesty and conflict is the path to deeper love, trust and safety22:22 Erika’s abortion story and how she liberated herself from the shame that followed27:00 The very real vulnerability hangover that happens when you finally share something you’ve been ashamed of saying out loud31:22 How to practically expand your nervous system when you begin being more vulnerable, honest and fully expressed33:33 Your flaws and your freak are sacred parts of you, with profound superpower36:44 The path to enlightenment for the feminine is through Sacred Rebellion against the status quo through somatic practices and feeling your shame, guilt, fear fully until it is release energetically from the bodyKeywords: radical self-expression, sacred rebellion, spiritual leisure, nervous system regulation, vulnerability, feminine leadership, shadow work, sex and intimacy, abortion healing, conscious relationships, somatic healing, relationship liberation, authentic living, trauma release, emotional freedom_______________Work with Sana 1:1 to step into your power and become a leader of your lineage: ⁠https://www.sanaakhand.com⁠Join a community of Conscious leaders redefining success on their own terms: ⁠https://joingrowthclub.co⁠Follow Sana on Social Media:⁠Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠Https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠

In this transformative episode, Sana explores what it truly means to embody leadership—without needing a title. Sana dives deep into emotional alchemy, the sacred pause, and how to transmute triggers, shame, and ancestral patterns into personal power. You’ll learn how to cultivate self-trust, set energetic boundaries, and lead from love instead of fear. She also shares a vulnerable money story that reveals the power of rewriting internal narratives to align with abundance. This is an episode for leaders, healers, and heart-centered visionaries who are ready to move through discomfort and rise into aligned, embodied leadership.embodied leadership, emotional alchemy, feminine energy, self-trust, shadow work, ancestral healing, money mindset, subconscious reprogramming, journaling, personal growthTimestamps:0:00: Introduction0:45: What is a Leader Without a Title? Leadership as accountability, energy, and self-responsibility2:45: Embodiment Triggers Others: Knowing when it’s projection vs. when to take accountability5:40: Discernment in Feedback: Trusting your inner voice before absorbing others’ opinions6:36: Emotional Alchemy: The sacred pause before reacting — choosing alignment over reaction8:00: Stored Emotions in the Body: Suppressed feelings lead to stress, inflammation & dis-ease9:25: Journaling Club Invitation: Using writing to heal, rewire beliefs, and build sacred connection10:00: Why Journaling Changed My Life: Deepening your relationship with your inner world11:50: Generational Healing Through the Body: Ancestral pain passed through emotional patterns12:22: Money Story Share: Real-time fear, debt memories & rewriting the “hard-earned” narrative14:44: Proof Energy Attracts Money: Real-life moments that shifted my financial frequency17:17: Let Emotions Fuel Your Joy: Alchemizing pain so your joy becomes even more vibrant20:50: Practical Steps to Emotional Alchemy: Tools for energetic alignment & embodied leadership___________Work with Sana 1:1 to step into your power and become a leader of your lineage: ⁠https://www.sanaakhand.com⁠Join a community of Conscious leaders redefining success on their own terms: ⁠https://joingrowthclub.co⁠Follow Sana on Social Media:⁠Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhand⁠⁠Https://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand⁠

In this potent episode of Thriving in Love, Sana invites you into the new era of love—one where truth replaces fantasy, wholeness replaces codependency, and partnership becomes a conscious choice, not a script.Whether you're in a long-term relationship, moving through a breakup, or questioning traditional dynamics, this conversation is your invitation to shed the illusion and meet love as it truly is: grounded, mutual, and free.We explore:💔 The death of the "princess" archetype—and why grieving the fantasy is sacred👁️ How to take your partner off the pedestal and love who they are today🌀 Why the Universe removes people or circumstances not as punishment—but as celebration of your self-resourcing🔥 How emotional triggers are sacred mirrors guiding you to integration and wholeness👑 What it means to shift from seeking love to becoming the matriarch of your relationship🌹 How conscious couples are leading a new paradigm of partnership that is sovereign, soulful, and awake📌 Episode Timestamps:0:00 Welcome & Introduction1:21 Breaking patriarchal illusions of love3:10 The fantasy vs the real person in front of you7:54 Self-resourcing and divine redirection9:47 Reclaiming your wholeness12:07 Becoming a new paradigm leader in love14:28 Using triggers as portals for healing16:00 The sacred pause and emotional mastery17:44 Consciously choosing your partner today20:48 Letting go of the fantasy & stepping into the matriarchThis episode is for the woman who’s done performing, done fixing, done waiting—and ready to love with her eyes wide open.🎧 Listen now and share with your conscious couple friends.💌 Let us know your favorite part by tagging @sanaakhand on IG.___________Work with Sana 1:1 to step into your power and become a leader of your lineage: https://www.sanaakhand.comJoin a community of Conscious leaders redefining success on their own terms: https://joingrowthclub.coFollow Sana on Social Media:Https://www.instagram.com/sanaakhandHttps://www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand