
Rebuilding Self-Trust with Brylye Collins: Navigating Love, Life, and Leadership
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Rebuilding Self-Trust with Brylye Collins: Navigating Love, Life, and Leadership In this episode, Brylye Collins, a relationship coach, talent leader, and founder of Building with Bry, shares her journey from a corporate HR and talent acquisition background to empowering singles in finding intentional relationships. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, Brylye discusses the importance of self-trust and clarity in dating, her transition from traditional corporate roles to relationship coaching, and the unique challenges high-achieving professionals face in their personal lives. Brylye also talks about the value of embracing one's individuality outside of societal labels, the drawbacks of relying on dating apps, and the importance of practicing self-care and intentional living. Additionally, she introduces her upcoming workbook and single empowerment retreats aimed at helping individuals reconnect with themselves before pursuing relationships. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of modern dating, the importance of realistic expectations, and fostering genuine connections. 00:00 Introduction to Brylye Collins 01:27 Career Journey and Transition 03:18 Founding Rose Talent Consulting 04:52 Building with Bry: Personal Empowerment 05:40 Reconnecting with Yourself 09:45 Challenges in Modern Dating 17:19 Matchmaking Insights and Practices 21:37 Client Expectations and Realities 24:51 Evaluating Client Readiness 26:30 The Lessons in Meeting People 27:09 Navigating Post-Divorce Relationships 28:23 The Impact of Modern Communication on Relationships 31:22 The Importance of Thriving Solo 33:26 Embracing Solitude and Self-Discovery 35:02 Handling Intimacy After Long-Term Relationships 36:59 Empowerment Retreats and Workbooks 43:01 Balancing Personal Wellbeing 45:57 Finding the Right Relationship 50:25 Final Thoughts on Relationships and Self-Growth https://www.buildingwithbry.com/ http://instagram.com/buildingwithbry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/brylyecollins/ https://www.tiktok.com/@bryduffy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
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