Dear Listeners,I can't believe I am releasing the last Something Better episode, but after months of life balance challenges, heartfelt prayer and listening (meditation) I feel certain that it is time for me to let go of Something Better, and with a heavy heart I bid you farewell. I thought I could reshape a plan and trim the hours I put in but as my dad used to say, "there is no substitute for hard work" and attempting to do the podcast along with music and yoga has taxed me in some pretty disruptive ways. Like I always say, I attend my own lectures. So now, I'm the one surrendering. I am so glad to introduce you to Tosha Silver on this episode because she is absolutely there for you through her forum, online classes, books, and all other resources on her website www.toshasilver.com, and let me tell you....if I introduced you to surrender, Tosha will take it to a 3-D experience for you! You are in good hands, and it is all working out. Tosha's work truly changed my life.I am not going anywhere...please stay in touch via www.amyloftus.com and @iamamyloftus on instagram.Please know I consider it a privilege that my ideas and experiences have played in your cars, and your ear buds...you've taken me on walks and considered spiritual solutions. That means the world to me. Thank you. I love you for listening and I wish you deep, fulfilling happiness and heartfelt love for yourself. Best wishes,Amy

Dear Listeners, I can't believe I am releasing the last Something Better episode, but after months of life balance challenges, heartfelt prayer and listening (meditation) I feel certain that it is time for me to let go of Something Better, and with a heavy heart I bid you farewell. I thought I could reshape a plan and trim the hours I put in but as my dad used to say, "there is no substitute for hard work" and attempting to do the podcast along with music and yoga has taxed me in some pretty disruptive ways. Like I always say, I attend my own lectures. So now, I'm the one surrendering. I am so glad to introduce you to Tosha Silver on this episode because she is absolutely there for you through her forum, online classes, books, and all other resources on her website <a href="http://www.toshasilver.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.toshasilver.com</a>, and let me tell you....if I introduced you to surrender, Tosha will take it to a 3-D experience for you! You are in good hands, and it is all working out. Tosha's work truly changed my life. I am not going anywhere...please stay in touch via <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> and @iamamyloftus on instagram. Please know I consider it a privilege that my ideas and experiences have played in your cars, and your ear buds...you've taken me on walks and considered spiritual solutions. That means the world to me. Thank you. I love you for listening and I wish you deep, fulfilling happiness and heartfelt love for yourself. Best wishes, Amy

The Farewell Episode with Tosha Silver

Dixie Laite

Re-issue; original post date 1/2/2018Host Amy Loftus asks writer, speaker and digital marketing strategist Dixie Laite about the journey that led to the moment she met her husband in NYC, and they discuss trusting in a Divine Universal Order. Follow Dixie in Martha Beck's O magazine column beginning in the January 2018 issue. The blog that inspired this interview: https://www.dixielaite.com/single-post/2016/05/10/Want-Love-Dig-Ditches-Buy-UnderwearJoin our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

Re-issue; original post date 1/2/2018 Host Amy Loftus asks writer, speaker and digital marketing strategist Dixie Laite about the journey that led to the moment she met her husband in NYC, and they discuss trusting in a Divine Universal Order. Follow Dixie in Martha Beck's O magazine column beginning in the January 2018 issue. The blog that inspired this interview: <a href="https://www.dixielaite.com/single-post/2016/05/10/Want-Love-Dig-Ditches-Buy-Underwear" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dixielaite.com/single-post/2016/05/10/Want-Love-Dig-Ditches-Buy-Underwear</a> Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Keeping the Faith with Dixie Laite

Re-issue: Original post date Sept 25, 2018 In this episode, host Amy Loftus goes in depth into a few questions from the quiz and answer key she developed based on research, and experience with coaching women. If you are flip flopping or confused on which behaviors match the corresponding inner energy of masculine or feminine (we are all both, but one is prominent) then not only will the quiz clarify, the answer key will explain everything. All you have to do is sign up for the mailing list and you can take it, and if you are already on the email list, no problem, just put your email in and we have got you covered.Enjoy learning!!www.somethingbetterpodcast.comsomethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comJoin our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

Re-issue: Original post date Sept 25, 2018 In this episode, host Amy Loftus goes in depth into a few questions from the quiz and answer key she developed based on research, and experience with coaching women. If you are flip flopping or confused on which behaviors match the corresponding inner energy of masculine or feminine (we are all both, but one is prominent) then not only will the quiz clarify, the answer key will explain everything. All you have to do is sign up for the mailing list and you can take it, and if you are already on the email list, no problem, just put your email in and we have got you covered. Enjoy learning!! <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Which Energy is Prominent for You? Take the Quiz!

Re-issue, original post date: Oct 2, 2018My elementary school-age nieces visited my studio last summer and weighed in briefly on their experience of their feminine energy- I thought it may inspire. In this episode I go into my experience opening up to spiritual solutions as I entered a constant conversation with the Universe, (or Source as you understand it, whatever you call it; Jesus, Buddha, God, Hashem....) I believe it communicates back! I highly recommend you try it. As you nurture your awareness and consciousness around masculine and feminine energies, I offered some suggestions on developing behaviors. www.somethingbetterpodcast.comsomethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comCheck @somethingbetterpodcast IG to see the OK2BKRZ photo, hear some more details on some of my dating experiences, and get a Yin/Yang behaviors "homework" assignment! www.instagram.com/iamamyloftusJoin our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

Re-issue, original post date: Oct 2, 2018 My elementary school-age nieces visited my studio last summer and weighed in briefly on their experience of their feminine energy- I thought it may inspire. In this episode I go into my experience opening up to spiritual solutions as I entered a constant conversation with the Universe, (or Source as you understand it, whatever you call it; Jesus, Buddha, God, Hashem....) I believe it communicates back! I highly recommend you try it. As you nurture your awareness and consciousness around masculine and feminine energies, I offered some suggestions on developing behaviors. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> Check @somethingbetterpodcast IG to see the OK2BKRZ photo, hear some more details on some of my dating experiences, and get a Yin/Yang behaviors "homework" assignment! <a href="http://www.instagram.com/iamamyloftus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/iamamyloftus</a> Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

OK2BKRZ: Yin (Feminine) and Yang (Masculine) Behaviors

The last episode of season 2 touches on what's coming in Season 3 as Amy re-commits to the original mission of the podcast: being there for women in the unexpected circumstance of attracting a partner later in life. Join our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

The last episode of season 2 touches on what's coming in Season 3 as Amy re-commits to the original mission of the podcast: being there for women in the unexpected circumstance of attracting a partner later in life. Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Single Girl Revival

The truth about focusing on others as if they are your ticket to happiness is...it’s a mental prison. The only way to really be free is to take full responsibility for the one you CAN change and make choices for: yourself. That almost always means letting others go. (Even your kids.) Join our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

The truth about focusing on others as if they are your ticket to happiness is...it’s a mental prison. The only way to really be free is to take full responsibility for the one you CAN change and make choices for: yourself. That almost always means letting others go. (Even your kids.) Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Personal Responsibility Means Letting Others Go

Carrie Stickel

Some of you already know Carrie as our lovable and enthusiastic Content Coordinator. Well, she’s also an SB gal and openly shares in this episode on the realities of her personal growth since listening to the podcast.Join our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

Some of you already know Carrie as our lovable and enthusiastic Content Coordinator. Well, she’s also an SB gal and openly shares in this episode on the realities of her personal growth since listening to the podcast. Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Girlfriend Talk with Carrie Stickel

This episode is on a quote I saw on Jim Carrey’s Twitter:“The word depressed can be spoken as deep rest. We can choose to view depression not as a mental illness but as a state of deep rest, a spiritual exhaustion that we enter into you when we are de-pressed  (pressed down) by the weight of the false self, the mask, the mind-made up story of “me”. We long to stop pretending and express our raw truth! To give voice to our secret loneliness, our shame, our broken hearts, boredom and brilliant rage! Depression’s call to truth needs to be listened to and understood, not analyzed or medicated away. There is no shame in your exhaustion. We are all exhausted, my love. Slow down today. Allow yourself to rest, deeply. And weep. And breathe. And begin again, now. I say our depression is holy- it contains the seeds of new life -Jeff FosterJoin our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

This episode is on a quote I saw on Jim Carrey’s Twitter: “The word depressed can be spoken as deep rest. We can choose to view depression not as a mental illness but as a state of deep rest, a spiritual exhaustion that we enter into you when we are de-pressed (pressed down) by the weight of the false self, the mask, the mind-made up story of “me”. We long to stop pretending and express our raw truth! To give voice to our secret loneliness, our shame, our broken hearts, boredom and brilliant rage! Depression’s call to truth needs to be listened to and understood, not analyzed or medicated away. There is no shame in your exhaustion. We are all exhausted, my love. Slow down today. Allow yourself to rest, deeply. And weep. And breathe. And begin again, now. I say our depression is holy- it contains the seeds of new life -Jeff Foster Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Depression: Deep Rest

Jennifer Arnise

Author, speaker, coach and podcaster Jennifer Arnise absolutely widened my mind through this conversation. I thought I was getting on a call about emotional growth regardless of background; that our wounds are our wounds, and we are all walking each other home. What I came to accept is, while that may be true, in particular, between white and black women—this can only take place AFTER trust is earned and our very different histories are honored, acknowledged, and respected. Even though I listened through this conversation afterwards and considered edits, I did not edit. I want to share a klunky, messy conversation about racial tension, history, reparations and healing— without any shellacked sheen—in the hopes I can encourage women of color and white women everywhere to have these conversations too. I kept the title as is because I want you to know what her mission is and what her book is about, however this episode is about much more.Join our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

Author, speaker, coach and podcaster Jennifer Arnise absolutely widened my mind through this conversation. I thought I was getting on a call about emotional growth regardless of background; that our wounds are our wounds, and we are all walking each other home. What I came to accept is, while that may be true, in particular, between white and black women—this can only take place AFTER trust is earned and our very different histories are honored, acknowledged, and respected. Even though I listened through this conversation afterwards and considered edits, I did not edit. I want to share a klunky, messy conversation about racial tension, history, reparations and healing— without any shellacked sheen—in the hopes I can encourage women of color and white women everywhere to have these conversations too. I kept the title as is because I want you to know what her mission is and what her book is about, however this episode is about much more. Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Healing the Mother with Jennifer Arnise

Michael Frontier

I have spoken to Michael Frontier twice in my life so far and both times I encountered remarkable insights and shifts. I wanted to make his wonderful energy known to my listeners. He also has his own podcast in addition to working as an intuitive healer, and can be found online at www.michaelfrontier.com . He has been with his husband for over two decades so it was fun to test out inner energies regardless of gender with him!Join our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

I have spoken to Michael Frontier twice in my life so far and both times I encountered remarkable insights and shifts. I wanted to make his wonderful energy known to my listeners. He also has his own podcast in addition to working as an intuitive healer, and can be found online at <a href="http://www.michaelfrontier.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.michaelfrontier.com</a> . He has been with his husband for over two decades so it was fun to test out inner energies regardless of gender with him! Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

Intuitive Healer Michael Frontier

Inspired by the staggering statistic that over half of American women are living without a spouse for the first time in history, Something Better is singer/songwriter Amy Loftus’ solution to exploring behaviors aligned with the inner masculine and feminine energies that helped her find true love. Amy believes conscious use of these energies is not only how to attract lasting love, but how to maintain a healthy happy marriage.

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Sheryl Paul

Informed by the Jungian depth psychological tradition through her graduate training and particularly the work of Marion Woodman and Robert Johnson, Sheryl Paul is a devotee of the unconscious. She says "our culture tells us that anxiety is the problem but the truth is that it’s the distress flare signaling that it’s time to slow down and discover what needs attention in the interior realms of self. When we shift our mindset from one that sees anxiety as the problem and evidence of brokenness to one that views it as a gift filled with wisdom, everything changes."Through her books, online courses, private sessions, and blog, Sheryl has guided thousands of people worldwide. Alanis Morissette says Sheryl has been a teacher, a sister, and an inspiring visionary in her life since her twenties. Sheryl has appeared on “The Oprah Winfrey Show”, “Good Morning America” and other top media shows, and in publications around the globe. Her new book, "The Wisdom of Anxiety: How Worry and Intrusive Thoughts are Gifts to Help You Heal," will be published by Sounds True this month.Find out more about Sheryl here:https://conscious-transitions.com/Join our growing online podcast community:https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/ www.somethingbetterpodcast.comemail Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comUpcoming FREE online event: SUPPORT FOR SINGLES in a LIVE ZOOM call with Amy on Higher Purpose DatingSat. May 18 12pmPST 3pmEST For more info: check instagram @iamamyloftus @somethingbetterpodcast or the FB fan pageFor even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FBGoogle voice line: 323-999-1536

Informed by the Jungian depth psychological tradition through her graduate training and particularly the work of Marion Woodman and Robert Johnson, Sheryl Paul is a devotee of the unconscious. She says "our culture tells us that anxiety is the problem but the truth is that it’s the distress flare signaling that it’s time to slow down and discover what needs attention in the interior realms of self. When we shift our mindset from one that sees anxiety as the problem and evidence of brokenness to one that views it as a gift filled with wisdom, everything changes." Through her books, online courses, private sessions, and blog, Sheryl has guided thousands of people worldwide. Alanis Morissette says Sheryl has been a teacher, a sister, and an inspiring visionary in her life since her twenties. Sheryl has appeared on “The Oprah Winfrey Show”, “Good Morning America” and other top media shows, and in publications around the globe. Her new book, "The Wisdom of Anxiety: How Worry and Intrusive Thoughts are Gifts to Help You Heal," will be published by Sounds True this month. Find out more about Sheryl here: <a href="https://conscious-transitions.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://conscious-transitions.com/</a> Join our growing online podcast community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast/</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> email Amy: somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> Upcoming FREE online event: SUPPORT FOR SINGLES in a LIVE ZOOM call with Amy on Higher Purpose Dating Sat. May 18 12pmPST 3pmEST For more info: check instagram @iamamyloftus @somethingbetterpodcast or the FB fan page For even more support, join our growing secret FB page by messaging Amy on FB Google voice line: 323-999-1536

The Wisdom of Anxiety with Sheryl Paul

Claire Bidwell Smith

Claire Bidwell Smith is an author and grief therapist with an incredible story she has openly shared to help others get to the "other side of" grief. She is the author of several books including "The Rules of Inheritance" which we discussed in this episode and also the upcoming "Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief" due this fall. Claire not only shares her experience of grief in young adulthood, but she recently found love at 39 and is open about how fearlessly feeling the grief from her divorce led her to an unexpected union with her new husband and his three children, blended with her two daughers (with one child on the way!). Visit Claire's warm online community at www.clairebidwellsmith.com somethingbetterpodcast.comIf you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review about why you did! Thank you for listening.

Claire Bidwell Smith is an author and grief therapist with an incredible story she has openly shared to help others get to the "other side of" grief. She is the author of several books including "The Rules of Inheritance" which we discussed in this episode and also the upcoming "Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief" due this fall. Claire not only shares her experience of grief in young adulthood, but she recently found love at 39 and is open about how fearlessly feeling the grief from her divorce led her to an unexpected union with her new husband and his three children, blended with her two daughers (with one child on the way!). Visit Claire's warm online community at <a href="http://www.clairebidwellsmith.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.clairebidwellsmith.com</a> <a href="http://somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review about why you did! Thank you for listening.

An Interview with Claire Bidwell Smith

Inspired by the staggering statistic that over half of American women are living without a spouse for the first time in history, Something Better is host Amy Loftus’ exploration of harnessing the behaviors aligned with inner masculine and feminine energies that could be the reason women today to get what they want in the workplace, at the expense of romantic fulfillment. Amy believes conscious use of these energies is how to attract and keep real, lasting love.9/12/17Are you in your late thirties, or early forties and 100% confident addressing men at your high pressure job but terrified of making eye contact and smiling at a handsome man in an elevator?Do you have your own home, your own bank account, frozen eggs, a prosperous job with amazing benefits, and zero romantic prospects?Are you longing for your husband to be more assertive but telling him how to drive and complaining that he’s like an extra kid? Are you a single woman and secretly mad at all men?Are you a woman in a marriage that feels dead, and can’t find the spark you once had?Did the women’s movement offer us professional direction at the expense of our personal lives?What if I showed you how much power you have on the inside? What if I told you that you can turn all of your most frustrating situations around completely with the use of gifts and tools you already have, built in?We are creating a community to share and support each other. facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcastThanks to Audible for supporting our podcast.  Get a free audiobook with a free 30 day trial at audible.com/better.

Inspired by the staggering statistic that over half of American women are living without a spouse for the first time in history, Something Better is host Amy Loftus’ exploration of harnessing the behaviors aligned with inner masculine and feminine energies that could be the reason women today to get what they want in the workplace, at the expense of romantic fulfillment. Amy believes conscious use of these energies is how to attract and keep real, lasting love. 9/12/17 Are you in your late thirties, or early forties and 100% confident addressing men at your high pressure job but terrified of making eye contact and smiling at a handsome man in an elevator? Do you have your own home, your own bank account, frozen eggs, a prosperous job with amazing benefits, and zero romantic prospects? Are you longing for your husband to be more assertive but telling him how to drive and complaining that he’s like an extra kid? Are you a single woman and secretly mad at all men? Are you a woman in a marriage that feels dead, and can’t find the spark you once had? Did the women’s movement offer us professional direction at the expense of our personal lives? What if I showed you how much power you have on the inside? What if I told you that you can turn all of your most frustrating situations around completely with the use of gifts and tools you already have, built in? We are creating a community to share and support each other. <a href="http://facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/somethingbetterpodcast</a> Thanks to Audible for supporting our podcast. Get a free audiobook with a free 30 day trial at <a href="http://audible.com/better" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">audible.com/better</a>.

#2 Masculine and Feminine Principles

Pat Allen

Dr. Pat Allen says her book "Getting to I Do" made the bestseller list because women bought it twice- it made them so mad they threw it out the first time and had to go back and buy it again. Amy's first interviewed guest on Something Better, Dr. Pat Allen, has devoted 42 years to helping men and women learn to express their wants and needs with integrity and honesty, and to recognize and avoid the damaging ploys of intimidation and seduction. Pat has been a frequent guest on dozens of TV shows. Oprah has said that many of her friends won’t make a move without Dr. Pat Allen’s guidance.” Pat has said "the women’s movement brought us independence, but it did not bring us love" and  "some of the things I teach about male/female relationships have often been called politically incorrect….but they are scientifically accurate. And they work."

Dr. Pat Allen says her book "Getting to I Do" made the bestseller list because women bought it twice- it made them so mad they threw it out the first time and had to go back and buy it again. Amy's first interviewed guest on Something Better, Dr. Pat Allen, has devoted 42 years to helping men and women learn to express their wants and needs with integrity and honesty, and to recognize and avoid the damaging ploys of intimidation and seduction. Pat has been a frequent guest on dozens of TV shows. Oprah has said that many of her friends won’t make a move without Dr. Pat Allen’s guidance.” Pat has said "the women’s movement brought us independence, but it did not bring us love" and "some of the things I teach about male/female relationships have often been called politically incorrect….but they are scientifically accurate. And they work."

#3 The Three Cs with Dr. Pat Allen

Jen Smith

Jen Smith is a yoga teacher, writer, the Director of a busy Yoga Retreat and Event Club, a Fitness Director for Equinox, a wife, mom, and stepmom. An expert at unity, bringing the true meaning of yoga to one practitioner at a time, she is a leading light in the spiritual and yoga community of Los Angeles. She is also Amy's friend. Amy and Jen were awestruck by their parallel lives, when they both happened to be dating men who were also parents to two boys, age 6 and 8, eventually marrying and becoming stepmoms. On this episode, they share a conversation that reflects their years-long journey of supporting each other through their commitment to consciousness- as they navigate the challenges and nuances of blended family life.www.retreatyourselfwell.com www.somethingbetterpodcast.comsomethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

Jen Smith is a yoga teacher, writer, the Director of a busy Yoga Retreat and Event Club, a Fitness Director for Equinox, a wife, mom, and stepmom. An expert at unity, bringing the true meaning of yoga to one practitioner at a time, she is a leading light in the spiritual and yoga community of Los Angeles. She is also Amy's friend. Amy and Jen were awestruck by their parallel lives, when they both happened to be dating men who were also parents to two boys, age 6 and 8, eventually marrying and becoming stepmoms. On this episode, they share a conversation that reflects their years-long journey of supporting each other through their commitment to consciousness- as they navigate the challenges and nuances of blended family life. <a href="http://www.retreatyourselfwell.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.retreatyourselfwell.com</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

This Is My Love Story: A Conversation With Jen Smith on The Blended Family

Jill Miller

Jill Miller is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds of fitness, yoga, massage, athletics and pain management. She is known as the Teacher’s Teacher and has trained thousands of movement educators, clinicians, and manual therapists to incorporate her paradigm shifting self-care fitness programming into athletic and medical facility programs internationally. She has crafted original programs for 24 Hour Fitness, Equinox, YogaWorks, and numerous professional sports teams. She and her team of 500+ trainers help you to live better in your body.Amy interviews Jill, an inspiration in self care and a "Something Better" gal who is full of hope and experience in finding lasting and fulfilling love.

Jill Miller is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds of fitness, yoga, massage, athletics and pain management. She is known as the Teacher’s Teacher and has trained thousands of movement educators, clinicians, and manual therapists to incorporate her paradigm shifting self-care fitness programming into athletic and medical facility programs internationally. She has crafted original programs for 24 Hour Fitness, Equinox, YogaWorks, and numerous professional sports teams. She and her team of 500+ trainers help you to live better in your body. Amy interviews Jill, an inspiration in self care and a "Something Better" gal who is full of hope and experience in finding lasting and fulfilling love.

#4 Deep Self Care with Jill Miller

Gabby Reece

Gabby Reece is a world renowned athlete and a New York Times bestselling author. She's the founder of XPT Life Performance Training with her husband, big wave surfer and Innovator Laird Hamilton, and the mother of three daughters. Her New York Times bestseller "My Foot is Too Big for the Glass Slipper" is on the www.somethingbetterpodcast.com reading list and was one of the books that inspired the creation of Something Better Podcast. Gabby is grounded, open and conscious of the ordinary within an  extraordinary life of adventure, good fortune and expertise. Her relatable willingness to share about family life and what it is like to be an empowered woman who consciously chooses to exercise feminine energy in her marriage is attractive and potent. www.somethingbetterpodcast.comThanks to Care/of for supporting Something Better. For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins, visit takecareof.com and enter promo code better.

Gabby Reece is a world renowned athlete and a New York Times bestselling author. She's the founder of XPT Life Performance Training with her husband, big wave surfer and Innovator Laird Hamilton, and the mother of three daughters. Her New York Times bestseller "My Foot is Too Big for the Glass Slipper" is on the <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> reading list and was one of the books that inspired the creation of Something Better Podcast. Gabby is grounded, open and conscious of the ordinary within an extraordinary life of adventure, good fortune and expertise. Her relatable willingness to share about family life and what it is like to be an empowered woman who consciously chooses to exercise feminine energy in her marriage is attractive and potent. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> Thanks to Care/of for supporting Something Better. For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins, visit <a href="http://takecareof.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">takecareof.com</a> and enter promo code better.

An Interview with Gabby Reece

This week host Amy Loftus is joined by Rich Jacques, a Grammy winning singer/songwriter and producer who produced the song you hear when you tune into the podcast, "Sweetest Surrender"!Rich and Amy consider the idea of "breaking up" with family members or anyone with whom you may be playing out stagnant patterns that block you from realizing your personal relationship dreams and desires.www.somethingbetterpodcast.com www.amyloftus.com

This week host Amy Loftus is joined by Rich Jacques, a Grammy winning singer/songwriter and producer who produced the song you hear when you tune into the podcast, "Sweetest Surrender"! Rich and Amy consider the idea of "breaking up" with family members or anyone with whom you may be playing out stagnant patterns that block you from realizing your personal relationship dreams and desires. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a>

#22 Breaking Up With Your Parents: Becoming YourSelf with Rich Jacques

I received this question from a listener: "As my friends and I date the choppy online dating waters, we debate how to spot a masculine man and differentiate healthy from toxic masculinity, and how to differentiate a masculine from a feminine man. How would you describe the qualities of each of these types of men? What are the differences between them and what are the behaviors that signal them? How can we women who want to come from our feminine respond to these different behaviors?" So I answered it!I love hearing from you. Thank you for this helpful question. somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.somethingbetterpodcast.com

I received this question from a listener: "As my friends and I date the choppy online dating waters, we debate how to spot a masculine man and differentiate healthy from toxic masculinity, and how to differentiate a masculine from a feminine man. How would you describe the qualities of each of these types of men? What are the differences between them and what are the behaviors that signal them? How can we women who want to come from our feminine respond to these different behaviors?" So I answered it! I love hearing from you. Thank you for this helpful question. somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a>

How Do I Spot a Masculine Man?

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Let's Trust in Something Better

I recorded this podcast right after I finished Brene Brown's book "Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone". I believe if you want to belong in relationship, you must first belong to yourself. There was a time I didn't, and once I did, I met my match. www.somethingbetterpodcast.com www.amyloftus.comsomethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

I recorded this podcast right after I finished Brene Brown's book "Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone". I believe if you want to belong in relationship, you must first belong to yourself. There was a time I didn't, and once I did, I met my match. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

Who Do You Belong To?

Have you ever entered a relationship with someone and questioned their integrity but felt convinced that you will be the one to receive the best of them, despite the questionable motives and behaviors that they have displayed? Have you ever left an encounter with a person and felt like you could fall fast asleep? Have you ever found yourself flooded with surprising emotions at certain moments, and at others, unable to sense what you, yourself are feeling inside?You may be an empath.It's imperative to understand yourself better if you are, because you'll require specific tools for self care, and you'll need to become aware that you're a magnet for people who stubbornly maintain difficult personality traits.In this week's podcast, I share my experience of two radically informative books on the topic, which are both easy to purchase on the books page of this website: The Empath's Survival Guide by Dr. Judith Orloff, and Dodging Energy Vampires by Dr. Christiane Northrup.Thank you for listening!!Please email me your thoughts and feelings on this episode at somethingbetterpodcast.com or somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comThere are free worksheets related to the principles of this podcast on somethingbetterpodcast.com and I want you to have them! Scroll down and opt-in to the mailing list to learn more.There is an audience survey on somethingbetterpodcast.com and taking it will improve my chance to help listeners looking for lasting love to find each other! Please scroll down to find it or click here: http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=6c06Eq-yd3Pp&amp;ver=standard

Have you ever entered a relationship with someone and questioned their integrity but felt convinced that you will be the one to receive the best of them, despite the questionable motives and behaviors that they have displayed? Have you ever left an encounter with a person and felt like you could fall fast asleep? Have you ever found yourself flooded with surprising emotions at certain moments, and at others, unable to sense what you, yourself are feeling inside? You may be an empath. It's imperative to understand yourself better if you are, because you'll require specific tools for self care, and you'll need to become aware that you're a magnet for people who stubbornly maintain difficult personality traits. In this week's podcast, I share my experience of two radically informative books on the topic, which are both easy to purchase on the books page of this website: The Empath's Survival Guide by Dr. Judith Orloff, and Dodging Energy Vampires by Dr. Christiane Northrup. Thank you for listening!! Please email me your thoughts and feelings on this episode at <a href="http://somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> or somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com There are free worksheets related to the principles of this podcast on <a href="http://somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> and I want you to have them! Scroll down and opt-in to the mailing list to learn more. There is an audience survey on <a href="http://somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> and taking it will improve my chance to help listeners looking for lasting love to find each other! Please scroll down to find it or click here: <a href="http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=6c06Eq-yd3Pp&amp;ver=standard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=6c06Eq-yd3Pp&amp;ver=standard</a>

Empaths and Energy Vampires

Are you seeking assistance and guidance from someone that has what you want? It's an important question to ask yourself on your journey toward lasting love. I listened to married women on my journey toward finding love, and so I'm offering you what I sought on my journey and posting a glimpse into my marriage on today's podcast.www.somethingbetterpodcast.comsomethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

Are you seeking assistance and guidance from someone that has what you want? It's an important question to ask yourself on your journey toward lasting love. I listened to married women on my journey toward finding love, and so I'm offering you what I sought on my journey and posting a glimpse into my marriage on today's podcast. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

Amy Interviews her Husband Oliver

Ariel Kiley

Amy Loftus met the unforgettable, uncompromising Ariel Kiley when they both attended former guest Jill Miller's Integrative Yoga Tune Up Teacher Training. Ariel left a promising career as an actress in pursuit of the deeper fulfillment she was determined to realize in her life. She found it didn't exist in the acting world for her, despite attractive offers as an entertainer. Now she is teaching others to seek their deep fulfillment by teaching and writing for her expanding therapeutic practice. This week she shares her ability to articulate the invisible, her sparkling intuition and playful personality. Tools for singles and spouses galore! Learn more about Ariel at www.arielkiley.me www.yogatuneup.com www.somethingbetterpodcast.com

Amy Loftus met the unforgettable, uncompromising Ariel Kiley when they both attended former guest Jill Miller's Integrative Yoga Tune Up Teacher Training. Ariel left a promising career as an actress in pursuit of the deeper fulfillment she was determined to realize in her life. She found it didn't exist in the acting world for her, despite attractive offers as an entertainer. Now she is teaching others to seek their deep fulfillment by teaching and writing for her expanding therapeutic practice. This week she shares her ability to articulate the invisible, her sparkling intuition and playful personality. Tools for singles and spouses galore! Learn more about Ariel at <a href="http://www.arielkiley.me" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.arielkiley.me</a> <a href="http://www.yogatuneup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.yogatuneup.com</a> <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a>

Dream Big from the Inside Out with Ariel Kiley

My elementary school-age nieces visited my studio last summer and weighed in briefly on their experience of their feminine energy- I thought it may inspire. In this episode I go into my experience opening up to spiritual solutions as I entered a constant conversation with the Universe, (or Source as you understand it, whatever you call it; Jesus, Buddha, God, Hashem....) I believe it communicates back! I highly recommend you try it. As you nurture your awareness and consciousness around masculine and feminine energies, I offered some suggestions on developing behaviors. www.somethingbetterpodcast.comsomethingbetterpodcast@gmail.comwww.amyloftus.comCheck @somethingbetterpodcast IG to see the OK2BKRZ photo, hear some more details on some of my dating experiences, and get a Yin/Yang behaviors "homework" assignment! www.instagram.com/iamamyloftus

My elementary school-age nieces visited my studio last summer and weighed in briefly on their experience of their feminine energy- I thought it may inspire. In this episode I go into my experience opening up to spiritual solutions as I entered a constant conversation with the Universe, (or Source as you understand it, whatever you call it; Jesus, Buddha, God, Hashem....) I believe it communicates back! I highly recommend you try it. As you nurture your awareness and consciousness around masculine and feminine energies, I offered some suggestions on developing behaviors. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://www.amyloftus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amyloftus.com</a> Check @somethingbetterpodcast IG to see the OK2BKRZ photo, hear some more details on some of my dating experiences, and get a Yin/Yang behaviors "homework" assignment! <a href="http://www.instagram.com/iamamyloftus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/iamamyloftus</a>

This episode goes into a description about the attributes of a feminine female. Maybe you'll recognize yourself, or identify some energies and behaviors that are no longer working for you. Maybe some men out there (write me and answer the question I pose for you in this episode, please!) are interested in what to look for. Maybe a feminine energy spouse who has lost touch with her magic and mystery can reclaim it as a result of listening. Call the Google voicemail at 323-999-1536 and let me know what your questions are!Many blessings to you and thank you for listening.www.somethingbetterpodcast.comI receive emails at somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com and I'd love to hear from you. No one else checks it.

This episode goes into a description about the attributes of a feminine female. Maybe you'll recognize yourself, or identify some energies and behaviors that are no longer working for you. Maybe some men out there (write me and answer the question I pose for you in this episode, please!) are interested in what to look for. Maybe a feminine energy spouse who has lost touch with her magic and mystery can reclaim it as a result of listening. Call the Google voicemail at 323-999-1536 and let me know what your questions are! Many blessings to you and thank you for listening. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> I receive emails at somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com and I'd love to hear from you. No one else checks it.

How Do I Spot a Feminine Female?

I have been hearing from women since the first season of SB and the one constant among issues they have shared with me is a fear of facing the truth about being cut out for a casual thing. Admitting that you are not means raising your standards and closing the door on crumbs in order to make room for something better. Often this comes in the form of averting attention from “situationships” so you can graduate to a real relationship. If your deepest desire is a committed relationship, and the Interstate of your life still has a side road to the culdesac of texting with someone who cannot step up and define the experience and commit to an exclusive relationship, then it’s time to raise your standards, speak up, and step away from the situationship into relationship. This episode includes a game-ending script for rationally communicating your desires, so you can leave your comfort zone of fantasy and enter the dream of real fulfillment. Email me and let me know your thoughts and feelings on this episode!www.somethingbetterpodcast.comsomethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

I have been hearing from women since the first season of SB and the one constant among issues they have shared with me is a fear of facing the truth about being cut out for a casual thing. Admitting that you are not means raising your standards and closing the door on crumbs in order to make room for something better. Often this comes in the form of averting attention from “situationships” so you can graduate to a real relationship. If your deepest desire is a committed relationship, and the Interstate of your life still has a side road to the culdesac of texting with someone who cannot step up and define the experience and commit to an exclusive relationship, then it’s time to raise your standards, speak up, and step away from the situationship into relationship. This episode includes a game-ending script for rationally communicating your desires, so you can leave your comfort zone of fantasy and enter the dream of real fulfillment. Email me and let me know your thoughts and feelings on this episode! <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> somethingbetterpodcast@gmail.com

Are You Cut Out For a Casual Thing?

What if, after years and years of marriage and two kids, your husband came to you to let you know he is bisexual? What does that mean for the union? Why is this necessary for me to know? Is it because you want to take new actions toward this new realization? Can I accept that? These are some of the questions I explored with a fellow songwriter and SB Listener who is in the middle of a life storm, and handling it by asking rational and fair questions, utilizing self care, and keeping the faith in a process of using crisis to grow.www.somethingbetterpodcast.com somethingbetterpodcast.com

What if, after years and years of marriage and two kids, your husband came to you to let you know he is bisexual? What does that mean for the union? Why is this necessary for me to know? Is it because you want to take new actions toward this new realization? Can I accept that? These are some of the questions I explored with a fellow songwriter and SB Listener who is in the middle of a life storm, and handling it by asking rational and fair questions, utilizing self care, and keeping the faith in a process of using crisis to grow. <a href="http://www.somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.somethingbetterpodcast.com</a> <a href="http://somethingbetterpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">somethingbetterpodcast.com</a>

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