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How Losing Everything Helped Ben Currier Find Himself,” is about what happens when a relationship becomes an escape hatch, a distraction, and ultimately a disaster. But more importantly, it’s about what it takes to rebuild your life from nothing. Ben Currier—Excel genius, host of the top-ranked podcast Failure Guy, and a professor teaching Microsoft—shares a story almost too wild to believe. One minute, he’s running a successful podcast and thriving professionally. The next, he’s in North Hollywood with a black eye, no backpack, no computer, and no support system after moving across the country for a woman he barely knew. This is a conversation about emotional addiction, trauma bonding, and why we chase intensity instead of intimacy. It’s also a conversation about resilience, self-worth, and the work it takes to break the patterns that keep us stuck. We talk about: • Why some relationships feel like “free fall disguised as love.”• How loneliness, avoidance, and low self-worth make us vulnerable to fantasy.• Why jumping into the next relationship never softens the landing.• What happens when you ignore every red flag—because you don’t want to be alone.• The dangerous power of dopamine, impulsivity, and connection during crisis.• How losing everything forced Ben to rebuild from the inside out.• What recovery from love addiction actually looks like.• How he ultimately found healthy love after believing he never would again. Ben opens up about: • Being displaced, isolated, and robbed—twice—within weeks.• The moment he realized he had hit rock bottom… and then below it.• How a year of darkness became the foundation for rebuilding confidence.• The role of friends, therapy, and honest self-reflection in healing.• Why he now thrives in a stable, loving relationship built on respect and clarity. Anyone who has ever chased the wrong love, stayed too long, or ignored the truth because the fantasy felt better will see themselves in this episode. In this powerful episode of Shot@Love, Kerry sits down with longtime friend and Failure Guy podcast host Ben Currier to unpack the wild, painful, and ultimately transformational chapter of his life that began with a single impulsive decision: moving across the country for a woman he barely knew. What followed was a rapid descent—lost belongings, emotional chaos, isolation, and a complete collapse of self-worth. But it became the catalyst for his greatest rebuilding. Together, Kerry and Ben explore why so many of us get addicted to intensity, confuse chaos for connection, and “airbag” from one relationship straight into another to avoid facing ourselves. Ben shares candidly about breaking toxic cycles, surviving rock bottom, rebuilding confidence, and eventually finding healthy love. His story is a testament to resilience, emotional clarity, and the truth that no matter how far you fall, you can rise again—stronger and wiser than before. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Getting Clear for 2026 with Manifestation Mentor Lizzie Moore Shot At Love is all about clarity, energy, and creating a fresh start for 2026. Manifestation mentor Lizzie Moore returns to the show to walk us through how to identify what we really want, why most people stay stuck, and how to shift our mindset so we can finally receive the opportunities, relationships, and breakthroughs we’ve been waiting for. Lizzie explains why vague goals confuse the universe, how our energy influences what we attract, and why accountability changes everything. We talk about writing things down, showing up as the person who’s ready to receive, and how to stay committed even when life gets messy. Lizzie also shares why the last days of the year matter, how visualization activates the brain, and the science behind using vision boards to align your emotions with your goals. If you're tired, burned out, or unsure of where to start, this conversation gives you simple practices to reconnect with hope, rebuild your belief in what’s possible, and create a plan for 2026 that you can actually follow through on. We also talk candidly about fear, doubt, initiating connections, and how clarity makes every area of life—including dating—feel easier and more aligned. Whether you're manifesting a new career, a move, more joy, or the love you’ve been waiting for, this episode will help you get grounded, get intentional, and get ready for what's next. What We Discuss Why clarity is the foundation of manifestation • How fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome block your goals • The role accountability plays in staying consistent • How emotions carry frequency and shape what you attract • Using visualization to shift your mindset • Why writing things down strengthens belief • How vision boards activate the brain and create momentum • Resetting your mindset when the year doesn’t start perfectly • The science behind the reticular activating system • The difference between resolutions and manifestation • How to pick goals that you can sustain • Why small goals matter for beginners • When to aim bigger and how to overcome fear • Using signs, symbols, and daily rituals to stay aligned • Why connecting with images each morning makes a difference • How to get more comfortable initiating opportunities and connections • How to bring love into your manifestation practice • Building a realistic plan to stay hopeful and consistent in 2026 Connect with Lizzie Moore Website: www.vibeandshine.online Manifestation Membership and Vision Board Calendar available on her site. Follow Kerry Brett Instagram: @kerry_brett Instagram: @shotatlovepodcast Facebook: Kerry Brett LinkedIn: Kerry Brett Substack: https://shotatlove.substack.com/p/shot-at-love-the-edit Website: www.shotatlovebook.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today’s episode of Shot At Love, Kerry Brett sits down with manifest mentor Lizzie Moore for an honest, energetic, and unexpectedly hilarious conversation about manifesting love, trusting the universe, and the mantra that changed everything: I only want what’s for me. Lizzie shares how she transformed her life through visualization, neuroscience-based mindset shifts, and vision boards that quite literally manifested a new home, a new lifestyle, and a new chapter on the South Shore. She breaks down how the Reticular Activating System filters our thoughts, why emotions carry vibrational frequency, and how shifting your energy can change what—and who—you attract. This episode covers: • Why “I only want what’s for me” is the ultimate dating mantra • How gaslighting, rejection, and heartbreak feel different when you trust alignment • The role of the Reticular Activating System (RAS) in manifesting love • How to rewire your brain and create new neural pathways • Vision boards, visualization, and the power of accountability groups • How emotions vibrate at different frequencies and influence attraction • Lizzie’s incredible chicken-coop meet-cute and cross-country connection • The difference between clinging and surrendering • How Lizzie manifested a home identical to her vision board • Moving two teenagers, rebuilding a life, and finding joy again • How to know when a relationship is aligned—or when it’s simply not your person • Letting go, gratitude, and the courage to trust the universe’s plan • Why timelines choke manifestation and how to release them • How to call your energy back and stop living in the in-between • What Lizzie teaches clients about love, alignment, and emotional frequency If you need hope, humor, and a reminder that the universe delivers what’s meant for you—sometimes in the form of a man building a chicken coop resulting in a little luck and a lot of lumber—this episode is for you. Find Kerry Brett on Instagram @kerry_brett and @shotatlovepodcast Facebook and LinkedIn: Kerry Brett Substack: https://shotatlove.substack.com/p/shot-at-love-the-edit?r=20nzan&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action Website: www.shotatlovebook.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your Last First Date: Author & Hollywood Matchmaker Jaydi Samuels Kuba This week’s episode of Shot At Love pulls back the curtain on Hollywood’s most fascinating matchmaking secrets with Jaydi Samuels Kuba. Inspired by her soon-to-be-released book Your Last First Date, Jaydi shares the patterns, mindsets, blind spots, and tiny shifts that help singles finally find their own Hollywood ending. Jaydi began her career as a television writer with credits ranging from Family Guy to Salem. But after watching talented, successful women in the entertainment industry struggle to form meaningful relationships, she built a couples-curation service that grew into LJ Matchmaking. Today she is a certified dating and relationship coach, a co-host of the podcast Match Made in Hollywood, and one of the industry’s most respected matchmakers. Kerry and Jaydi explore the truth behind finding love in Hollywood or anywhere else: why people stay stuck, how they repeat emotional patterns, and what finally creates lasting change. Jaydi opens up about the early days of her company, the unlikely way she met her husband while setting him up with other women, and the inner shifts that helped her leave a long-term relationship that no longer aligned with her life. Together, they break down why matchmaking matters, why being “findable” is non-negotiable, and how small mindset adjustments can make all the difference. Jaydi shares how she vets clients, screens for compatibility, and guides people toward clarity before chemistry. She explains why great daters still end up in the wrong relationships, how date coaching transforms confidence, and why trusting your own intuition is ultimately your most powerful tool. Jaydi also gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at writing Your Last First Date: how her Hollywood storytelling background shaped the narrative, why she chose to teach through character journeys and real client case studies, and what she hopes readers will take away after they close the final page. If you’ve ever wondered how matchmaking really works, what goes on behind the scenes, or how to stop repeating the same dating patterns, this conversation will shift the way you see yourself, your choices, and your path to love. Where to Find Jaydi Samuels KubaInstagram and social: @matchmadeinhollywoodMatchmaking and date coaching: www.ljmatchmaking.com Connect with Kerry BrettInstagram: @kerry_brett and @shotatlovepodcastFacebook: Kerry BrettLinkedIn: Kerry BrettSubstack: https://shotatlove.substack.com/p/shot-at-love-the-edit?r=20nzan&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-actionWebsite: www.shotatlovebook.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week’s episode of Shot At Love centers on the powerful story and mission of Deborah Griffiths, founder of Bent Not Broken, a platform dedicated to resilience, recovery, and reclaiming personal strength after adversity. Instead of talking about my journey, we shift the focus to Deborah’s—her path, her purpose, and the incredible movement she’s built. In our conversation, Deborah opens up about the moment her life changed, the challenges that tested her spirit, and the transformative mindset that allowed her not only to survive but to build a community for others who are navigating their own storms. Bent Not Broken offers tools, hope, and a safe landing place for anyone rebuilding their life piece by piece—physically, emotionally, or spiritually. Deborah shares: • The origin story behind Bent Not Broken• What resilience really looks like when no one is watching• The healing practices that helped her rebuild• How to choose strength—even when it feels impossible• Why community is essential for recovery and growth• The message she wants every listener facing hardship to hear This episode is a testament to turning pain into purpose, and Deborah’s energy is a reminder that healing is not linear—but it is possible. If you’ve ever struggled, felt alone, or needed a voice reminding you that you can rise again, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Candid Conversation on Modern Love with Julie Lokun This week’s episode flips the script. Instead of hosting, I’m the one being interviewed. Julie Lokun, host of the Get Obsessed podcast, sits down with me for an honest, heartfelt conversation about what dating really looks like today. If you’re starting over, navigating dating apps, or trying to make sense of modern connection, this conversation was created to give you clarity, strategy, and a renewed sense of hope. Julie and I explore the questions so many singles quietly struggle with: • Does real love still exist• Do dating apps actually work• How do you recognize red flags early• What should you do differently on a first date• How do you stay open to love without lowering your standards We discuss: • How love evolves from early romance to meaningful partnership• Why belief in love matters at every stage of life• How to use dating apps strategically instead of reactively• The difference between chemistry and compatibility• Red flags, green flags, and the signals people reveal immediately• Texting etiquette, ghosting, first-date dynamics, and connection basics• How presentation and profile photos influence attraction and success You’ll also hear how my background as a celebrity photographer influences the way I guide people through dating—especially when it comes to creating an authentic, compelling online presence that truly reflects who you are. If you’re overwhelmed by today’s dating landscape or looking for practical strategies you can use right now, this episode offers clear takeaways and mindset shifts that make modern dating feel more manageable. ABOUT TODAY’S GUESTJulie Lokun is the creator and host of Get Obsessed, a podcast centered on growth, possibility, and helping people elevate their lives and relationships. She is a dynamic interviewer and a passionate advocate for empowering others. WHERE TO FIND KERRYWebsite:www.shotatlovebook.comwww.kerrybrett.com Podcast:Shot At Love on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and BLEAV Instagram:@kerry_brett@shotatlovepodcast Facebook:Shot At Love Podcast TikTok:@shotatlove LinkedIn:Kerry Brett Substack:https://shotatlove.substack.com YouTube:Shot At Love with Kerry Brett Book:Shot@Love: A Celebrity Photographer’s Lens on Dating and Finding Love, available on Amazon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Great Scott! A Hero’s Journey to Love In the final chapter of Shot@Love: A Celebrity Photographer’s Unfiltered Lens on Dating and Finding Love, we wrap up the story with heart, humor, and hope. Kerry Brett reflects on her own Hero’s Journey—one that mirrors Marty McFly’s in Back to the Future—filled with setbacks, mentors, lessons, and ultimately transformation through love. This episode is about believing in divine timing, trusting the bigger picture, and having faith that the right person shows up when you’ve done the inner work. Kerry shares how her “Great Scott” moment came when she found love on Tinder, and how every heartbreak, misstep, and “Biff” along the way shaped her into someone ready for a healthy, lasting relationship. Through pop culture parallels, wisdom from her mentor Jeff Lubin, and her signature storytelling style, Kerry ties it all together—reminding listeners that everyone’s path to love is their own version of the Hero’s Journey. It’s about choosing courage over comfort, learning to love yourself first, and understanding that each swipe, each setback, and each lesson gets you closer to your own “Great Scott” moment. If you’ve ever doubted that love is possible after heartbreak, this episode will inspire you to believe again. Because when you trust in the bigger picture and take your shot, you just might find the one who was meant for you all along. Listen now at www.shotatlovebook.com and follow Kerry Brett on Instagram @kerry_brett, @shotatlovepodcast, Facebook, LinkedIn, and on Substack at https://shotatlove.substack.com/p/shot-at-love-the-edit?r=20nzan&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Shot At Love, host Kerry Brett shares her unforgettable story of finding love on the commuter rail. This journey starts with a swipe and turns into a cinematic night worthy of Risky Business and Dirty Dancing. What begins as a spontaneous Tinder date with a man named Scott evolves into a hilarious and heartfelt adventure about courage, connection, and the power of showing up even when it’s uncomfortable. From lip gloss disasters and “walks of shame” to lessons in faith, mindset, and perseverance, Kerry reminds listeners that taking chances in love — and life — often comes with a few unexpected detours. But when you stay open, trust yourself, and keep believing, miracles can happen… even on the rails. By the end, Kerry reveals how this once “risky” date led to her real-life love story and how her journey on Tinder became proof that manifestation works — if you’re willing to believe, take action, and never quit. Follow on Instagram @kerry_brett and @shotatlovepodcastFind Kerry on Facebook and LinkedInSubscribe to her Substack: Shot At Love: The EditVisit www.shotatlovebook.com to learn more about her book Shot@Love: A Celebrity Photographer’s Unfiltered Lens on Dating and Finding Love. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My Dating Breakthrough — Chapter 15 In this heartfelt and full-circle episode titled My Dating Breakthrough, Kerry Brett shares the transformative story behind her biggest dating and personal turning point—one that began with a mantra and led to meeting her boyfriend, Scott. This chapter is about mentorship, mindset, and the courage to change the pattern. Kerry reflects on her 25-year mentorship with renowned portrait artist Jeff Lubin, a silver-haired visionary who taught her everything about confidence, value, and human connection—lessons that eventually translated into her dating life. Through humor and honesty, she reveals how Jeff’s tough love, wisdom, and one unforgettable lecture helped her rebuild self-worth and learn to believe in love again. From heartbreak in Florida to a life-changing “aha” moment back in Boston, Kerry explains how her mentor’s voice became the inner compass that guided her out of self-doubt and back into alignment. Because sometimes, the greatest leap of faith isn’t swiping right—it’s believing in yourself again. Key themes• The Kubera Gayatri mantra and the power of asking for what you want• How mentorship mirrors love and self-belief• Lessons from Jeff Lubin on value, confidence, and resilience• Overcoming heartbreak and reclaiming self-worth• The “Quasimodo rule”—breaking patterns and choosing better• Finding faith, trust, and home in Boston once again Listen, learn, and love betterThis episode reminds us that breakthroughs happen when you stop playing small, take the leap, and believe that the best is yet to come. Connect with Kerry BrettInstagram: @kerry_brett, @shotatlovepodcastFacebook and LinkedIn: Kerry BrettSubstack: https://shotatlove.substack.com/p/shot-at-love-the-editWebsite: www.shotatlovebook.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Finding Your Match Made in Heaven, Chapter 14 of Shot@Love, A Celebrity Photograph's Unfiltered Lens on Dating and Finding Love This episode explores how faith, vibration, and belief play a powerful role in attracting love. Kerry shares her experiences learning about the Law of Attraction from Michael Losier—author of Law of Attraction—and how his teachings on deliberate creation helped her shift from doubt to trust. When heartbreak and online dating fatigue set in, Kerry turned to spiritual practices and divine connections for guidance—from chanting the Lakshmi Gayatri mantra for love and abundance to conversations with her intuitive friends Maureen Hancock and Jill Jardine. Through humor and honesty, Kerry reveals how psychic predictions, astrology, and even a few matchmaking misfires ultimately led to powerful lessons about faith, karma, and timing. You’ll also hear the inspiring story of Rosie Dalton, Maureen’s sister, who found her “match made in heaven” after years of loss—proof that love can bloom again, even after heartbreak. This chapter reminds us that believing love is possible is the first step to receiving it. Follow along as Kerry learns to let go of control, trust divine timing, and keep her vibration high—because your match made in heaven might just be closer than you think. Find Kerry on Instagram @kerry_brett and @shotatlovepodcast, on Facebook and LinkedIn, and join the community at www.shotatlovebook.com. You can also read Shot@Love: The Edit on Substack at shotatlove.substack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breaking Up with Mr. Better Than Nothing – Why You Need This Episode If you’ve ever dated someone who felt promising enough to stick around even when the red flags were waving… this episode is for you. We break down a real relationship timeline so you can recognize the exact moments things shift from exciting to exhausting — and learn how to pivot sooner next time. Cupid showed up, the texts sparkled, and the chemistry felt easy—until the small tells started stacking up. We share a true dating story that begins with a glittering reconnection and veers into a tour of red flags: venue choices that miss the mark, a harsh snap at strangers that reveals character, grand declarations too early, then silence when it matters. The ride is funny, messy, and painfully familiar to anyone who’s been love-bombed, breadcrumbed, or nudged into the caretaker role before the relationship ever had roots. As we walk through the timeline—from an “epic” wedding meet-cute to an OKCupid rematch, from a chaotic holiday bar scene to a broken arm that flips romance into housework—we unpack how social proof can lower your guard and how mixed signals can chip away at self-worth. You’ll hear the golden rule that never fails in dating: watch how they treat service staff and unexpected guests. You’ll also hear the moment the power shifts back: no more waiting by the phone, a night out that rekindles confidence, and the clarity to name what’s actually happening—a situationship with one driver and no room for your voice. This conversation blends story and strategy so you leave with a practical toolkit: how to spot unintentional daters, how to separate charm from character, and how to protect your time with clean boundaries. We keep it real, we keep it human, and yes, we laugh at the clown car along the way. If you’re tired of “better than nothing,” press play, reclaim your standards, and choose the quieter path of self-respect over the noisy comfort of chaos. You’ll learn: • Why chemistry shouldn’t be confused with compatibility• How social proof and love-bombing can make you ignore your intuition• The subtle behavior clues that reveal character• What breadcrumbing and caretaker-dynamics look like in real time• How to reclaim your power when communication becomes one-way• Boundary scripts to protect your time, energy, and self-worth Connect + Join the CommunityInstagram@kerry_bretthttps://www.instagram.com/kerry_brett@shotatlovepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/shotatlovepodcast Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/kerrybrett LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-brett Substack – Shot at Love: The Edithttps://shotatlove.substack.com Get the bookShot@Love: A Celebrity Photographer’s Unfiltered Lens on Dating and Finding Lovehttps://www.shotatlovebook.com If this episode resonates with you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs a reminder of her standards, and leave a review with your top red-flag rule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode follows a winding road from mantras and angel numbers to a surprising Tinder reunion that reopens old memories and reveals hard truths about trust, red flags, and values. Trust—not trying harder—becomes the real compass in dating, and 222 serves as a reminder to slow down and practice patient awareness. Nostalgia collides with present-day realities as Boston’s social energy masks a poor fit, and Jonathan’s candid warning becomes a pivotal values check. A serendipitous moment with Fishman’s mom reassures me that when we’re paying attention, the universe delivers the clarity we need. Through caregiving challenges, ghosting, and even street harassment, resilience rises — leading to a powerful promise: Listen sooner. Set boundaries. Choose self-respect. If you’re rebuilding after heartbreak, this chapter reminds you that every sign points you forward. Connect with Kerry Brett Instagram:@kerry_brett — https://www.instagram.com/kerry_brett @shotatlovepodcast — https://www.instagram.com/shotatlovepodcast                                    Facebook: Kerry Brett — https://www.facebook.com/kerrybrettphotography.                             LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrybrett                                                                                Substack – Shot@Love Newsletter: https://shotatlove.substack.com Website:https://www.shotatlovethebook.com If this episode resonated with you — please subscribe, rate, and leave a review. It helps more people find their Shot@Love (Shot at Love)! And share this episode with a friend who needs hope and a little nudge forward.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune into Chapter 11, I Surrender; Finding a Path Forward to Love, a favorite for those having a hard time. Heartbreak can feel like quicksand, but there’s a way to stop sinking. I share how surrender—real acceptance, not resignation—becomes a daily practice that steadies the mind, restores self-respect, and turns pain into a teacher. From the serenity prayer to the mantra sarvesham svastir bhavatu, I unpack simple rituals that anchor your nervous system when grief and rumination try to take over. I walk through the five stages of grief in the context of narcissistic dynamics, making space for the messy parts—denial that kept you safe, anger that needs clean outlets, bargaining that blurs reality, depression that asks for gentle structure, and acceptance that finally loosens the knot. With insights from Kute Blackson’s The Magic of Surrender, I flip the script: a relationship can end and still be a success if it helped you grow into a truer version of yourself. That reframe moves you from searching with scarcity to meeting love with grounded presence. Stories power change, so we spotlight courage in action. Tina Turner’s night of escape and reinvention shows how one decisive step can reset a life. Dolly Parton’s publishing stand models boundaries, patience, and long-view faith. These examples prove that small steps compound—blocking a number, archiving old photos, taking a quiet walk instead of doom-scrolling—until momentum returns. We close with practical guidance to drop the bag of bricks, set clear boundaries, and trust that peace is possible when you stop pushing and start showing up as yourself. If this conversation helped you breathe a little easier, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs strength today, and leave a quick review so others can find it. Your story might be the spark someone else is waiting for. Start with this Description Instagram: @kerry_brett | @shotatlovepodcastFacebook: Shot@Love PodcastLinkedIn: Kerry Brett️Join the mailing list: www.shotatlovethebook.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune into "No One is Coming" and "No Days Off": Chapter 10. Sometimes the hardest truth can be the start of real momentum: no one is coming, and there are no days off. We open with mantras that sharpen courage and then walk straight into the messy middle—an on-again, off-again relationship, a high-stakes photography assignment with Bill Belichick on Nantucket, and a gutting discovery left open in an email. What follows isn’t a collapse; it’s a choice. With a deadline looming and another shoot with Julian Edelman on deck, we turn heartbreak into horsepower, swap rumination for execution, and let anger refine our focus instead of wrecking it. You’ll hear how patterns take root, why sunk-cost thinking keeps the wrong door open, and how to close it with conviction. We unpack “no days off” as more than a sports slogan—it’s a personal operating system for resilience, discipline, and self-respect. Edelman’s legendary catch becomes a playbook for staying locked in when you’re inches from the ground: eyes on the ball, hands steady, outcome earned. The story moves from betrayal to boundary-setting, from tolerating less to choosing more, and from being benched by pain to calling your own plays. There’s a twist of joy at the end—a right swipe and a match with former Patriots lineman Max Lane—arriving not as a rescue, but as the natural result of raising your standards. Along the way, we share the practical habits that keep you in motion: clear self-talk, tight routines, creative flow under pressure, and the courage to shut a door that keeps hurting you. If you’re navigating dating, rebuilding after a breakup, or pushing for excellence in your craft, this chapter offers tools and a real story to anchor them. If this resonates, tap follow, share it with a friend who needs the reminder, and leave a review with your favorite takeaway. Your support helps more people find the mindset and momentum to win the inches between head and heart. For more details, go to www.shotatlovebook.com Start with this Description Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune into Chapter 9 Love's Lunacy: A Journey of Crazy and Stupid Devotion from my book Shot At Love, A Celebrity Photographer's Unfiltered Lens on Dating and Finding Love. What if the moment that saves you starts with a mantra and a punchline? We open on a small-town shoot with Steve Carell and land in the center of a bruising love story—one built on mixed signals, breadcrumbing, and the slow erosion of self. Along the way, a pinwheel, a dance number, and a stubborn fight to keep a scene in a film become unlikely teachers about boundaries, authorship, and choosing what matters when the pressure is on. From there, the curtain lifts on commitment-phobia and the anxious–avoidant dance: the push–pull of intimacy that keeps one partner chasing and the other fleeing. We dig into Mr. Unavailable’s patterns, attachment science, and why intermittent reinforcement is so addictive. The stakes spike when family drama explodes into gaslighting and an uninvited wedding, forcing a reckoning with reality, proof, and the heavy cost of keeping the peace. In the wreckage, a manifesto takes shape—part evidence, part prayer—marking the pivot from explaining to exiting. What follows is a clear, compassionate path out: consequences over speeches, boundaries that hold, and the No Contact Rule as a lifeline back to self-trust. We talk practical recovery—retraining your nervous system, rebuilding routines, and finding meaning in art, music, and community. If you’ve ever felt “crazy” for wanting love to feel safe, this story offers language, tools, and a way through. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to tell us the one boundary you won’t bend again. We trace a wild arc from a Steve Carell photoshoot and an Aquarius mantra to the hard end of a toxic relationship, unpacking commitment-phobia, gaslighting, and the cost of staying. Boundaries, no-contact, and self-respect turn chaos into clarity. Join the mailing list and find out more about Shot At Love Live events at www.shotatlovebook.com. Follow, rate, and subscribe. Please follow me on social media – Instagram, @Kerry_Brett, and on Facebook under Kerry Brett. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune into Homeless on a Harley, Chapter 8, one of my favorite chapters from Shot At Love, A Celebrity Photographer's Unfiltered Lens on Dating and Finding Love. Dating shouldn’t feel like a jailbreak, but sometimes the heart clings to a locked door. We open with a grounding mantra to the divine feminine and roll straight into Randy “Moose” Gomez’s field notes—thirty years as a PI and bail bondsman distilled into one essential truth: listen like a detective and love like a leader. From pandemic-era scams to everyday mixed signals, we unpack how small details reveal big realities, and why your questions are not drama—they’re data. The story winds through a raw Thanksgiving heartbreak, a copper-topped bar in South Boston, and a high school spark named Coyote Cameron who skates in hot and exits even hotter. It’s romantic, funny, and a little brutal: the secret workplace, the “lost phone,” the slow fade that says more than words. Along the way, we map practical checkpoints for modern dating—consistency over charm, transparency over mystery, alignment over adrenaline. You’ll hear how nostalgia can blur judgment, how self-talk can free or trap you, and how to spot the moment when grace becomes self-abandonment. We don’t shame the chemistry; we translate it. When behavior and words don’t match, confusion wins. When someone guards context, believe them. And when your standards rise, your peace follows. If you’ve stayed too long, waited on a text that never came, or ignored a red flag because the weekend felt perfect, this conversation will hand you a steadier compass—rooted in self-respect, active listening, and a PI’s calm eye for patterns. Press play, take what helps, and set your own checkpoints. If this episode gave you clarity or courage, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs the nudge, and leave a quick review so more people can raise their standards with us. We explore how a cowboy PI’s listening skills and a hard left turn in South Boston taught us to trust patterns over promises and choose self-respect over heat. The heart goes fast, but the truth arrives on time when you ask better questions and believe what you hear. When people tell you who they are believe them. Please subscribe, rate, and review. Keep up to date with Shot At Love Live events and join the mailing list at www.shotatlovebook.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not All Those Who Wander Are Lost, Chapter 7 of Shot At Love, A Celebrity Photographer's Unfiltered Lens on Dating and Finding Love. A breakup can make even bright rooms feel dim, and mine turned everything gray—right down to the paint on my walls. I gave 50 shades of gray new meaning. I tried to muscle through with grit and lonely heart playlists, but it took an unexpected intervention from Red Sox legend Tim Wakefield to cut through the noise. Tim’s straight talk about self-respect, resilience, and moving on landed like a perfectly thrown knuckleball: unpredictable, undeniable, and exactly what I needed to hear. The over-under was that this was a very loud wake-up call from Wake, and I had to find self-love at bat. From there, the path bent toward a different kind of ballgame—one of mantras, lineage, and sacred sound. I share how a puja led by a guru's wife reopened the door to Sanskrit practice, and how a medium delivered a message I couldn’t ignore: aham prema doesn’t just invite romantic love; it insists on self-love first. That reminder connected me back to my teacher, Namadeva, and to a daily practice of the —Gayatri before the mic, breath before reaction, compassion before compromise—that steadied the ground beneath my feet. Daily practice of chanting and the discipline of rebuilding standards after heartbreak. Along the way, we honor two legacies that shaped this story—Tim Wakefield’s generosity and caring, and Namadeva’s mastery of mantras—whose dates now echo in my calendar like a quiet blessing. If you’ve ever felt stuck between surrender and survival, this chapter offers tools and testimony: boundaries that hold, mantras that heal, and a practical path to liking yourself enough to choose better. Listen, reflect, and if it resonates, share it with someone who could use a sign. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell me: what’s the one line you needed to hear today? If you want to find out more about the Shot At Love movement and community, join the mailing list to learn about upcoming Shot At Love Live events at www.shotatlovebook.com Send us a text Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When Oscar-winner Chris Cooper and his wife Marianne Leone called asking me to photograph him for Cowboys and Indians Magazine, I never imagined this assignment would become my emotional salvation. With a broken foot and an even more broken heart, I dragged myself to Plymouth Plantation, determined to deliver exceptional work despite my personal life crumbling around me.The contrast couldn't have been starker – professionally capturing one of Hollywood's most respected actors while privately enduring the discovery of my boyfriend's infidelity. As I lay on the ground, boot-clad broken foot raised awkwardly in the air, shooting Chris in various Western-inspired poses, I was simultaneously living two realities. One where I was a sought-after photographer whose work would grace newsstands nationwide, and another where I questioned my fundamental worth after betrayal.It was Chris himself who offered unexpected wisdom that day. When I confessed my relationship troubles, lamenting that perhaps I was "too much" – too creative, too successful – for my boyfriend, Chris responded with words that would become my mantra: "Did you ever think the things that make you too much are the things that make you great? Smart men like smart women." This simple truth from a man whose 40-year marriage to brilliant writer Marianne Leone Cooper showed he practiced what he preached became my north star during the darkest period of my life.The universe has a poetic way of delivering messages when we need them most. Standing in an Arizona airport, sobbing after learning my boyfriend at the time had emptied our home while I was away, I looked up to see my Cowboys and Indians cover prominently displayed. It was as if the universe whispered: your work matters, you matter, regardless of who fails to see it. A decade later, Chris, Marianne, and I would collaborate again, winning a 2023 Communicator Award for a podcast episode aptly titled "Staying Together" – proof that sometimes we must endure disappointments to find our way to the collaborations and connections that truly honor our worth.Ready to transform your perspective on love and relationships? Grab a copy of my new book "Shot at Love" on Amazon today and join our community at shotatlovebook.com for exclusive updates on live events and more insights into finding love that celebrates rather than diminishes you. Send us a text Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when you swipe right on a contractor who builds homes and hearts with the same dedication? Built to Last: When Love Meets Construction, that's what! Meet Rory Remington, a 47-year-old professional builder from Scituate, Massachusetts—a man as solid as the foundations he lays.During the harshest winter Massachusetts had seen in a century, with record-breaking snowfall burying my world both literally and figuratively, Rory appeared like a beacon of warmth. After plowing Scituate's streets all day, he'd show up at my driveway, engine running, ready to shovel my roof without ever asking to come inside—because he wanted to meet my daughter "when we were official." Here was a man who had given his dream home to his ex-wife so his children wouldn't suffer, while he lived in homes he was rebuilding. A man who, when my card was declined buying painting supplies, arrived early the next morning with everything I needed and painted my entire first floor in a day.Rory checked every box on my "top ten list" of qualities I wanted in a partner. He remembered I disliked roses on my birthday because it fell near Valentine's Day, sending unique flowers with a card saying, "You're all seven on my list." Yet I made the devastating mistake of leaving him when my ex returned, begging for reconciliation—only to discover more lies and deception waiting for me.The painful irony? When pipes burst in my studio and I had nowhere to turn, Rory still showed up, created detailed documentation overnight, secured me exactly the insurance money I needed, and disappeared without even saying goodbye. He didn't need to help, but that's who he was—a man of honor who never let people down.Through heartbreak and regret, I learned that relationships, like houses, require solid foundations. Sometimes the best partners aren't the flashiest or most familiar—they're the ones who show up consistently, tools in hand, ready to build something lasting. Don't wait to recognize quality when you see it; great men don't stay available for long.Ready to transform your perspective on love? Grab my new book "Shot at Love" on Amazon and join the community at ShopLoveBook.com for exclusive updates on upcoming events.Send us a text Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when your world crumbles beneath you? When a broken foot, a broken relationship, and a broken bank account converge at the worst possible moment? This raw, unflinching episode explores the pivotal moment when crisis became a catalyst for profound transformation. After discovering troubling messages on Kerry's boyfriend, Giovanny's phone, a confrontation led to a painful accident—breaking her foot in three places. Rather than support, Giovanny cruelly accused her of deliberately injuring herself to manipulate him, revealing the narcissistic dynamic that had been present all along. Left immobilized during her busiest photography season, with no health insurance and dwindling finances, she reached a devastating crossroads. Drawing strength from unexpected sources—Tina Turner's resilient spirit and financial advisor John Spooner's contrarian wisdom—she discovered that the principles governing smart investing apply equally to recovery from toxic relationships. "In crucial decisions, use your brain first, heart second," became her mantra as she dragged herself on crutches to convert saved coins to cash when her debit card declined for a simple pizza order. This episode beautifully illustrates how rock bottom became the foundation for rebuilding. By approaching her personal crisis with the same strategic thinking Spooner applied to market crashes, she transformed her circumstances—booking $4,000 in photography sessions despite her injury, finding her voice, and eventually creating the award-winning "Shot At Love" podcast to help others escape unhealthy relationships. The most valuable lesson? No matter how broke you are financially or emotionally, you can always bank on yourself. This powerful story reminds us that sometimes the best investment we can make is in our own healing and growth. Have you experienced a moment when hitting bottom became the catalyst for your greatest comeback? Join our community and share your story of resilience and renewal. Find out more at www.shotatlovebook.com Send us a text Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.