YES, WOMAN (formerly PurposeGirl): Real conversations for women ready for MORE - More aliveness, more purpose, more pleasure, more power to create the life you want.

Do you ever wonder if you're doing it right as a mother… or quietly fear you're messing it all up? In this deeply honest and powerful episode of YES, WOMAN, Carin Rockind sits down with parenting expert Laura Dawn to talk about what's really going on beneath mom guilt, anxiety, and the pressure to be perfect. This is not about fixing your child. This is about trusting yourself again. From ADHD and emotional regulation to self-compassion and boundaries, this conversation will change how you see parenting—and yourself as a WOMAN. You'll learn why your child's behavior isn't a reflection of your worth… How to stop the cycle of self-blame… And how saying YES to yourself actually makes you a better mother. If you've ever Googled in the middle of the night, "Am I doing this wrong?"—this episode is for you. What You'll Learn Why mom guilt isn't the truth—and how to release it The real reason your child's behavior triggers you How ADHD and "neurodivergent" traits are actually strengths The power of emotional regulation (for you, not just your child) Why self-care alone isn't enough—and what actually works How to say NO to your kids without guilt The concept of the "evolved brain" and the future of parenting Why YOU come first—and how that changes everything Powerful Quotes "You are the perfect mama for your child." "Your child's behavior is not a reflection of your worth." "The things that trigger you about your child… are actually about you." Resources to find Lara Dawn Connect with Lara Dawn: The ADHD Village -> https://www.theadhdvillage.com/ Call to Action If this episode spoke to you, share it with a WOMAN who needs to hear it. Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe on YouTube so more WOMEN can rise. If this episode spoke to you… Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live. And if you loved this conversation, take 30 seconds to leave a review. Your review helps more women find the show and step into their next chapter. And if you want to share what landed for you, we'd love to hear from you. Email us anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com We read every message. Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

What if you're not crazy… you're just finally telling the truth? In a world that teaches WOMEN to be palatable, agreeable, and "good"… the moment you want more—more freedom, more expression, more LIFE—you start to question yourself. Is this too much? Am I being unrealistic? Have I gone crazy? In this episode, we flip that completely. Because maybe the WOMAN who dares to want more… who speaks up… who goes against the script… isn't crazy. She's awake. 💖 Share the Love If this episode hit something real for you: Leave a 5-star review Send it to a friend who's been holding herself back Share it and tell the truth about what you're ready for Because when one WOMAN stops abandoning herself… it gives permission to so many others. If something stirred in you and you're ready to go deeper… ✨ come join us inside The YES Collective—you can get your first month for just $1 with code YES WOMAN. This is where you stop thinking about your life… and start living it. And if you want to share what landed for you, we'd love to hear from you. Email us anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com We read every message. Until next time… May you trust yourself. May you choose more life. May you stop apologizing for your desires. And may you say YES… to being the WOMAN they might call crazy.

What happens when a WOMAN builds the "perfect" life… and still feels empty inside? In this deeply personal episode, I take you inside my own journey from being the perfect child, to chasing the perfect life, to realizing none of it actually made me happy. This is the story of how I went from being the "Yes girl" saying yes to everyone else, to becoming a YES WOMAN fully owning my desires, my truth, and my life. If you've ever looked around at your life and thought, "I have everything… so why don't I feel alive?" This episode is for you. Because your YES isn't logical. It's true. And when you follow it everything changes. 🔥 What You'll Hear in This Episode The hidden cost of being "the perfect WOMAN" Why achieving everything you thought you wanted can still leave you feeling empty The moment I realized there had to be more How saying YES (even when it made zero sense) changed my entire life The difference between being a "Yes girl" vs. a YES WOMAN Why your desires don't need to make sense to be right The turning point that made me commit to living fully (no more half-alive living) How one YES leads to the next—and builds a life you're obsessed with 💥 Key Truths to Take With You 1. You can have the "perfect life"… and still feel miserable. Because perfection isn't truth. It's performance. 2. Your YES won't make sense—and that's the point. The most aligned path rarely looks logical. 3. Depression isn't something wrong with you. It's a signal that you're pressing down your truth. 4. Every time you ignore your YES, you abandon yourself. And every time you follow it—you come back to life. 5. You don't become a YES WOMAN all at once. It's one brave, scary, exciting YES at a time. *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:ccc25046-f18f-4346-a81b-a53b55a241a7-1" data-testid= "conversation-turn-4" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> If this episode spoke to you… Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live. And if you loved this conversation, take 30 seconds to leave a review. Your review helps more women find the show and step into their next chapter. If something stirred in you and you're ready to go deeper… ✨ Grab the FREE Midlife Makeover Workbook and start saying YES to yourself in real, tangible ways. ✨ Or come join us inside The YES WOMAN Collective (you can get your first month for just $1 with code YESWOMAN) This is where you stop thinking about your life… and start living it. And if you want to share what landed for you, we'd love to hear from you. Email us anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com We read every message. Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

What if the most radical thing a WOMAN could do… is say YES to herself? In the very first episode of YES, WOMAN - Carin Rockind asks a bold question: Why are we alive if not to feel that full-bodied, radiant YES about our own lives? As the founder and CEO of the Institute of WOMAN, Carin Rockind has spent over 15 years working with thousands of women and she's seen the same pattern again and again: WOMEN say NO to themselves & say YES to everyone else. In this deeply personal and powerful opening episode, Carin shares: Why saying NO collapses the body—and YES brings us back to life How childhood conditioning trains women to silence desire, truth, and joy The hidden link between suppressed dreams and depression Why "selfish" has been weaponized against women—and why it's time to reclaim it How one near-death experience became the moment she vowed to never say NO to her purpose again This episode is a call home for every WOMAN who: Feels numb, flat, or quietly unfulfilled Has dreams she's been minimizing or postponing Because here's the truth: A lit up WOMAN lights up this world. This is not about being a YES WOMAN to everyone else. This is YES, WOMANa movement, a mindset, and a permission slip to say YES to your truth, your desires, your body, your dreams, and your life. Welcome to YES, WOMAN. Your YES starts here. If this episode spoke to you - connect with Carin and the Institute of WOMAN Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live. And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter. Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next. We read every message. Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

What if this year is asking you to shed your old life and step into the WOMAN you were always meant to be? In this episode of the YES, WOMAN Podcast, Carina explores the powerful symbolism of the Year of the Fire Horse, a rare energetic combination that represents movement, courage, passion, and bold new beginnings. After the completion of a nine-year cycle, we are entering a moment of ignition. A time when many women feel a deep pull toward reinvention, purpose, and personal freedom. But before we step forward, we often have to shed the beliefs, stories, and expectations that have kept us small. This episode dives into the deeper meaning of cycles, transformation, feminine power, and why this moment in history is calling WOMEN to rise. If you've been craving more purpose, more aliveness, more truth, or a midlife reinvention, this conversation will help you understand why that calling is showing up now—and how to say YES to it. In This Episode Carina explores: Why the transition into a new numerology cycle signals a time for bold new beginnings The deeper symbolism of the Year of the Snake and why shedding old identities is necessary for growth How women's natural cycles mirror transformation, rebirth, and renewal The cultural story of Eve, knowledge, and the historical suppression of women's desire for more The psychological concept of learned helplessness and how it keeps many WOMEN stuck Why the Fire Horse energy represents movement, passion, creativity, and leadership How to recognize when your soul is calling you toward a new life or purpose The power of taking small courageous actions that ignite transformation The Big Message The Fire Horse energy is about momentum, courage, and living fully alive. It doesn't tolerate stagnation. It burns away what no longer serves. This year invites every WOMAN to ask: What am I ready to shed? What life is calling me forward? What would it look like to say YES to myself now? Sometimes saying yes looks bold and visible. Sometimes it's quiet and personal. But every step toward your truth creates momentum. If this episode spoke to you… Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live. And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter. Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next. We read every message. Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

What if the reason women are obsessed with certain love stories has nothing to do with fantasy and everything to do with the kind of love we secretly crave? In this episode of YES, WOMAN, Carina sits down with love coach Taylor Carr for a fascinating conversation about relationships, desire, and the deeper truths behind why women respond so strongly to powerful love stories like Heated Rivalry. Exploring Love and Relationship… Together they explore masculine and feminine dynamics, the psychology of attraction, and how women can create deeper intimacy and passion in their own relationships. This conversation is equal parts spicy, insightful, and empowering. If you've ever wondered: Why certain love stories feel so magnetic Why tension and yearning can feel intoxicating Why women often lose themselves in relationships How to reignite passion in a long-term partnership This episode will open your eyes. In This Episode You'll Discover Why women are captivated by certain love stories Carina and Taylor explore why so many women are drawn to narratives filled with tension, vulnerability, desire, and emotional depth—and what those stories reveal about what women truly want from love. The power of masculine–feminine dynamics Taylor shares insights from her work as a love coach about how polarity, emotional maturity, and vulnerability shape attraction and long-term relationships. The three things every WOMAN wants in love During the conversation they uncover a powerful truth: many women long to feel Desired Devoted to Devoured And why those elements matter for deep intimacy. Why many relationships lose their spark One of the biggest insights in this episode: women often lose themselves in relationships—and that's when resentment and disconnection begin. Men fall in love with a woman who loves herself. When she forgets herself, the dynamic shifts. How to reignite passion in long-term relationships Taylor shares simple but powerful shifts that can transform relationships, including: Asking directly for what you want Letting men rise instead of managing them Reclaiming your own desires and identity Key Takeaways • The most magnetic WOMAN is the one deeply connected to herself • Desire thrives on tension, curiosity, and emotional honesty • Trying to control or manage a partner often kills attraction • Self-love is not selfish—it's the foundation of a thriving relationship • The deepest love story always begins with you As Taylor beautifully says in this episode: "Your deepest love story always begins with you." Exploring Love and Relationship… About Taylor Carr Taylor Carr is a love coach who helps women create deeper, more magnetic relationships through understanding masculine and feminine dynamics, self-worth, and emotional maturity. She works with women from all walks of life—from CEOs to creatives—to help them call in the love they truly desire. Find Taylor: Instagram & TikTok: @iamtaylorcarr Website: upgradedwithtaylor.com If this episode spoke to you… Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live. And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter. Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next. We read every message. Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

Failing Ferociously, Owning Your Ambition & Saying YES to Yourself with Monica Dominic In this soul-shaking episode of YES WOMAN, Carina sits down with the electrifying, big-hearted Monica Dominic entrepreneur, keynote speaker, podcast host, and author of the upcoming book Ferocious Ambition for a conversation that will change how you see failure, ambition, and yourself. This episode is a love letter to the WOMAN who's been taught to fear failure, shrink her ambition, or carry shame that was never hers to begin with. Together, Carina and Monica pull back the curtain on what it really takes to live a bold, wealthy, purpose-driven life—one rooted in heart, courage, and radical self-trust. If you've ever been fired, doubted yourself, stayed too long in something that felt like a no, or wondered whether you're "too much" or "not enough," this conversation is for you. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why failure is not the problem—fear of shame is What it means to fail ferociously (and why it's the fastest path to growth) The radical truth: failure does not mean you are a failure How women carry shame differently than men—and how to release it Saying YES to yourself when the world tells you to play it safe Why authenticity is the real secret to rising above Knowing when something is a holy hell YES—and when it's time to walk away Quotes You'll Feel in Your Bones: "If it doesn't fail, you're not pushing yourself hard enough." "You have survived 100% of your worst days." "When it stopped being fun, I honored myself and said goodbye." "Failure does not mean you are a failure." "You are worthy—of love, ambition, joy, and greatness." About Monica Dominic Monica Dominic is the co-owner and Chief Client Officer of ProTeam Solutions, host of the Ferocious Ambition Podcast, and a globally sought-after keynote speaker. She is known for helping WOMEN own their ambition, speak their truth, and rise—without apology. Her upcoming book, Ferocious Ambition, shares raw, real stories of failure, resilience, reinvention, and what it actually takes to build a powerful life and career. Connect with Monica: Website: https://monicadominic.com Podcast & Book: https://ferociousambition.com Final Love Note This episode is your permission slip to stop hiding, stop waiting, and stop making fear the boss of your life. You don't need to be perfect. You need to be YOU. Say YES to your truth. Say YES to your ambition. Say YES to the WOMAN you already are. If this episode spoke to you… Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live. And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter. Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next. We read every message. Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

Announcing the return of new episodes of The PurposeGirl Podcast -- and a live event in November! It's been a while -- a little over a year, actually! -- but I'm back!!! There are lots of changes coming to the podcast with its return, but I wanted to let you know about a live weekend event taking place in Philadelphia in November, and you are NOT gonna want to miss this! Listen to learn more, or go to https://carinrockind.com/womanrising.

The podcast discusses the host taking a break for self-care and personal commitments. It hints at rebranding to empower women with a woman rising real talk show. Encourages listeners to stay connected, join the woman rising Facebook group, and prioritize self-care and purposeful living.

In honor of Pride month here in the US, I wanted to bring you a genuine conversation with a number of dear friends of mine about our own discoveries about our places in the LGBTQIA+ universe. We're having a frank, open discussion about our experiences, our joys, our struggles, and so much more. Regardless of how you (or those in your lives) identify, these issues touch all of us, and I want to help bring greater understanding to my community and to all those whose lives you touch. I'm joined by three amazing guests – not "experts" per se, simply real people: Kelly Mahalak, Cassandra Coghill, and Chivas Sandage – as we dive into: Our own journeys to self-discovery The terms we use to describe ourselves, and the challenges in using these terms Compulsory heterosexuality Coming out is not a one-time thing The privilege and curse of "passing" The many joys in our lives related to our queerness Laughter. Tears. Deep truths. This conversation has it all!!! About Cassandra A. Coghill I am Cassandra A. Coghill, a Relationship Alchemist and Intimacy Guide. I am a healer, a priestess, and a witch. I have a Bachelor's degree in Women and Gender Studies, with a minor in Human Development and Family Science, from North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND. (Go Bison!) While attending college, I became a certified Reiki Master Practitioner and gave birth to my first child. While pregnant with my second child, I was initiated onto the path of priestesshood at the Goddess Temple of Ashland, Oregon. I am also an ordained minister with the Universal Life Church. A powerful inner call to understand the mysteries of life lead me into the study of metaphysics and the occult from a young age. I have been a practicing solitary white witch for the past 11 years. I have studied the Tarot since 2014 and consult it and other oracles for myself and my clients regularly. I work with the so-called "classical" or "Western" elements of Air, Water, Fire and Earth in nearly everything I do. My love for the so-called "Eastern" traditions runs deep (I've studied yoga, tantra, ayurveda, traditional chinese medicine, feng shui and Buddhist philosophy informally but extensively); but, as a person of predominantly British ancestry, the deepest and most powerful magick I bring forth tends to be drawn from ancient, indigenous European traditions, rituals, symbologies and myths. I commune with angels, dance with faeries and sing the songs of my ancestors regularly." To learn more about and follow Cassandra: infinitegenesis.com/bio-links Facebook.com/Cassandra.coghill.37 Instagram.com/Cassandra.coghill About Chivas Sandage Chivas Sandage teaches women's writing workshops on Zoom and also works privately as a coach, editor, and consultant. Her workshops and coaching packages support women who want to heal and deepen their relationship with writing, generate new work, revise and edit, complete a project, give public readings, and publish. Chivas is a digital columnist at Ms. Magazine and her debut nonfiction book is forthcoming from the University of Texas Press. She won the 2021 Claire Keyes Poetry Award and is the author of Hidden Drive, a finalist for the Foreword Book of the Year Award in poetry. Her poems and essays have appeared in the Texas Observer, The Rumpus, The Long Now, and Deceleration News, among others. Follow her on Twitter @ChivasSandage. To learn more about and follow Chivas: http://www.csandage.com @ChivasSandage About Kelly Mahalak Kelly Mahalak is an Identity and Embodiment Coach specializing in helping women explore and express their deepest truths as they deconstruct learned beliefs and behaviors and remember how to live as their most authentic self. She is passionate about gathering women to create change in the world through community. She lives in Michigan with her 3 children. To learn more about and follow Kelly: www.Instagram.com/kellymahalak TikTok @kellymahalak And if you haven't yet joined The Year of WOMAN Membership, get to it! https://carinrockind.com/woman