Stories from the Other Side with Bryn Daylor

Discovering Personal Growth and Empowerment Post-Divorce: Reflections from Bryn Daylor and Erica Bennett

In the latest episode of "The Crazy Ex-Wives Club," host Erica Bennett sits down with coach and storyteller Bryn Daylor to delve into the transformative power of personal growth post-divorce. This episode is a poignant exploration of self-discovery, healing, and the importance of storytelling in navigating the emotional labyrinth of life after a marriage ends.

Reflecting on the Past to Shape the Future Erica Bennett opens the conversation by sharing poignant reflections on her own past marriage. A significant health issue — SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) — led to Erica feeling overwhelmed, inadvertently causing her to take her partner’s efforts for granted. Now, in a healthier space and a new relationship, Erica emphasizes the importance of valuing her partner’s contributions and maintaining open communication. For instance, she highlighted the simple yet meaningful gesture of her current partner installing a water filtration system for her benefit.

Acknowledging Partners and Building Intimacy Building on this theme, Bryn Daylor speaks candidly about the critical role of consciously acknowledging and respecting one's partner to nurture intimacy. Her past relationship struggled due to withheld communication, which left emotional gaps that ultimately could not be bridged. Both Erica and Bryn caution listeners about the tendency to idealize new partners post-divorce, explaining how initial excitement can often be misleading.

The Healing Power of Storytelling A significant portion of the episode focuses on storytelling as a tool for healing. Bryn runs a group called "Telling Together," where women share their stories in a safe, supportive environment. She emphasizes that writing and sharing one’s story is not only cathartic but also crucial for emotional processing and healing. This concept resonates deeply with Erica, who confesses that she hadn’t told her story publicly before launching the podcast due to the potential for emotional hurt turning into anger and blame.

Journey of Personal Discovery Bryn’s journey of personal discovery was catalyzed by the pandemic, a time when she realized she had to form her beliefs independently of external influences. Leaving a ten-year marriage, she embarked on a path that included exploring new experiences in dating, sex, intimacy, and pleasure. This exploration led her to sex coaching, a career that empowers women to understand and articulate their desires.

Erica underscores the importance of cultivating a "desire practice" — regularly reflecting on and acting upon what brings joy and fulfillment, even outside of a sexual context. This practice aids in deepening self-awareness and enhancing overall well-being.

Focusing on Personal Narratives Both speakers discuss the "messy middle," a transitional phase laden with uncertainty and grief but essential for personal growth. Bryn recounts her transformative experience at Burning Man during her separation, an emblematic part of her journey towards self-discovery.

The conversation highlights the importance of gratitude, communication, and storytelling in emotional growth and relationship improvement. Bryn advises sharing stories in safe environments first to brace oneself for judgment while reinforcing the mindset to view new opportunities with excitement rather than fear.

In closing, both Bryn and Erica inspire listeners to give themselves grace, to do their best, and to trust the healing process. They remind us that personal growth is a journey, and it’s all about writing the next chapter of your life with intention and self-awareness.

Stay tuned for the next episode, which promises more advice and tips for navigating life post-divorce. This journey may be challenging, but with the right tools and mindset, it's an opportunity for profound personal transformation.

Learn More About This Week’s Guest: Bryn Daylor

Bryn is passionate about storytelling and its power to connect and inspire. At 11, she won a school-wide storytelling competition, sparking a lifelong love for sharing stories. Years later, during a challenging divorce, she began sharing her journey online, attracting thousands of followers and building a loyal community. With her expertise, Bryn has launched two companies, two podcasts, delivered impactful keynotes, and created webinars generating over $10,000 each—all rooted in the art of compelling storytelling. Today, she helps others unlock their potential by using their stories to create meaningful impact and opportunities.

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryndaylor 
• Tell Better Stories: https://bryndaylor.myflodesk.com/qvjnwd004o 
• Workshop: https://bryndaylor.co/confidence 
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