Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach

• 97. The Nervous System and Getting off the Rollercoaster of Emotions in Dating with Jessica Maguire

  Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we're joined by Jessica Maguire, a renowned expert in nervous system regulation and repair, and author of the book The Nervous System Reset, to have a conversation with us about not only healing the nervous system - but healing the connection with ourselves in the process. First, we explore what often gets overlooked in nervous work and initial steps you can take to get off the rollercoaster of emotions in dating, and perhaps in life.  Jessica shares how we can regulate our nervous systems amidst the uncertainties of dating, even when someone pulls back or pushes your buttons. We get into the anxious and avoidant nervous systems differ, the different protective responses we have when we’re anxious, how the body stores emotions, and how neuroplasticity offers hope for repairing the nervous system. You can repattern your nervous system and indeed find calm amidst the storm. Finally, we’ll learn how to feel safe in our body and sit with uncomfortable feelings, even if that’s challenging or impossible before.  So, whether you're navigating the dating world or seeking a deeper understanding of you and your nervous system, this episode is for you! Let’s do this Flirties, and meet Jessica! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Flirtations on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode to spread BFE - big flirt energy, all over the world! Enjoying the show and want to support my work? Buy the Flirt Coach a coffee! About our guest:  Jessica stands at the forefront of nervous system regulation as a renowned physiotherapist and groundbreaking vagus nerve researcher. Her international bestseller, "The Nervous System Reset," has established her as the definitive voice in helping individuals overcome dysregulation. Jessica's teachings represent an important paradigm shift in understanding the brain-body connection. She distills over two decades of rigorous study, groundbreaking research, and proven clinical experience into practical, actionable frameworks. that have transformed thousands of lives worldwide. Through her innovative frameworks, and protocols Jessica has empowered thousands of students across six continents to fundamentally transform their nervous systems, resulting in: Enhanced resilience to stress and environmental triggers Improved cognitive function and emotional regulation Sustainable physiological balance and improved overall wellbeing Jessica has delivered keynotes to New South Wales Police and is also a distinguished TEDx speaker. She has shared thought leadership pieces with the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age that included her personal story: the loss of her two brothers, Sam and Luke.  Learn more about Jessica's work and the Vagus Nerve Program here and follow Jessica on Instagram! About your host:  Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun! As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage. Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self. His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal. You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

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• 96. Reclaiming Yourself: Healing from Abusive Relationships with Ashley Maland

  Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Ashley Maland, Host of the "This Is Where We Heal" Podcast, to have a conversation with us about the complex journey of surviving an abusive relationship. We'll uncover how to begin healing from abusive and toxic relationships—whether it’s domestic violence, sexual assault, or the emotional scars left by narcissistic abuse—and discover the initial steps you can take if you find yourself in a harmful or volatile situation.  Ashley shares her insights on trusting yourself, practicing self-forgiveness, and how we can build healthy foundations in early dating without rushing, falling into self-sabotage, or repeating old patterns. Together, we’ll talk about how your most loving, authentic self is the best version of you—even if past experiences have left you feeling hardened—and how to shift from a victim mentality to that of a victor.  We'll also ask the tough questions, like are all abusers narcissists? Is there really a rock bottom moment, or is that just an illusion? Why is it so hard to break free from an abuser? If you're ready to believe in what’s possible, trust your inner voice, and reclaim your power in love and life, then this episode is for you.  Alright Flirties, let’s go on on healing journey with Ashley Maland. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Flirtations on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode to spread BFE - big flirt energy, all over the world! Enjoying the show and want to support my work? Buy the Flirt Coach a coffee! About our guest:  Ashley Taylor Maland is a multi-talented social media influencer, writer, and healing from DV & SA advocate. With a dedicated following of over half a million followers, she has garnered widespread attention for her impactful content, including viral videos that have amassed over 20 million views. Ashley's platform serves as a space for discussions on healing, authenticity, toxic relationships, self-belief, and self-improvement. Ashley is a resilient single mother who balances her various roles with grace and determination. As the podcast host for “This Is Where We Heal” she utilizes her platform to amplify important conversations and share empowering stories. Using her own experiences to raise awareness and offer support to others facing similar challenges in relationships and healing. Driven by her belief in the power of authenticity, Ashley strives to inspire and encourage her audience to embrace their true selves, prioritize self-care, and break free from toxic relationships. Her unwavering commitment to personal growth and empowerment has solidified her reputation as a positive force in the online community. Her podcast “This Is Where We Heal” can be found on Apple, Spotify & YouTube. Listen to the This is Where We Heal Podcast, and follow Ashley on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. About your host:  Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun! As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage. Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self. His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal. You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

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• 95. How to Not Settle in Dating with Dr. Brianna Diorio

  Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about how to not settle in dating with relationship coach, doctor of integrative medicine, and host of the Brianna Approved podcast, it’s Dr. Brianna Diorio!  We've got a lot to get to today and here’s what you can expect! First, we'll explore what it really means to “settle” in dating and the different ways it shows up - whether that's settling for the wrong person, someone’s potential, or accepting singleness when you don’t wanna, We’ll talk about the experience of staying too long in the wrong relationships, sometimes because we have so much invested already, or don’t want to be alone.  Brianna will guide us through common scenarios like the quest for perfection, the role of fear in all of this (so many of us are worried about settling), and the difference between preferences and priorities in dating. Finally, we’ll discuss why discernment and alignment are more important than time, and we’ll hear strategies for trusting your intuition and knowing when to walk away if that’s right for you.  If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to slow down in dating and let go of the “settling” trap, this episode is for you! Let’s do this Flirties, and meet Brianna! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Flirtations on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode to spread BFE - big flirt energy, all over the world! Enjoying the show and want to support my work? Buy the Flirt Coach a coffee! About our guest:  Dr. Brianna Diorio is a functional medicine practitioner and integrative health expert who helps individuals move from awareness to aligned action by integrating mindset, neurochemistry, and holistic health. With a PhD in Integrative Medicine and advanced training in functional diagnostics and mind-body medicine, she specializes in uncovering the root causes of emotional and physiological imbalances. Her method blends the science of behavior change, subconscious reprogramming, and integrative medicine—using a fusion of evidence-based tools, reflective prompts, and actionable strategies to drive intentional, lasting change. Drawing from integrative psychology, neurobiology, and functional medicine, Brianna empowers clients to rewrite outdated patterns, develop emotional agility, and reclaim their personal power. You can stream the Brianna Approved Podcast here and follow Dr. Diorio on Instagram and TikTok. About your host:  Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun! As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage. Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self. His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal. You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

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• 94. Dating with Emotional Freedom: Embodiment and Healing the Nervous System with Eliah Prichard

  Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re going on a transformative journey of embodied healing with Eliah Prichard, Founder of the Feel Good Membership and Host of the Self Expression Love Podcast! Today, we explore what it means to truly feel safe in your body. Eliah guides us through the art of self-expression through embodiment as a way to feel our feelings - and release them.  We’re moving beyond traditional models of nervous system regulation and getting truly embodied today, ya’ll!  We’ll also learn how boundaries help us regulate our nervous system, build self-trust and allows us to embrace more joy. Even if any or all of this has been hard for you before, today, it gets easier.  Finally, we explore the truth behind your anxiety and why one of the solutions is playing more. So, if you're ready to break free from limitations, tap into your inner light, and truly live with embodied healing and self-love, this episode is for you.  Let’s do this Flirties, and meet Eliah! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Flirtations on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode to spread BFE - big flirt energy, all over the world! Enjoying the show and want to support my work? Buy the Flirt Coach a coffee! About our guest:  Eliah Prichard is a therapeutically-trained coach, educator and the founder of Kaleidoscope, a self-liberation company that guides you with simple tools to lifelong emotional wellness and full self-expression. Utilizing her Master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy, specialty in trauma-healing and her Breathwork Facilitator Certification, Eliah runs an online self-healing membership called FeelGood, and works 1:1 with self-motivated learners ready to unlock the codes to emotional mastery, healthy relationships and vibrant self-expression.  Links: FeelGood Membership Instagram Tiktok YouTube Self-Expression Lab Podcast   About your host:  Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun! As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage. Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self. His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal. You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.  

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• 93. Beyond the Chase: Flirting, Masculinity, and Modern Dating with Connell Barrett

  Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Connell Barrett, a men’s dating coach, author, speaker, and host of the How to Get a Girlfriend Podcast, to have a conversation with us about dating as a straight guy, masculinity, and what women are looking for, but not in a mansplainy way, absolutely not! Basically if you’re straight, stick around as we break down the challenges, myths, and expectations that seem to define the dating game. Up for discussion is masculinity and is it being redefined? What does masculinity mean and what does that look like in 2025? Why do so many guys seems to aspire to be the alpha male and is that something women want? Will you stand out as the alpha male or do women want something more authentic? We’re also covering practical flirting tips and strategies to overcome rejection, we’ll debunk viral dating advice such as he needs to like you more than you like him or that a little stress is the secret to a chase - just be unavailable, right?.  We’ll even get into whether looks and money really matter, how to bring genuine vulnerability into your interactions without coming off too mushy, and how emotionally available men and women can meet in each other. So, if you’re ready to hear a conversation about flirting, dating, and masculinity between a straight man and a flirt coach, this episode is for you! Let’s do this flirties, time to meet Connell! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Flirtations on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode to spread BFE - big flirt energy, all over the world! Enjoying the show and want to support my work? Buy the Flirt Coach a coffee! About our guest:  A seasoned interviewer dating to his journalism days (he has done Q&As with Jimmy Fallon, Larry David, and Bill Murray, among others), Connell is a dating coach, author and host of the "How to Get a Girlfriend Podcast". His bestselling book, “Dating Suck but You Don’t,” was called “witty and timely” by Vanity Fair. He’s been dubbed “the real-life Hitch” (N.Y. Post) and “the most innovative dating coach in America” (Psychology Today.) And he has appeared on GMA and the “Today” Show. Learn more about him at DatingTransformation.com. Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask! For more information, find Connell on Instagram, Youtube, and his website!  About your host:  Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun! As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage. Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self. His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal. You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

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