This is from Season One, Episode 81, in 2023, and the quote is: "The past is your head, and the future is in your hands." It is interesting and enlightening to see how far I have come, and you should be celebrating your growth as well! Listen to the end for some guided deep breathing!
You can email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
You can also find me on Substack, where I share weekly musings and the video version of this podcast.
This winter can feel heavy for many men, especially as the days get shorter and life's uncertainties set in. I am offering my Winter of a Man 30-minute coaching session for half off through the end of January. I
f you are seeking encouragement, clarity, or a genuine connection during these challenging months, this space is for you.
Book your session and step into the season with more confidence and support. stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
This was my most-played episode from last year (Season Three). I hope you enjoy the replay and the message!
Confidence for Men Series: Conversations that Build Connection
Does small talk make you anxious? Do you struggle to keep a conversation flowing without overthinking every word? In today's episode of Here Comes Sunshine, we're talking about the art of building meaningful conversations with ease. Whether it's in dating, business, or deepening friendships.
You'll learn:
Simple conversation starters that feel natural (not forced).
How to keep a conversation going without awkward silences.
The secret to making people feel seen and heard.
Action Step: Start a conversation with someone new this week using one of the techniques shared.
If you've been following our confidence series, you know we've built the mindset and daily habits; now it's time to take that confidence into real-life interactions.
Need help solidifying your confidence? Let's connect!
You can email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
You can also find me on Substack, where I share weekly musings and the video version of this podcast.
This winter can feel heavy for many men, especially as the days get shorter and life's uncertainties set in.
I am offering my Winter of a Man 30-minute coaching session for half off through the end of January. If you are seeking encouragement, clarity, or a genuine connection during these challenging months, this space is for you. Book your session and step into the season with more confidence and support. stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
In this short and heartfelt episode, I pause to share some incredible updates about this podcast and to say thank you.
The numbers came in, and they reminded me that this little Sarah who could is actually reaching the people who need encouragement, hope, honesty, and a gentle nudge forward.
It means more than you know. As we move toward the launch of Season 5 on Wednesday, January 14th, I will continue revisiting a few favorite episodes from past seasons.
They are the stories and lessons that still hold power, and I want you to have them close as we begin a new chapter together.
Thank you for listening. Thank you for being here. And thank you for letting me shine a little light into your world.
You can email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
You can also find me on Substack, where I share weekly musings and the video version of this podcast.
This winter can feel heavy for many men, especially as the days get shorter and life's uncertainties set in.
I am offering my Winter of a Man 30-minute coaching session for half off through the end of January. If you are seeking encouragement, clarity, or a genuine connection during these challenging months, this space is for you. Book your session and step into the season with more confidence and support. stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
Happy Holidays, my handsome friend!
Through December and January, I am doing something special. Each Wednesday, I’m bringing back one episode from the first four seasons.
These throwback episodes are here to support you during the winter months while I get Season 5 ready for its January 14 premiere!
These are RANDOMLY selected. This episode was from Season One, Episode 83, which was recorded on February 9, 2023. Wow, I have enjoyed rambling to you for these past four seasons!!! What were YOU doing in February 2023?
If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to hear from you.
You can email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
You can also find me on Substack, where I share weekly musings and the video version of this podcast.
If you want to go deeper, book a private session at stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
Reminder: I am still offering my 30-minute Session Special and have extended it until the end of JANUARY! Get on my calendar!!
This episode is about redefining strength, identity, and purpose in this stage of your life. You are not past your prime. You are stepping into a deeper one. Let’s talk about how to build a life you are proud to inhabit and start to plant the seeds NOW!
If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to hear from you.
You can email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
You can also find me on Substack, where I share weekly musings and the video version of this podcast.
This winter can feel heavy for many men, especially as the days get shorter and the uncertainty of life settles in. I am offering my Winter of a Man 30-minute coaching session for half off through the end of January.
If you are craving encouragement, clarity, or simply a genuine connection during these challenging months, this is a space created for you.
Book your session and step into the season with more confidence and support stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
Relationships often tighten or strain as winter approaches. In this episode, we explore the subtle drift that can occur between partners and how to reintroduce warmth without pressure or emotional force.
Small, steady connection can change everything.
If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to hear from you.
You can email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
You can also find me on Substack, where I share weekly musings and the video version of this podcast,
This winter can feel heavy for many men, especially as the days get shorter and the uncertainty of life settles in. I am offering my Winter of a Man 30-minute coaching session for half off through the end of January. If you are craving encouragement, clarity, or simply a genuine connection during these challenging months, this is a space created for you.
Book your session and step into the season with more confidence and support. stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
You can listen to Here Comes Sunshine on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thanks for being here, for growing, and for showing up for yourself. I’ll see you next week.
This week, we explore the quiet loneliness many men carry in silence. If you have ever felt unseen or emotionally alone even when surrounded by others, this episode will feel familiar.
Learn how to create meaningful connections without feeling weak, needy, or exposed.
If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to hear from you.
You can email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
You can also find me on Substack, where I share weekly musings and the video version of this podcast, or if you want to go deeper, book a private session at stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
You can listen to Here Comes Sunshine on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thanks for being here, for growing, and for showing up for yourself. I’ll see you next week.
A four-episode November series for men ages 40 plus navigating identity, loneliness, relationships, purpose, and emotional endurance as the seasons change.
Today, we explore the emotional and biological shift that happens in men as we move into the colder, darker months. If you are feeling tired, less motivated, disconnected, or irritable, nothing is wrong with you. Your body is responding to a seasonal shift. Learn how to support your mood, energy, and sense of self with simple and powerful adjustments that help you thrive through winter rather than collapse under it.
Contect with Sarah:
Video version of the podcast at sarahvalentinemusings.substack.com
You can also explore my coaching offerings and resources at https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
This week on Here Comes Sunshine, we’re diving deep into a topic many men (and women *raises own hand*) struggle with, but rarely talk about: passive-aggressive behavior.
From brooding silence and simmering resentment to sarcasm, excuse-making, or blame-shifting, these patterns can quietly sabotage connection and happiness.
I’ll walk you through what’s really behind these behaviors and, more importantly, how to shift them.
You’ll learn practical ways to speak your truth, set boundaries without guilt, and build emotional strength that leads to healthier communication and real confidence.
Because when you stop hiding behind frustration or hurtful sarcasm, you start showing up as the man you’re meant to be.
Contact Sarah:Email: sarah@intimateconsciousness.comCoaching, guides & more: https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentine
Are you feeling out of sorts and wondering if it is more than just the blues?
In today’s episode of Here Comes Sunshine, I will dive into the often-overlooked ways depression can appear in men, not just emotionally, but physically and behaviorally.
From irritability and exhaustion to changes in habits or drive, men often experience depression differently from women, and it can be easy to miss the signs.
Join me as I talk about the symptoms, normalize the conversation, and take the first steps toward healing and self-awareness.
You are NOT alone, and I am here for YOU!
Want to watch this episode on video? Subscribe to my Substack: sarahvalentinemusings.substack.com
Contact Sarah:Email: sarah@intimateconsciousness.comCoaching, guides & more: https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentine
In this week’s episode of Here Comes Sunshine, I’m answering an honest and important listener question:
“What if I don’t want to quit porn, but I want to make sure I’m healthy?”
This conversation is all about awareness, not shame. As someone who once worked as a spicy content creator before becoming a Clinical Sexologist, I understand both sides of this conversation deeply. We’ll talk about what healthy porn use actually looks like, what the science says about dopamine and the brain, and how to stay connected to real intimacy, whether that’s with a partner or with yourself.
There’s no judgment here, only truth, compassion, and tools to help you find balance and deeper connection in your life.
You can listen to Here Comes Sunshine on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform.
Watch the video version on Substack.
If this episode resonates, reach out for a private session or to share your story at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com, or visit https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentine to connect.
In today’s episode of Here Comes Sunshine with Sarah Valentine, we’re diving into the power of community, especially for men in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. After my own divorce, I had to rebuild my life and find my people again, and it wasn’t easy. Today, I want to share what I learned about connection, belonging, and the courage it takes to put yourself out there later in life.
If you’ve been feeling isolated, unsure where to start, or like your best connections are behind you, this conversation is for you.
We’ll talk about why community is essential for emotional and physical health, how to start building one that fits your life now, and simple ways to start finding your tribe again.
Video version of the podcast at sarahvalentinemusings.substack.com You can also explore my coaching offerings and resources at https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
In this episode of Here Comes Sunshine, I’m talking about something a lot of men in their 40s, 50s, and beyond struggle with but rarely say out loud, gooning, or getting lost in porn, and how it impacts real intimacy with a partner.
There’s no judgment here. Many of you have known me since my days as a creator on spicy platforms, and I want you to know, I get it. Back then, I was acting out my own trauma drama, and looking for connection in ways that didn’t serve me. So when I say I understand how easy it is to get hooked, I mean it.
We’ll explore how you can begin to shift back toward real, meaningful intimacy, without shame and without losing hope.
If you’re ready to move from screen-based escape into connection, this one’s for you.
Watch the video version and subscribe for weekly encouragement here: https://sarahvalentinemusings.substack.comListen on your favorite podcast platform: Here Comes SunshineBook a one-on-one coaching session: https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentineEmail me directly: sarah@intimateconsciousness.com
Have you ever felt bamboozled by love and swept up in someone else’s world only to lose yourself in the process? In this week’s episode of Here Comes Sunshine, I open up about my own journey through divorce, toxic relationships, and the lessons I learned about identity, mental health, and slowing down in the second half of life.
This one is especially for men over 45 who are navigating relationships, life challenges, and the roadblocks life throws at you.
Together we’ll look at:
If you’re ready to live unapologetically, on your own terms, this episode is for you.
Watch the video version and get weekly encouragement on Substack: https://sarahvalentinemusings.substack.com
Want to connect one-on-one? Book a session: https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentine
Email me with topics you’d love to hear discussed: sarah@intimateconsciousness.com
Thanks for being here, and let’s keep doing life together.
In this episode of Here Comes Sunshine, I’m talking about the importance of taking care of your health as we age, especially for my Gen X men out there.
We’ll dive into the essentials: sleep, nutrition, stress relief, and exercise, and why these habits matter even more in the second half of life.
This isn’t about perfection or chasing six-packs; it’s about energy, confidence, and longevity so you can enjoy what’s ahead. Plus, I’ll share some simple action steps you can start today to feel better in your body and your life.
Want to watch this podcast (yes, me on video!), subscribe to my substack, and get my podcast and more delivered to your email: https://sarahvalentinemusings.substack.com
Contact me at: sarah@intimateconsciousness.com
Welcome back to Here Comes Sunshine!
After a summer break, I’m excited to be back with you and to let you know the podcast will now drop every Wednesday.
This season, I’m adding something new: video.
You’ll be able to watch each episode on my Substack, so be sure to subscribe and join me there at https://substack.com/@sarahvalentinemusings
If you’d like to dive deeper and chat one-on-one, you can grab a spot on my calendar through my Stan Store https://stan.store/the_sarah_valentine.
And I’d love to hear from you, so email me with any topics or questions you’d like me to cover in upcoming episodes at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com.
This podcast is all about encouragement, insight, and honest conversations in the second half of life for handsome and awesome men like YOU, and I’m so glad you’re here with me
I'm taking a break for the month of August and look forward to returning in September with new episodes to help encourage you!
If you have a question for the podcast or a topic you would like me to tackle, please email me at sarah@intimateconsciousness.com
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Today, I'm sharing my own experience with communication issues. I am trying my best, too!
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Are you going to listen to my patio chill rambles again? Have I told you lately how awesome you are? Thanks!
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You are actually going to listen to part two... I do heart you so! Thanks for listening!