The Date Brazen Podcast Lily Womble

In this episode, we dive deep into the empowering world of Essence-Based Preferences (EBPs). EBPs aren't just preferences but a revolutionary act of self-ownership and empowerment. It's all about embracing what you want without any apologies or self-judgment.
This episode is about defining your desires and creating a bold action plan that aligns with your deepest desires. Join us as we revolutionize the dating game and empower ourselves to attract nothing but the best. Let's do this! 🔥
You’ll learn:
Let's get one thing straight - it's your absolute right to choose who you want to be with Owning your EBPs is a feminist act. It's about flipping the script and putting yourself at the center of your dating universe. Bye-bye, antiquated norms! EBPs are the answer to attracting the best partner in your life Under vs. Over-Functioning Preferences: It's all about finding that sweet spot. Too little? You're selling yourself short. Too much? You're losing sight of your true desires.   Links:
Lily’s book, Thank You More Please, is available for preorder right now and you can grab it and the preorder bonuses with this link!
Free Training With Lily Womble on May 7th! 3 Steps to Attract the Right Partner With a Joyful as Fuck Dating Life
Creating Your Essence-Based Preferences Comprehensive Guide
Show notes:
http://datebrazen.com/blog/owning-your-preferences
 

Ever wondered how to bounce back after a significant breakup? This week, Danielle, one of our Brazen Breakthrough clients, opens up about her journey through healing and self-discovery. She reflects on her past relationships and how she redefined her intentions and boundaries to rediscover herself. This episode is a testament to self-compassion, offering dating insights and profound thoughts on personal growth and finding joy.
We get into:
How Danielle realized she wasn’t getting what she truly wanted in dating  Breaking patterns of complacency and shrinking away from what you want Shifting from second-guessing yourself to trusting your intuition The lessons and takeaways from Brazen Breakthrough that help Danielle show up and support others (and herself) The impact on Danielle’s dating life, including creating stronger boundaries and dating with intention The act of reclaiming your sense of Self  Links:
Free Training With Lily Womble on May 7th! 3 Steps to Attract the Right Partner With a Joyful as Fuck Dating Life

The Brazen Breakthrough Waitlist
Show notes:

http://datebrazen.com/blog/hard-breakups-to-joyful-af-dating-life
 

Did you know you’re most attractive when you are authentically you? Well, that’s precisely what this week’s guest, Therapy Jeff, says! Jeff Guenther, known as Therapy Jeff, joins Lily for a conversation about the intricacies of modern dating, the evolution of therapy in the age of social media, and authentic self-expression. 
Therapy Jeff's insights on modern dating and mental health are a breath of fresh air. In a world saturated with dating advice and unrealistic expectations, his book, 'Big Dating Energy,' offers a refreshing perspective: that lasting love stems from embracing one's authentic self. In an era of self-doubt and comparison, Jeff reminds us that we are inherently lovable and deserving of genuine connection.
We get into:
What dating advice/problems/framing Jeff’s book, Big Dating Energy, aims to solve Addressing beliefs like “It’s my fault, or I’m not good enough.”  The idea of feminine and masculine energy and the notion of “not being in your feminine enough.” Cognitive overload and how to get in touch with your intention when using social media or dating apps Links:
Lily’s book, Thank You More Please, is available for preorder right now and you can grab it and the preorder bonuses with this link!
Jeff’s book, Big Dating Energy
Therapy Jeff’s website
Therapy Jeff on TikTok
Therapy Jeff on Instagram
Show notes:
http://datebrazen.com/blog/big-dating-energy-with-therapy-jeff
 

Nervous about sending a DM to a cutie or asking somebody on a date? If you answered yes, then this week’s episode is for you.   Lily explores the mindset shifts and practical steps needed to step out of your comfort zone and shoot your shot! Whether it's sliding into those DMs or asking someone out face-to-face, this episode is your guide to overcoming the nerves and getting what you want. 
Grab your pen and paper, and get ready to take notes. By the end of this episode, you'll be ready to revolutionize your approach to dating. Asking for more of what you want leads to more of what you desire. This episode is part strategy and part hype. You’ve got this and Lily’s got your back! 
You’ll learn:
“The only thing separating you from getting what you want is your willingness to ask for it out loud.” Shooting your shot is about giving your permission to be the main character of your story How to get over the paralyzing fear of asking for what you want The role permission, self-trust, and courageous action play when shooting your shot It’s not about doing it perfectly. It’s about doing the thing. Your job is to pursue what you want, trust your desire, and take messy, courageous action toward those desires. Links:
Pre-order Lily’s upcoming book, Thank You, More Please!
Show notes:
http://datebrazen.com/blog/shooting-your-shot-challenge
 

We're diving into the intersection of body liberation, white supremacy, and dating with the incredible Jessica Wilson, MS. RD. As the author of "It's Always Been Ours: Rewriting the Story of Black Women's Bodies," Jessica brings her expertise as a dietitian, storyteller, and community organizer to the forefront. Together, Lily and Jessica explore the interplay between shrinking our bodies in response to white supremacy and shrinking our desires, unpacking how Black and Brown women can reclaim their body liberation and prioritize care in the dating world.
We get into:
The interplay between shrinking our bodies in response to white supremacy and shrinking our desires Jessica’s view on how Black and Brown women can reclaim their body liberation and prioritize care in the process of putting themselves out there in dating “Your body is not the problem,”  Spaces to seek out body liberation support and community How do we set boundaries for those, not on the same page or path with body liberation?  Jessica’s favorite moment of Black Joy since writing her book Links:
Pre-order Lily’s upcoming book, Thank You, More Please!
Jessica’s website
Jessica’s book, It’s Always Been Ours

Show notes:
http://datebrazen.com/blog/body-liberation-dating-and-black-joy-with-jessica-wilson
 

Trigger warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide.

You are worthy. If you need more convincing, this week’s episode is not to miss. Tara Schuster, author of Glow in the F*cking Dark: Simple Practices to Heal Your Soul from Someone Who Learned the Hard Way, joins Lily on the show! In the book and throughout this conversation, Tara shares practical steps to liberate yourself from emotional suffering, heal your past, and own your future.
Tara served as Vice President of Talent and Development at Comedy Central, where she was the executive in charge of critically acclaimed shows such as the Emmy and Peabody Award–winning Key & Peele, the Emmy® Award winning @Midnight (now After Midnight on CBS) amongst many others. Over the last twelve years, Tara has spent her “10,000 hours” on the other side of the couch studying philosophy, therapies, religions, and even memoirs of the adults she admired so that she could find emotional freedom from a neglectful and psychologically abusive childhood.

Lily and Tara get into:
“It’s not magic having a different life. You can’t sit back and wait for it to happen; you have to work for it.” What inspired Tara to write Glow in the F*cking Dark and its mission: the practice of finding your essential self. Thoughts and advice for overcoming lack of self-trust and self-criticism  Tara shares her self-compassion party trick! How Tara got to a place to make decisions rooted in her own best interest, especially in dating Links:
Pre-order Lily’s upcoming book, Thank You, More Please!
Get Instant Access to Creating a Confident and Joyful-as-f**k Dating Life That Makes the Right Relationship Inevitable
Glow in the F*cking Dark, Tara Schuster
Tara’s website
Tara on Instagram
The Loveland Foundation
Show notes: 
http://datebrazen.com/blog/glow-in-the-dark-with-tara-schuster