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 events

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Learn about dating coaching: https://laurenfondriest.com/coaching

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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 Introduction

• 1:22 Shadow work is love work: loving the parts of you that feel unlovable

• 2:22 99% of our thoughts unconsciously shape our lives

• 6:55 Why embodiment is key after shadow work

• 8:55 Redefining safety from truth, not trauma

• 11:11 From mindset to true embodiment

• 13:44 Spiritual ego and the missing piece: integration

• 19:00 Sacred Union rooted in truth vs performance

• 22:22 Stop gaslighting your desires; claim what you really want

• 24:00 Consciousness and the future of collective evolution

• 28:42 The sacred pause and how it heals the planet

• 29:55 We’re not escaping the matrix—we’re re-matrixing it

• 32:00 Death, void, and rebirth: the alchemical process

• 38:08 All emotions are part of your magnetic aura

• 39:00 Let your heart break—that’s where God meets you

• 43:00 Every emotion is medicine

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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 Intro

2:00 The moment motherhood sparked a radical shift

5:00 Laura’s mission to free the moms

8:38 Inner child needs vs. Dopamine hits for your body

11:11 Why your lower brain wants to hoard food

13:00 The message you're passing down to your kids

16:44 If hunger isn’t the problem, food isn’t the solution

18:40 Shifting your vibration with intention even when you eat “unhealthy”

23:00 Feeling good in your body = presence in your life

27:00 How to not gain weight on vacation (without dieting)

36:00 Feel your feelings instead of eating them

39:00 Entrepreneurship, marriage & body healing = holy trinity

43:00 Laura’s free gift to start your weight loss journey

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podcast: lauraconley.com/podcast

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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 relationships

• Sacred intimacy and importance of community

• Attachment styles and inner work

• Coaching for transformation and healing

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• Italy Retreat: https://minutesongrowth.com/retreats/

  
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In this powerful episode of Thriving in Love, I sit down with Maggie Hartley to explore what it truly means to integrate all your parts through Shadow Work.

We talk about:

Why your anger is sacred (and how to honor it)

Letting go of perfectionism and societal conditioning

How to self-parent and integrate all parts of yourself

Maggie’s raw and real journey through her dark night of the soul

and how community becomes the next layer of growth

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

4:20 Detaching from negative conditioning & giving yourself permission to be imperfect

8:28 Your anger is sacred—how to honor and listen

10:20 A Native American tale of our internal battles

13:50 Rock bottom: the foundation for growth?

15:55 Becoming a beacon of light after your dark night

21:00 Maggie’s action steps: grace, patience & subtle challenges

24:14 From isolation to community—why peace alone isn’t enough

28:00 Holding complexity: embracing darkness & light together

31:13 Integration: all parts of us matter

35:00 How to self‑parent & be present with unclear emotions

39:19 Maggie’s mantra: “It will all be okay in the end…”

Connect with Maggie Hartley: mhartley495@gmail.com

Maggie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellness_in_the_darkness/

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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 look

• Ditch shame and reclaim power through fashion

• Build confidence and elevate your energy daily

• Align your outer appearance with your inner truth

  
  

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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 integrity

Connect with Kusum:

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https://passionpurposepassport.com/

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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-creation

If you’re healing from friendship wounds, craving deeper connection, or navigating shifts in your sisterhood circles — this one’s for you.

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

1:55 Let’s talk about the Sister Wound

3:55 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 sense

6:39: If you don’t see your own light to the fullest, you’ll attract friendships from lack mentality

8:18 I’m no longer settling for friendships without an equal energy exchange

9:31 A sister wound is ancestral + generational, so it requires presence and grace.

11:33 How to alchemize our conditioning, patterns + beliefs into deep connection

13:33 Having high standards without guilt allows you to stay in a higher frequency

14:44 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.

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