Talk with Tara | Divorce, Dating & Women’s Midlife Reinvention

In this episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with internationally recognized clinical hypnotherapist Christina L. Woods to explore how hypnotherapy can help us uncover and shift the subconscious beliefs that keep us stuck.
We talk about why insight, affirmations and willpower are not always enough to change patterns like perfectionism, people pleasing, anxiety, self-doubt, conflict in relationships, scarcity and feeling “not enough.” Christina explains what actually happens in a hypnotherapy session, why you remain fully in control, and how accessing a deeply relaxed state can help identify the root of old emotional patterns.
Christina also shares her own journey from corporate executive to hypnotherapist, powerful client stories, trauma healing, past-life regression, manifestation, and the importance of reconnecting with moments of joy, love and belonging when life feels especially hard.
This is a thoughtful conversation for anyone ready to understand themselves more deeply and create change from the inside out.
I love to hear from you: talkwithtarapodcast@gmail.com, I am going to start a Dear Tara regular episode, send me your thoughts and questions. XO
Connect with Christina L. Woods:Website: https://christinalwoods.comInstagram: @christina.lwoods
Free community and weekly hypnosis experience: The Reset Room, available through her website
 

Why do so many successful women struggle to find lasting love?
In this episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with Palm Beach matchmaker, entrepreneur, and relationship coach Rose Lambert of Rose’s Circle for an honest conversation about modern dating, meaningful relationships, and the search for genuine connection.
Rose shares her remarkable journey from immigrating to the United States from Turkey at 19 without speaking English to building multiple successful businesses and becoming a luxury matchmaker. Drawing on her professional experience and the spiritual wisdom passed down by her grandmother, Rose explains why finding love requires more than manifestation. You have to believe in what you want, recognize the opportunities around you, and take action.
We explore dating after divorce, online dating, old school matchmaking, feminine and masculine energy, flirting, relationship trauma, love bombing, chemistry, and why accomplished women may need to reconsider what truly matters in a partner. Rose also shares practical dating advice, including how to create a stronger dating profile, approach a first date, recognize genuine interest, and decide whether chemistry deserves time to grow.
We also tackle a question many successful women face: Does a man need to earn as much as you do to be the right partner? Rose challenges women to look beyond income and status and consider the value of emotional availability, respect, attraction, companionship, and shared goals.
If you are navigating modern dating, returning to dating after divorce, frustrated with dating apps, or wondering how to attract a healthy relationship without lowering your standards, this conversation is for you.
My biggest takeaway is simple: Life is short, love is beautiful, and the right relationship may arrive in a package you did not expect.
Connect with Rose Lambert
Learn more about Rose’s matchmaking and relationship coaching services at RoseLambertMatchmaker.com.
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For many women, midlife brings unexpected questions about confidence, attraction, dating, relationships, and intimacy.
After years of raising children, navigating careers, or leaving long marriages, many women find themselves wondering how to reconnect with themselves and what intimacy looks like in this next chapter.
In this candid conversation, intimacy expert Susan Bratton joins me to talk about why confidence is more attractive than perfection, how women can communicate what they want without hurting their partner's feelings, and why many of us have been taught to think about intimacy in ways that simply don't serve us anymore. She tells us exactly what men want. It may not be what you think. 
We also dive into women's sexual wellness, body confidence, dating after divorce, and the science behind maintaining intimacy as we age.
Whether you're happily partnered, newly dating, or simply curious about this stage of life, this conversation is honest, practical, and full of insights that every woman deserves to hear.
In this episode we discuss:
• Why confidence becomes more attractive than youth• Dating and intimacy after divorce• How to tell your partner what you like without embarrassment• The biggest communication mistakes couples make• Body image and learning to feel comfortable in your own skin• Why women and men experience desire differently• The importance of slowing down and building connection• Vaginal health, hormones, blood flow, and intimacy after menopause• Practical ways to improve intimacy and sexual wellness• How to build stronger relationships through honest communication
About Susan Bratton
Susan Bratton is a leading intimacy educator, bestselling author, and advocate for lifelong sexual wellness. She has authored dozens of books and educational programs and has appeared on more than 1,000 podcasts, television shows, and media outlets, helping millions of people build healthier, happier intimate relationships.
Connect with Susan
Website: BetterLover.com, SexualSoulmatePact.com
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Instagram: @talkwithtarapodcast
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Have you ever built everything society told you to build and still felt completely unfulfilled? In this episode, I sit down with master certified life coach Katie Pulsifer to talk about one of the biggest questions women are asking right now: what actually brings me joy?
Katie has over 13 years of coaching experience, including five years as an executive leader at the Life Coach School. She has trained thousands of coaches and helped countless women navigate major life transitions with clarity, courage, and confidence. Her own journey through divorce, career upheaval, and rediscovering herself is what brought her to this work, and her story is one you will not want to miss.
We cover:
Why your brain actively argues against your dreams and how to override it
A simple sensory exercise to figure out what brings you joy when you have no idea
The difference between happiness and joy and why it matters
Dating again after divorce and overcoming the fear of being alone
Self-abandonment in relationships and how to stop people-pleasing
What women are chasing that they do not actually need
How to find a great coach and what to look for
Katie's Golden Coaching Certification program for women who want to coach others
If there is one thing to take away from this episode, it is that courage does not have to come all at once. It can show up in the smallest moments, and that is enough to start.
Connect with Katie Pulsifer
Website: katypulsifercoaching.com -- Take her free "Getting Unstuck" quiz and receive a personally recorded voice memo response from Katie
Substack: Capable for Coaching
Private Coaching and Certification Info: Available at her website
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Dating in midlife can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to. In this solo episode of Talk with Tara, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned about navigating online dating with confidence, safety, and success.
From overcoming the fear of being alone to handling ghosting with grace, I open up about my own experiences, unfiltered truths, and strategies that actually work. You’ll hear how to spot red flags, protect your privacy, attract high-value partners, and most importantly rediscover yourself along the way.
If you’re ready to stop settling and start dating smarter, this episode is your ultimate playbook.
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Email: talkwithtarapodcast@gmail.com
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In this episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with family law attorney, certified family law specialist, mediator, and author Diana Romanov for an eye-opening conversation about what really happens during divorce.
Whether you're contemplating separation, currently going through a divorce, supporting a friend through one, or simply want to understand how the process works, this episode is packed with practical advice and insights.
Diana shares powerful stories from her years of experience helping clients navigate some of life's most difficult transitions. She also explains why staying logical, informed, and emotionally supported can save families significant stress, time, and money.
One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation is that divorce is not just a legal process. It's also an emotional, financial, and personal transformation. The more informed and empowered you are, the better decisions you'll make for yourself and your family.
CONNECT WITH DIANA ROMANOV
YouTube:Divorce Like a Boss with Diana Romanov
Website:www.romanovlaw.com
Book:Divorce Like a Boss
To learn more about Diana, schedule a consultation, or access her educational resources, search "Divorce Like a Boss with Diana Romanov".
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Podcast: Talk with Tara
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Email:talkwithtarapodcast@gmail.com
Thank you for listening and being part of this community. I appreciate every one of you and I'm grateful you're here.

What happens when love is solid… but the bedroom feels like roommates? In this New Year episode of Talk with Tara, I’m joined by Elana Auerbach, author of The Sure Thing: A Pleasure Practice to Revive the Spark in Your Relationship (releasing February 3, 2026). Elana shares the deeply personal story behind her “Sure Thing” a simple weekly ritual that helped her and her spouse release shame, reduce pressure, and rebuild intimacy after years of struggle.
We talk about the real midlife stuff: resentment, busy schedules, body changes, and how desire can disappear when life becomes all logistics. Elana breaks down the difference between sex vs. intimacy, why “being in the mood” isn’t the point, and how creating a consistent pleasure practice can bring tenderness, connection, and even emotional openness back into your relationship.
You’ll also hear about the surprising inspiration for the title (hello, Shabbat + “double mitzvah”), why pleasure can be a form of activism, and how small “love ripples” can shift your relationship and maybe your whole world.
In this episode, we cover:
How to revive intimacy when you’re stuck in a rut (or feeling like roommates)
The difference between intimacy and sex — and why intimacy takes courage
How to talk about fantasies without shame or fear of judgment
How body image and aging affect desire (and what to do about it)
Why a weekly ritual works better than pressure, quotas, or “date night”
“Solo Sure Thing” ideas for singles (or anyone rebuilding self-connection)
How pleasure, connection, and self-love create ripple effects beyond the bedroom
About Elana AuerbachElana is a mentor, activist, mother, and founder of Sensual: A Woman’s Journey Into Sensuality. Her work blends embodiment, spirituality, and practical tools to help people reconnect to desire, intimacy, and aliveness without the shame or pressure. Find out more about Elana here: https://surethingexperiment.com/
Special Valentine’s Gift (for listeners!)Here is the link for your listeners to get a special gift for V-Day: HELLO Wild Sensual Self Guided Journeyhttps://guide.surethingexperiment.com/wild-sensual-self
How to buy the bookYou can purchase The Sure Thing in two ways:
Directly from Elana’s website: Sure Thing Experiment (you’ll also find bonus resources and updates there)
On Amazon: Search The Sure Thing by Elana Auerbach
Connect with ElanaVisit Sure Thing Experiment and join her email list for upcoming events, including her Sure Thing Spring 2026 Challenge (a weekly online cohort to help you start your practice). She’s also on Instagram and Facebook as Elana Auerbach.
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In this episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with professional organizer, certified life coach, and founder of Simply Squared Away, Tracy Hoth, for a deeply honest conversation about clutter, emotional attachment, and what it really means to let go.
We talk about why it is so hard to part with certain belongings, especially during major life transitions like divorce, moving, becoming an empty nester, or losing a loved one. Tracy shares practical organizing strategies along with the emotional mindset shifts that help people release what no longer serves them and create space for who they are becoming next.
From overflowing closets and paperwork piles to sentimental furniture, kids’ artwork, and the famous junk drawer, we cover the real-life struggles so many women face when trying to simplify their homes and lives. I also share some of my own experiences with downsizing, moving, and letting go of meaningful items connected to different chapters of my life.
This episode is not just about organizing your house. It is about organizing your emotions, your energy, and your future. If you have ever felt overwhelmed by clutter, stuck in the past, or unsure where to begin, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired, grounded, and ready to take the first step forward.
To learn more about Tracy Hoth, visit Simply Squared Away at simplysquaredaway.com, follow her on Instagram @tracyhoth, and listen to her podcast, The Organized Coach. Tracy also offers free trainings and practical organizing resources through her website.

Why do I keep choosing the wrong man?Why does the chemistry feel so strong… but something still feels off?And how do I finally attract a healthy, lasting relationship instead of repeating the same painful patterns?
In this episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with relationship coach and bestselling author Daniel Ratner to unpack what truly creates lasting love, especially for women dating after divorce, heartbreak, or long periods of being single.
We also talk about insights from his newest book, Emotional Vampires, and how to recognize when someone is draining you emotionally instead of building something healthy with you.
We talk about:
• Why chemistry is not a reliable indicator of compatibility• The four phases of love and how to recognize where you are• How to stop chasing emotionally unavailable partners• The real reason you feel “unloved” in relationships• How to build confidence that attracts emotionally mature men• Dating and breaking old relationship patterns
If you’re navigating dating in midlife, trying to heal from past relationships, or wondering why your love life feels stuck, this conversation will shift the way you see attraction and connection.
This episode is for women who want depth, emotional safety, passion, and partnership without losing themselves in the process.
Listen now and start choosing love differently.
Daniel Ratner is a relationship coach and bestselling author dedicated to helping people break painful dating patterns and build lasting, healthy love. He is the author of:
• Emotional Vampires (his newest release)• Sunscreen for the Soul• The Four Phases to Find the Love You Want• Never Feel Unloved Again
 
Connect with Daniel Ratner:
Website: https://danielratner.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielratnerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielratnerauthorBooks: Available on Amazon and major retailers

In this powerful episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with confidence and self trust coach Angela Fercho to explore what really happens after leaving a chaotic or addiction impacted relationship. We dive into the emotional aftermath of divorce, why confidence does not automatically return, and how you can rebuild self trust from the ground up.
Angela shares her personal journey of leaving a 13 year marriage and introduces her 3S Method stop stabilize and search, a practical approach to calming your nervous system and making clear aligned decisions. We talk about trauma bonding, fear of being alone, decision making paralysis, and how to recognize both red flags and green flags in relationships.
You will also learn simple breathing techniques to regulate your emotions, how to tell the difference between intuition and trauma responses, and why self love is essential for creating a grounded and confident life.
Join Angela’s free Confidence Reset Masterclass to learn how to feel calmer more grounded and more confident right away: https://mailchi.mp/957260672afa/confidence-reset-masterclass
Connect with Angela FerchoTikTok and YouTube @rebuildconfidence_coachInstagram @angela_rebuildconfidence_coachFacebook Facebook
This episode is for you if you are navigating divorce healing from a toxic relationship or learning how to trust yourself again and move forward with clarity and strength.