Hey there, beautiful souls! 🌟 In this episode, I’m sharing the powerful transformation I’ve experienced since my divorce—from fear and uncertainty to a life filled with joy, freedom, and deep connection. I’ll talk about how stepping into the unknown led me to create a life that’s richer than I ever imagined. I’ve found true freedom in having my own space, and I’ve discovered a relationship that’s built on empathy, mutual support, and a love that nurtures my soul. 💖 But it hasn’t been without c...
Sep 03, 2024•2 hr 43 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast Hey loves! 💛 Today, I’m sitting down with my bestie, Quinn, to talk about something we all feel but often avoid—anger. That fiery emotion many of us, especially when considering divorce, are told to suppress. Quinn and I dive into how anger shows up in our lives and why it’s crucial to face it head-on. Anger isn’t something to fear—it’s a powerful signal that something needs to change. We share personal stories and insights on how embracing your anger can lead to breakthroughs, healing, and a l...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast Hey loves, in this episode, we’re diving deep into the sacred art of *being* with our bodies. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, this guided journey will help you ground down, tune in, and just breathe through whatever is coming up for you. Together, we’ll explore how to drop out of our busy minds and gently reconnect with our bodies. You might notice tingling, tightness, or even some big emotions rising up. Whatever shows up, it’s all okay—your body knows exactly how to process...
Aug 13, 2024•19 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast Hey loves, it's been a minute since I last recorded, and today's episode is all about getting real and raw. I'm diving deep into the messy, uncertain parts of my own journey—especially around what it means to live a good life, and how to handle all the emotions that come with it. If you're considering divorce, you're really going to connect with this one. I'll share some personal struggles, including a recent, challenging moment with my teenage son that left me ques...
Aug 13, 2024•36 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast #23: Hello, beautiful souls! 💖 I’m diving deep in this spontaneous, heart-to-heart episode. Reflecting on nearly five years since my divorce, I share the messy, beautiful roller coaster of emotions I've experienced. 🌈✨ In this heartfelt chat, I open up about: The highs and lows of life post-divorce. Moments of joy and pain that have shaped me. Embracing life’s duality—the light and the dark. 🌪️❤️ You'll hear about my recent trip to Vegas, deep connections with loved ones, and a song...
Jul 23, 2024•56 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast #22: Hey beautiful souls! 🌟 In this episode, I'm thrilled to have back my dear friend and former coach, Quinn! 💖 In this episode, I’ll share my post-divorce journey—married young, divorced at 31, and navigating dating with three kids. Quinn, married for 23 years with nine kids, brings her own compelling story of dating post-divorce. 💡 We discuss our beliefs about men, dating and motherhood, and dating apps. I dove in head-first, while Quinn was more cautious. 🌊 Quinn also shares her tra...
Jul 09, 2024•2 hr 37 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast #21: Hey beautiful souls! 🌟 In Part Two of our series on affairs, we'll explore the history of marriage, societal expectations, and the five biggest mistakes husbands make when discovering an affair. These insights will help you understand more of the nuances around affairs and potentially give you an episode to share with your husband. Beyond individual marriages, we’re redefining what's acceptable in relationships as a whole in our culture. Centuries of inequality and hidden abuse t...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast #20: Hello, my lovelies! 💖 This is the episode many of you have been waiting for! After a few bumps in the road, I’m back at the mic, grounded and ready to dive into the intricate topic of affairs. In this two-part series, we’ll break down the pros and cons of affairs with a realistic approach. Remember, these are just thoughts and stories, so always check in with your inner truth. 💡 We’ll explore the messy and complex world of infidelity, its impact on personal growth, and what choosing an af...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast #19: Hey beautiful souls! 🌟 Welcome back to another inspiring episode! Today is extra special because I’m kicking off a series of interviews with past clients by chatting with none other than my best friend, Quinn Otrera. 💖 Quinn’s about to launch her podcast, "The Post-Divorce Glow Up Show," and it’s going to be amazing! 🎙️ Quinn has been my personal coach for over two years, guiding me through thick and thin. She’s my go-to for all things mind and heart, and I can’t wait for you t...
Jun 04, 2024•2 hr 37 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast #18: Hey beautiful souls! 💖 Join me as we dive into reclaiming our true selves, inspired by *Women Who Run with the Wolves*, Chapter 9. We'll explore how societal pressures cause us to lose touch with our soul skins and share stories of personal journeys back to authenticity. Discover the importance of following your inner call, even when the path is unclear, and hear an exciting announcement about an upcoming episode on the impact of affairs on our true selves. 📅 If you're yearning ...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast #17: Hello, my lovelies! 🌟 It's been a couple of weeks, and I’ve been diving deep into the complex topic of affairs. This journey has been so enriching that it might turn into two episodes! 🎙️ In today’s episode, I share insights from recent 90-minute coaching intensives. 🧠💫 One client needed to overcome guilt and people-pleasing with a "man-child" husband, while another struggled with deep-rooted anxiety, realizing her issues ran deeper than her marriage. 🌱 These sessions hi...
May 21, 2024•26 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast #16: Hey there! Picture this: stormy clouds outside my office, perfectly aligning with today's intense podcast topic. We're diving deep into the heart of love, exploring the difference between true love and manipulation. 💔 Love isn't about sacrificing your truth. It's about owning your journey and respecting boundaries. From client stories to my own, we're unraveling the myths and revealing raw truths. 💖 Through it all, I've learned love means trust, respect, and ...
Apr 30, 2024•50 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast #15: In this episode, I explore the inherently messy nature of human life and how this concept applies to the difficult decision of divorce. I share insights from my personal life and professional experience as a coach to de-stigmatize the complexities and messiness associated with considering divorce. I discuss the importance of accepting the multifaceted aspects of our personalities and desires, the value of self-awareness and embracing our shadows, and the transformative potential of acknowle...
Apr 23, 2024•45 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast #14: In this episode, I delve into the hidden costs of staying in a marriage that no longer serves you. While fearing divorce is natural, staying put comes with its own negatives often overlooked. 🚪 Drawing from personal and client experiences, I reveal the emotional toll of remaining in a draining relationship. From endless fights to missed growth opportunities, each moment in a toxic marriage chips away at your vitality. 🌱 I share candidly about my journey, emphasizing the importance of reco...
Apr 16, 2024•45 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast #13: 🎙️ Join me on this episode as I explore relationships, attachment styles, and the transformative power of finding a secure partner. Reflecting on my own journey and client experiences, I illustrate and emphasize the importance of individual healing within relationships and why I believe personal growth is essential for both partners. We'll dive even deeper into attachment styles and their impact on relationships, including my experiences with anxious and avoidant behaviors. I'll ...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast #12: 🌟 Welcome back, lovely souls! 🌟 Join me as we delve into attachment theory and its impact on relationships. 📚✨ Discover anxious, avoidant, and secure attachment styles, and learn to navigate them with wisdom and self-awareness. 💔💖🌹 Unpack personal stories and insights, exploring the journey from anxious to secure attachments. 🌱 Plus, get a sneak peek into next week's episode where we'll explore the transformative power of secure partnerships. ✨ Ready to dive in? Let's ...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast #11: Hey beautiful souls, ✨In this episode, we delve into Unmanaged Complex PTSD and exploring emotional flashbacks and toxic shame. Drawing insights from "Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving" by Pete Walker, we uncover their impact on our journey. It's not about blame but recognizing the past trauma's impact, offering a path to healing and self-love. I'll share raw truths about surrendering the salvation fantasy, redefining love, and fostering resilience within. Jo...
Feb 27, 2024•52 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast #10: In this episode I'll share my journey with repressed memories and how unveiling these and my childhood trauma has helped me develop resilience, compassion, and unwavering strength. 🦋✨ I'll touch briefly on Complex PTSD (CPTSD) and challenge societal disbelief as I share insights into the dissolution of the False Memory Syndrome Foundation in 2019. 🚫💭 For me this is a call to arms against victim-shaming and disbelief culture. 🛡️ Your truth matters and I want to create more spac...
Feb 20, 2024•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast #9: A dear friend recently shared with me the concept of having a "mindset of storytelling" and it's a game-changer. Join me on a journey through her inspiring story highlighting the power of framing our experiences. Together we'll explore the crucial choice of lenses through which we view our lives—tragedy or triumph, victim or victor, and the realization is powerful: our experiences don't define us; it's how we interpret and tell our stories that shape our journey...
Feb 06, 2024•34 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast #8: Join me as we navigate the pitfalls of comparison, embrace our unique paths, and celebrate the beauty of individual journeys. 🌿 Unpack the roots of comparison, acknowledging its natural presence in human experience. Release shame and recognize it as part of our evolutionary biology. 📚 Discover empowering reads like "Women Who Run with the Wolves" to deepen your understanding of internal lives and personal journeys. 👭 Surround yourself with inspiring women who encourage authentic...
Jan 30, 2024•29 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast #7: Ever felt the weight of guilt while considering a different path? You're not alone, and we're about to untangle the threads of this societal programming. 💡 Unveiling the roots: Patriarchy. Yes, that P-word. Join me on a profound exploration of its influence on our choices, unraveling the intricate dance of staying or bravely deciding to move forward. 🔄 Stimulus, thought, feeling, response: the magic formula of emotional intelligence. Get ready for some mind-expanding insights int...
Jan 23, 2024•25 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast #6: Come along as I share the three reasons I've chosen to focus specifically on this part of your journey. 💔 Reflecting on my fresh post-divorce struggles, I reveal the power of neutrality and the importance of allowing you the time to find your own answers. Avoid the pressure of external voices and embrace the in-between space of self-discovery. 💖 Unveil the magic of personal change during the decision process and discover how it can breathe new life into your relationship. Learn from a...
Jan 16, 2024•25 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast #5: Embrace the Cycle of Life and Death. In this episode, we delve into the profound dance between life and death, challenging the conventional fear and discomfort surrounding the latter. 💔 Grieving and Growing: Explore the complexities of grief and the simultaneous birth of new experiences. Learn how allowing yourself to grieve opens space for new opportunities and how acknowledging the ebb and flow of emotions is essential for a fulfilling life. 🌱 Your Garden of Life: Picture your life as a ...
Jan 09, 2024•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast #4: Dive deep into the changing landscape of marriage in this eye-opening episode! As a guide on your journey, I share my personal experiences growing up in a culture that emphasized long-lasting marriages and how my own path led me to question this traditional belief. Together we will: 🤔💖 Explore the idea that measuring the success of a marriage solely by its duration may overlook the crucial element of quality. 🔄🌍 Unpack the impact of the evolving world on relationships and my theory that ...
Jan 09, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast #3: For those who've been contemplating divorce and are feeling stuck, you're not alone. It's a very common theme amongst the women I coach and these three tips are here to get you moving forward in important ways. I delve into the profound importance of making yourself the priority and how your most powerful asset is a healthy, fulfilled you. You'll discover why the people you surround yourself with matter. From authors to coaches and friends, pay attention to those who reso...
Dec 10, 2023•28 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast #2: Join me on a journey through time as we delve into the past and present in this second episode of The Stay or Go Podcast. Recorded a year and a half apart from the first, these episodes mirror the ebb and flow of life, reflecting the unpredictability of our human experiences. I'll take you through the monumental growth period I unexpectedly entered after recording the introduction episode. Life threw challenges my way—some heavy, some transformative. From the passing of my mother to pan...
Dec 09, 2023•20 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast #1: Step into this first episode with me, Britta Jo, your guide and confidante as I share an overview of what this podcast focuses on including breaking free from fear-based narratives around divorce, embracing your authenticity so you can live life fully, realizing how shame and guilt actually keep you stuck, rethinking affairs, and much more. Later, I dive into my own story going from a deeply ingrained religious identity to the profound decision to divorce. My goal is to take an authentic app...
Dec 08, 2023•21 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 
