Saying Yes Again: A Journey to Love, Life & Second Chances
Saying Yes Again: A Journey to Love, Life & Second Chances
Podcast Description
This podcast is for anyone who's been through heartbreak, divorce, or loss and is brave enough to believe in love one more time.
Hosted by Dr. Lisa and Tony, this show shares their own story of finding love again in midlife, after divorce and doubt.
Through candid conversations and honest reflections, they explore the journey of healing, rediscovery, and learning to open your heart to new possibilities.
They believe your next "yes" could be the one that changes everything.
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The podcast focuses on themes of emotional healing, self-discovery, and the challenges of dating after divorce, with episodes like Emotional Baggage Check, exploring how to recognize and address personal issues before entering new relationships. Other topics include the intricacies of modern dating, the importance of forgiveness, and strategies for rebuilding one's identity after a breakup, all underscored by the potential for growth and new beginnings.
Finding love after 50 isn’t just possible—it can be the most exciting chapter of your life. Hosted by Dr. Lisa and her husband Tony, Saying Yes Again shares real conversations, personal stories, and practical advice for navigating dating, relationships, and self-discovery after divorce.
From rebuilding confidence and embracing vulnerability to trying dating apps for the first time and blending families, we explore what it means to love—and live—fearlessly in midlife. Whether you’re reentering the dating world, searching for companionship, or redefining what you want from love, this show gives you the insight, encouragement, and inspiration you need.
Get ready for heartfelt discussions, expert tips, and a few laughs along the way. Because saying “yes” again isn’t just about finding the right partner—it’s about saying yes to yourself, your joy, and your second chance at love.
In this episode of “Saying Yes Again,” hosts Dr. Lisa and Tony discuss the challenges and rewards of dating professional, powerful women. They explore why some men feel intimidated by women in leadership roles, examining issues such as ego, power dynamics, and societal expectations. Drawing from their own relationship, they emphasize the importance of support, communication, flexibility, and mutual respect. The conversation encourages both men and women to look beyond titles and income, focusing instead on partnership, authenticity, and celebrating each other’s strengths. The episode concludes with practical advice and a promise to continue the discussion in a future episode.
Setting the Stage: Dating Powerful Women (00:01:50) They introduce the main topic: why some men are intimidated by dating professional, powerful women.
Men’s Perspective on Intimidation (00:02:11) Discussion on why some men avoid dating women in leadership roles due to ego and traditional roles.
Power Dynamics and Relationship Shifts (00:04:00) Exploring how a woman’s professional status can shift relationship dynamics and challenge traditional expectations.
Seeing Beyond Titles and Income (00:05:12) Emphasizing the importance of valuing each partner’s contributions beyond job titles and salaries.
Support and Mutual Respect (00:06:14) Tony and Lisa discuss the value of supporting each other’s professional achievements and not feeling threatened.
Ego, Gender Roles, and Societal Expectations (00:07:39) Examining how ego and societal norms influence men’s attitudes toward dating professional women.
Balancing Dominant Traits at Home (00:09:03) Conversation about bringing work personas home and the need for balance and partnership.
Tips for Dating Professional Women (00:11:07) Tony shares practical advice: be supportive, flexible, and authentic when dating professional women.
Flexibility and Communication in Relationships (00:13:04) Highlighting the importance of flexibility and communication due to non-traditional work schedules.
How Professional Women Feel About Apprehension (00:14:34) Lisa shares how it feels when men are hesitant to approach professional women, emphasizing the desire to be seen beyond titles.
Personal Story and Episode Wrap-Up (00:15:45) Tony recounts meeting Lisa without knowing her profession, and they wrap up the episode with closing thoughts.
Preview of Part Two and Farewell (00:16:47) Announcing a future episode to further discuss challenges for professional women in dating, and encouraging listeners to subscribe.
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