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In this episode, I sit down with relationship coach Casey Caston to break down what actually makes relationships work — and why love alone is rarely enough. We talk about the biggest misconceptions around dating and long-term relationships, why trust (not chemistry) is the real foundation, and how personal growth, accountability, and repair determine whether a relationship thrives or falls apart. Casey also shares insights from his own relationship journey and the tools he teaches clients to build healthier, more secure connections. Key takeaways: -If you want a better relationship, you have to become a better you -Conflict is healthy and necessary when done well -Trust matters more than love -Unsolicited apologies change everything -Most relationships can be repaired with intention and effort Follow Marriage 365 @marriage365 Get the book: The Marriage Habit Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory - @youwillbeokpodcast #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #relationships #trust #personalgrowth #conflictresolution #CaseyCaston See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I talk about something many of us go through but rarely have language for: the Dark Night of the Soul. It’s that period where everything feels like it’s falling apart—emotionally, spiritually, identity-wise—and you don’t recognize yourself or your life anymore. I break down where this concept comes from, what it actually feels like when you’re in it, and why it’s not a sign that you’re broken or doing life wrong. I share how the Dark Night is often a necessary collapse—an ending of old identities, coping mechanisms, and survival strategies that once protected you but no longer fit. We talk about grief, surrender, and the discomfort of sitting in the unknown instead of trying to fix or bypass it. I also explain why trying to “positive-think” your way out of this phase usually backfires, and why feeling the pain is often the doorway to real healing. Most importantly, I offer reassurance and perspective for anyone in the middle of it right now. This isn’t the end of your story—it’s a turning point. With self-care, support, and a willingness to let the process unfold, something new and more aligned is being born on the other side. The darkness has a purpose, and the dawn really does come. Work with me: sabrinabendory.com Get the book: "Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible." Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory - @youwillbeokpodcast #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DarkNightoftheSoul #emotionalcollapse #spiritualtransformation #self-care #healingprocess #identitychange #copingmechanisms #grief #surrender #unknown #realhealing #personalgrowth See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I sit down with Cole Zesiger, a breakup coach whose work was born from his own deeply painful heartbreak. Cole shares how that experience reshaped his understanding of love, loss, and healing—and ultimately led him to help others navigate the aftermath of breakups with more clarity and self-respect. We explore the emotional complexity of breakups, why so many people become consumed with the idea of getting their ex back, and how much of the online breakup advice focuses on strategy over actual healing. Cole breaks down the most common mistakes people make after a breakup, why staying in contact often keeps wounds open, and how rebuilding self-worth—not manipulation or timing—is what truly allows people to move forward. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice and dives into emotional patterns, forgiveness, and the inner work required to trust again and build healthier relationships in the future. Follow Cole- @coachcolezesiger Get the book: Ex's and No's: The Breakup Advice You Don't Want to Hear Work with me: https://www.sabrinabendory.com Follow me Instagram: @sabrinabendory @youwillbeokpodcast #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #Breakups #NoContact #Self-Worth #ColeZesiger #Heartbreak #Healing #Love #Relationships #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I share my personal journey of healing a disorganized attachment style—the push-pull dynamic that kept showing up in my relationships for years. I talk about how my upbringing shaped the way I learned to attach, the coping mechanisms I developed to survive, and the moment I realized attachment styles aren’t fixed. I walk through what actually helped me heal: building self-awareness, creating emotional safety, confronting shame, and learning how to be vulnerable without abandoning myself. I also share practical tools that helped me reconnect with my emotions and rebuild my sense of self-worth. This episode is a reminder that healing is a process and with patience, commitment, and the right support, it’s possible to move toward secure, healthy love. Join my inner circle: Book: "Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible" Work with me: sabrinabendory.com Follow me: Instagram: @sabrinabendory @youwillbeokpodcast #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #disorganizedattachment #healingjourney #emotionalsafety #self-awareness #securerelationships See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever feel like you're self-sabotaging just as life starts getting better? Or frustrated that you're not "further along" in your personal growth journey? In this reflective year-end episode of You Will Be Okay, I open up about the subtle but profound transformation I've experienced over the past year—and what true, sustainable change really looks like in real life. Key takeaways you'll get: - Why change doesn't have to start on January 1st (and why we often hit rock bottom right before breakthroughs) - The truth about self-sabotage and the hidden fears that arise when stability finally shows up - Navigating the "messy middle"—that unglamorous phase where real growth happens, even when it feels stagnant - How motivation fades fast, but consistency and building emotional resilience create lasting results - Why unrealistic expectations and old coping mechanisms hold us back—and how to break free - Practical ways to sit with discomfort and build the emotional capacity needed for change that sticks If you've ever backslid during progress, felt stuck in frustration, or wondered why growth feels so slow, this episode is your reminder: You're not alone, and pushing through anyway is the key to moving forward. Book- Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory @youwillbeokpodcast Substack #Change #Motivation #Self-sabotage #Personalgrowth #Emotionalresilience #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I break down anxious attachment—what it actually is, where it comes from, and why it can make love feel so overwhelming. I talk about how anxious attachment often forms in childhood, how it shows up as overthinking, fear of abandonment, and self-sabotage in relationships, and why so many people end up relying on others for reassurance instead of trusting themselves. More importantly, I walk you through how to heal it. I share practical tools for recognizing triggers, regulating your nervous system, challenging anxious thought patterns, and rebuilding self-esteem so your relationships stop feeling like emotional rollercoasters. If you’ve ever felt like you care “too much,” get attached too fast, or lose yourself in relationships, this episode will help you understand why—and show you that anxious attachment is not a life sentence. This conversation is about moving from fear to security, from chasing to choosing, and from anxiety to self-trust—so you can create healthier, calmer, more fulfilling connections. Book- Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible Instagram: @sabrinabendory @youwillbeokpodcast #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #anxiousattachment #love #overthinking #fearofabandonment #self-sabotage #reassurance #trust #triggers #nervoussystem #thoughtpatterns #self-esteem #emotionalrollercoasters #relationships #security #self-trust #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I sit down with writer and speaker Amanda McCracken, who shares her deeply personal journey as a late-in-life virgin — a story that’s so much more layered than people realize. We talk about how purity culture shaped her beliefs around sex and relationships, the misconceptions she had to untangle about virginity and self-worth, and how those early narratives followed her well into adulthood. Amanda also breaks down limerence — that intoxicating, obsessive pull toward unavailable partners — and explains the science behind longing and why dopamine can keep us hooked on fantasy instead of grounded, healthy love. We explore how she began healing through somatic work, how reconnecting with her body changed everything, and how her family dynamics influenced the kind of love she chased. Her story is such a powerful example of what happens when you start choosing yourself, building self-worth, and stepping out of old patterns. Follow Amanda- @amandajmccracken Get her book, "When Longing Becomes Your Lover" Follow me Instagram: @sabrinabendory @youwillbeokpodcast #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #limerence #self-worth #purityculture #AmandaMcCracken #dopamine #somaticwork See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I break down why men pull away in relationships — and why it isn’t always a sign that something is wrong. I talk about the difference between healthy distance and avoidant attachment, and I share the psychological patterns behind withdrawal that most women never learn to recognize. I also get into the common mistakes women make when a man pulls back, including overanalyzing, seeking reassurance, or unknowingly creating pressure. Instead, I walk you through how to stay grounded, self-regulated, and confident while giving space in a way that actually strengthens the connection. Whether you're dating, in a relationship, or navigating anxious-avoidant dynamics, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. Get "Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible" - https://shopc.at/detached Join my Inner Circle- https://sabrinabendory.com/membership-info Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory - https://www.instagram.com/sabrinabendory/ @youwillbeokpodcast - https://www.instagram.com/youwillbeokpodcast/?hl=en Tik Tok: @sabrinabendory - https://www.tiktok.com/@sabrinabendory #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #menpullaway #healthydistance #avoidantattachment #psychologicalpatterns #connection See show notes: https://inlet.fm/you-will-be-ok/episodes/69315bef7e91e2d11a1864e7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into attachment styles — what they are, how they shape your relationships, and most importantly, how to heal them. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep attracting the same type of partner… why you get anxious when you really like someone… why vulnerability feels difficult… or why the people you date pull away just when things get close — this episode is going to make your entire romantic history make sense. We break down: - The 4 attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and fearful-avoidant - How childhood experiences shape your nervous system and your patterns in love - How attachment shows up in dating, communication, conflict, and intimacy - The difference between an avoidant partner and someone who simply isn’t that into you - Why anxious and avoidant partners are magnetically drawn to each other - And most importantly — how to build secure attachment, no matter where you’re starting from This isn’t about labels or blaming your past. This is about building the tools to feel safe in love, stop abandoning yourself for connection, and finally experience relationships that are stable, healthy, and fulfilling. Buy my book: https://shopc.at/detached Join my Inner Circle - https://sabrinabendory.com/membership-info Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory - https://www.instagram.com/sabrinabendory/ @youwillbeokpodcast - https://www.instagram.com/youwillbeokpodcast/?hl=en Tik Tok: @sabrinabendory - https://www.tiktok.com/@sabrinabendory #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #attachmentstyles #secureattachment #relationships #anxietyinlove #avoidantpartners See show notes: https://inlet.fm/you-will-be-ok/episodes/691ee6e5cb8b80ef4baaac2f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I sit down with dating coach Evan Marc Katz to talk about one of the most frustrating parts of being single — when the people you want don’t want you, and the ones who do just don’t feel like a match. Evan breaks down the paradox of modern dating and why attraction so often feels one-sided. We talk about the emotional challenges of being single, what this mismatch really reveals about our patterns, and how to start creating overlap between what you want and what wants you. If you’ve ever wondered why dating feels so unfair or why it seems impossible to find someone who actually aligns with you, this episode will help you see things differently. It’s real, honest, and surprisingly hopeful — because once you understand the game, you can start playing it on your terms. -- 10 Men You Should Not Date Follow Evan- @realevanmarckatz Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory Tik Tok: @sabrinabendory - #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #EvanMarcKatz #moderndating #emotionalchallenges #datingpatterns See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I dive deep into the psychology of emotional unavailability — what’s really going on beneath the surface when someone pulls away just as things start to feel real. I talk about how emotionally unavailable people often operate from a state of dysregulation, not detachment. They’re not intentionally cold or manipulative — they’re usually in survival mode, reacting to intimacy as if it’s dangerous. When closeness triggers fear, their instinct is to withdraw, avoid, or shut down. Understanding this dynamic doesn’t excuse their behavior, but it helps you stop taking it personally and start seeing these patterns for what they are — unconscious defense mechanisms rooted in fear, not rejection. If you’ve ever dated someone who ran hot and cold or disappeared after things started getting deeper, this episode will help you make sense of it, stay grounded, and approach relationships with more awareness and compassion. Get my book- Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible Join my inner circle Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory @youwillbeokpodcast Tik Tok: @sabrinabendory #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #EmotionalUnavailability #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #Intimacy #DefenseMechanisms See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I talk about the real barriers that keep so many of us from finding love—and how, most of the time, what’s getting in our way is ourselves. I share how our fears, insecurities, and unhealed wounds quietly sabotage relationships and make love feel harder than it needs to be. I also break down why inner work and self-awareness are the most powerful tools for attracting and keeping meaningful love. Join my Inner Circle Get My Book- Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible Follow me Instagram: @sabrinabendory @youwillbeokpodcast #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #love #innerwork #self-awareness #fears #insecurities #meaningfulrelationships See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of You Will Be OK, we’re diving deep into how to turn your pain into power — how to stop repeating the same patterns, break free from self-sabotage, and finally feel safe being your full, authentic self. We talk about what it really means to heal — not just intellectually understand your trauma, but actually rewire how you respond to it. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re stuck in survival mode, how to create emotional safety within yourself, and how to blend spirituality and practicality to create real, lasting change. If you’ve ever felt like you keep getting in your own way, this conversation will show you how to shift from overthinking and self-blame into clarity, self-trust, and purpose. It’s about learning to see your story differently — and realizing that what you’ve been through isn’t your downfall, it’s your foundation. Follow Lewis- @lewishuckstep Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory Tik Tok: @sabrinabendory Work with me: sabrinabendory.com See show notes: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I talk about the emotional chaos that comes with being ghosted—something almost everyone has experienced but no one really knows how to handle. Ghosting feels personal, but it’s not a reflection of your worth. It usually says more about the other person’s emotional immaturity than anything you did wrong. I also share practical steps for moving on, building inner safety, and finding closure within yourself—because peace doesn’t come from their explanation, it comes from your own self-understanding. And if this topic resonates with you, my new book Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible goes even deeper into overcoming attachment wounds and learning how to let go with confidence. Get the book- https://shopc.at/detached Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory -   / sabrinabendory   @youwillbeokpodcast -   / youwillbeokpodcast   Tik Tok: @sabrinabendory -   / sabrinabendory   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of You Will Be OK, I sit down with Yue Xu and Julie Krafchick from the Datable podcast to unpack the truth about modern dating, self-worth, and what it really takes to find authentic love today. We talk about the biggest dating traps—like chasing validation, confusing chemistry for compatibility, and losing yourself in situationships—and how understanding your dating archetype can help you attract a healthy, lasting relationship. If you’ve ever felt burned out, overthinking, or discouraged by dating apps, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and that real connection starts with knowing and valuing yourself. Follow Dateable -   / dateablepodcast   Follow me! Instagram: @sabrinabendory -   / sabrinabendory   Tik Tok: @sabrinabendory -   / sabrinabendory   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices