Guest: Kristal DeSantis Title: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Role: Author of STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man About the Guest: Kristal DeSantis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Austin, Texas, celebrated for her expertise in relationships, trauma work, and sex therapy. Her book, STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man, provides practical insights and guidance for navigating contemporary relationships. Through her work, Kristal emphasizes the significance of understanding modern dating dynamics and promotes the empowerment of men in developing meaningful connections. Episode Highlights: In this episode, Kristal DeSantis dives deep into the complexities of dating in today’s world, the motivation behind her book, and why men need practical relationship guidance. She provides valuable dating advice and shares strategies for maintaining intimacy and safety in relationships, along with key advice for marriages. The conversation also touches on the importance of navigating the digital dating landscape and the balance between love and family values. Timestamps: Intro: 0:00-01:32 Kristal's Book Motivation: 01:33-07:19 Men Are Not Mind Readers: 07:20-08:58 Biggest Challenges in Modern Dating: 08:59-14:43 Navigating Dating in a Digital Age: 14:44-16:43 Is It Love Over Family Values?: 16:44-18:49 Maintaining Intimacy in a Relationship: 18:50-24:03 Creating Safety in a Relationship: 24:04-26:53 Kristal's Future Plans: 26:54-28:32 Kristal's Advice for Marriages: 28:33-31:52 BYOK Signature Question: 31:53-32:26 Contacting Kristal: 32:27-32:49 Outro: 32:50-34:14 Contact Information: Website: strong.love Instagram: @atxtherapist Visit ALL things BYOK: linktr.ee/be_yourownkind BetterHelp Offer: Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help: betterhelp.com/byok #sponsored Be Our Guest: Want to be featured on the BYOK podcast? Fill out our guest form: form.typeform.com/to/fDQsNEd3 Shop Custom Designs: Explore CBS3 Designs: etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs Get a 20% Discount on Black Girl Vitamins: https://blackgirlvitamins.co/?snowball=BYOK24&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=youtube-first-cohort-campaign&utm_campaign=BYOK24

Guest: Natalie Bedard (NatNat) Title: Energy Healing Specialist Role: Founder of Lift OneSelf, Host of Lift Oneself Podcast About the Guest: NatNat, also known as Natalie Bedard, is an Energy Healing Specialist dedicated to guiding others on their path to emotional well-being and self-discovery. As the founder of Lift OneSelf and host of the Lift Oneself podcast, NatNat has been transforming lives since 2019 by offering tools to regulate the nervous system, relieve emotional pain, and turn anxiety into empowerment. Her trauma-informed approach encourages individuals to embrace their fullest potential through small, actionable steps. Episode Highlights: In this episode, NatNat shares her insights on the importance of safety, meditation, and the power of acknowledging and basking in your feelings. She discusses her journey in energy healing, the concept of creating safe spaces, and the impact of understanding and embracing one's emotions. Timestamps: 00:00-09:20 – Understanding Energy 09:21-14:01 – Protecting Energy 14:02-19:27 – Origin of People Pleasing 19:28-20:25 – Separation from Intuition 20:26-26:18 – Conquering People Pleasing 26:19-29:19 – What is LiftOneSelf? 29:20-32:32 – Definition of a Safe Space 32:33-34:56 – Processing Your Sh*t 34:57-39:28 – Escaping Judgment 39:29-43:56 – Approaching Inner Child 43:57-49:13 – Feeling Authentic Emotions 49:14-52:22 – Purpose of Meditation 52:23-55:06 – Healing Requires Play 55:07-1:00:21 – Natalie's Meditation Origin 1:00:22-1:04:29 – Shifting Perspectives 1:04:30-1:06:31 – Life is Not Linear 1:06:32-1:07:07 – Uncomfortableness of People Pleasing 1:07:08-1:09:23 – Contacting Natalie 1:10:23-1:11:41 – BYOK Signature Question 1:11:42-1:12:54 – Getting Rid of the "All or Nothing" Mindset 1:12:45-1:15:13 – Outro Contact Information: Website: liftoneself.com Instagram: @Liftoneself Visit ALL things BYOK: linktr.ee/be_yourownkind BetterHelp Offer: Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help: betterhelp.com/byok #sponsored Be Our Guest: Want to be featured on the BYOK podcast? Fill out our guest form: form.typeform.com/to/fDQsNEd3 Shop Custom Designs: Explore CBS3 Designs: etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs Get a 20% Discount on Black Girl Vitamins: https://blackgirlvitamins.co/?snowball=BYOK24&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=youtube-first-cohort-campaign&utm_campaign=BYOK24

Guest: Nina Manolson Title: Body-Peace® Coach Role: Therapist, Body-Trust® Guide, Psychology of Eating Teacher About the Guest: Nina Manolson is a Body-Peace® coach dedicated to helping women end the struggle with food and body image. With over 30 years of experience, she supports women in feeling at home in their bodies and advocates for a deeply feminist, anti-diet approach to body peace. Her work empowers women to create a trusting and respectful relationship with their bodies and food. Episode Highlights: In this episode, Nina Manolson shares how her journey led her to the concept of "Body Peace." We discuss the impact of societal standards on body image, the limitations of the body positivity movement, and the importance of self-acceptance. Nina offers insights into navigating past traumas, holiday eating, and how her Body-Peace App can help women embrace their bodies as they are. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:24 – Relationship with the Body 06:17 – Affects of Body Positivity Movement 09:14 – What is Body-Peace? 15:00 – Fighting the Body War 18:28 – Body Peace App 22:40 – Tapping into All of Us 28:48 – Holiday Eating 35:46 – Nina's Personal Story 41:57 – Creating a New Perspective 43:03 – Navigating through Past Traumas 44:16 – Walking into the Body Peace Path 46:43 – Contacting Nina 48:43 – BYOK Signature Question 49:25 – Outro Contact Information: Website: ninamanolson.com Instagram: @ninamanolson

Follow Nina to learn more about her Body-Peace® approach and gain valuable insights into developing a positive relationship with your body. Visit ALL things BYOK: linktr.ee/be_yourownkind BetterHelp Offer: Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help: betterhelp.com/byok #sponsored Be Our Guest: Want to be featured on the BYOK podcast? Fill out our guest form: form.typeform.com/to/fDQsNEd3 Shop Custom Designs: Explore CBS3 Designs: etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs Get a 20% Discount on Black Girl Vitamins: https://blackgirlvitamins.co/?snowball=BYOK24&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=youtube-first-cohort-campaign&utm_campaign=BYOK24