Have you ever felt like you're losing a piece of yourself in a relationship? Like the 'you' before your partner slowly fades away? In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, your hosts Lisa and Sovereign are diving deep into why so many women find themselves in this exact situation, exploring the subtle shifts and societal pressures that lead to a diminished sense of self when partnered. But first, in Tea Time, they discuss the latest NBC poll revealing Gen Z’s gender divide on what success means, Epstein’s infamous birthday book, and the heartbreaking story of an elderly man scammed by Meta’s flirty AI chatbot. Later, the hosts debut a brand new game called Therapy or the Void, putting characters of Sex and the City to the ultimate test.   🎧 This episode is all about recognizing the patterns that erase women’s individuality and finding the tools to prioritize independence, self-worth, and authenticity in relationships.   🎙️ Topics Discussed: Why women minimize themselves to fit societal expectations Sacrificing dreams and identity for partners Media’s role in romanticizing unhealthy relationships Gen Z’s gender divide on defining success How women can reclaim independence and self-worth   ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned:NBC Poll: Gender Divide Among Gen Z on Defined Successhttps://www.nbcnews.com/video/shorts/nbc-poll-finds-big-gender-divide-among-gen-z-247116357733 Epstein’s Birthday Bookhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/see-epsteins-full-birthday-book-with-alleged-personal-messages-from-trump-clinton-and-others Meta’s Flirty AI Chatbot Invited a Retiree to New York. He Never Made It Homehttps://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/meta-ai-chatbot-death/   📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Stop Waiting For Your Hypothetical Husband https://youtu.be/6CiOm04JNVc?si=J55QZuGauIuIB0NsUntamed by Glennon Doylehttps://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Glennon-Doyle-Melton/dp/1984801252 Women Who Run With The Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estéshttps://tinyurl.com/3ncrc22k Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimeshttps://www.mahoganybooks.com/9781476777092?searchid=0&search_query=The+year+of+yes   💌 Join the Conversation:Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. Your message might be featured in a future episode.   ☕✨ Support the Show:Join our Patreon community! Sign up for free, or become a Tea VIP for exclusive perks like: Bonus “Crumpets” segment – completely unhinged and uncensored Early access to episodes Voice memo mailbag access Ad-free listening A private feminist community👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea   ▶️ Subscribe & Watch Full Episodes on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast   📱 Follow Us Online:TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/the_audacitea_podcast   🕰️ Episode Chapters00:00 Welcome & Tea Time!04:17 Gen Z Gender Divide on Success11:33 Epstein’s Birthday Book15:36 Elderly Man Dies Trying To Cheat With Chatbot22:46 Why Women Lose Themselves in Relationships 31:10 Reframing Women's Roles and Personal Success 43:55 The Career-Driven Woman 48:00 Sacrificing for Others: The Patriarchal Script 54:49 The Impact of Gender Expectations 01:03:09 Living Life on Your Own Terms 01:10:11 Therapy Or The Void: Sex & The City 01:33:14 Poll Results: Passport Bros   🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio production, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound.   📩 For advertising, business, or general inquiries, email info@sirensound.co   💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.