Guest: Cristie Cerniglia Title: Relationship Coach Role: Founder of Relationships with a Map About the Guest: Cristie Cerniglia has been married for 30 years, is a proud mother of 4, and grandmother of 3. After experiencing her parents' divorce during her senior year of high school, Cristie became passionate about helping women build thriving relationships. Through her coaching, she empowers women to be "ridiculously happy" in their marriages and other important relationships. Her mission is to end world divorce and create stronger, healthier connections. Episode Highlights: In this episode, Cristie Cerniglia discusses the transformative power of mindset shifts and how they influence the way others respond to us. She offers three practical ways to revive your marriage, shares advice on navigating relationships, and dives into emerging relationship trends. Cristie also introduces the concept of transitioning into the Soft Girl Era, embracing femininity, and fostering deeper emotional connections in relationships. Timestamps: Intro – 0:00-0:51 Navigating Relationships – 00:52-1:37 Getting to Know Cristie – 1:38-11:08 Reviving Your Marriage – 11:09-25:32 New Look on Marriage – 25:33-30:56 How to Transfer to the Soft Girl Era – 30:57-36:35 Future Relationship Trends – 36:36-38:02 Cristie’s Future Plans – 38:03-39:17 BYOK Signature Question – 39:18-41:17 Outro – 41:18-42:19 Contact Information: Website: relationshipswithamap.com Instagram: @relationshipswithamap Visit ALL things BYOK: linktr.ee/be_yourownkind BetterHelp Offer: Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help: betterhelp.com/byok #sponsored Shop Custom Designs: Explore CBS3 Designs: etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs Get a 20% Discount on Black Girl Vitamins: https://blackgirlvitamins.co/?snowball=BYOK24&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=youtube-first-cohort-campaign&utm_campaign=BYOK24

Guest: Marcus Norman Title: Serial Entrepreneur Role: CEO of a Real Estate Investment Firm, ATMs, Cannabis Dispensary, and Airbnb About the Guest: Marcus Norman is a dynamic entrepreneur from St. Croix, a small Caribbean island, and a former U.S. Navy serviceman with 8 years of service. He has built a diverse business portfolio including real estate investments, ATMs, cannabis dispensaries, and Airbnb properties. His journey from military life to entrepreneurship is a testament to his resilience, strategic thinking, and passion for giving back. Marcus is also the host of the Gentlemen Style Podcast, where he shares insights on business, relationships, and purpose. Episode Highlights: In this episode, Marcus Norman shares his journey from military service to becoming a multi-business owner. He discusses the importance of pivoting during challenging times, the value of relationships in entrepreneurship, defining purpose, and the need for giving back to the community. Marcus also delves into his personal experiences with dating as an entrepreneur and offers his unique perspective on “ghosting” and loneliness. Timestamps: Intro: 0:00-03:24 Branching from MLM: 03:25-07:09 COVID Transferred Hobbies to Businesses: 07:10-09:42 Old Corporate Mind: 09:44-14:30 Marcus’ Investing Journey: 14:31-21:58 ATM Business Insights: 21:59-31:41 Navigating Dating as an Entrepreneur: 31:42-36:33 Definition of “Ghosting”: 36:34-44:22 Avoiding Loneliness: 44:23-47:14 Gentlemen Style Podcast Overview: 47:15-52:17 What’s Next for Marcus: 52:18-55:27 BYOK Signature Question: 55:28-57:57 Contacting Marcus: 57:58-58:48 Outro: 58:49-59:51 Marcus Contact Information:

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Guest: Kristal DeSantis Title: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Role: Author of STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man About the Guest: Kristal DeSantis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Austin, Texas, celebrated for her expertise in relationships, trauma work, and sex therapy. Her book, STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man, provides practical insights and guidance for navigating contemporary relationships. Through her work, Kristal emphasizes the significance of understanding modern dating dynamics and promotes the empowerment of men in developing meaningful connections. Episode Highlights: In this episode, Kristal DeSantis dives deep into the complexities of dating in today’s world, the motivation behind her book, and why men need practical relationship guidance. She provides valuable dating advice and shares strategies for maintaining intimacy and safety in relationships, along with key advice for marriages. The conversation also touches on the importance of navigating the digital dating landscape and the balance between love and family values. Timestamps: Intro: 0:00-01:32 Kristal's Book Motivation: 01:33-07:19 Men Are Not Mind Readers: 07:20-08:58 Biggest Challenges in Modern Dating: 08:59-14:43 Navigating Dating in a Digital Age: 14:44-16:43 Is It Love Over Family Values?: 16:44-18:49 Maintaining Intimacy in a Relationship: 18:50-24:03 Creating Safety in a Relationship: 24:04-26:53 Kristal's Future Plans: 26:54-28:32 Kristal's Advice for Marriages: 28:33-31:52 BYOK Signature Question: 31:53-32:26 Contacting Kristal: 32:27-32:49 Outro: 32:50-34:14 Contact Information: Website: strong.love Instagram: @atxtherapist Visit ALL things BYOK: linktr.ee/be_yourownkind BetterHelp Offer: Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help: betterhelp.com/byok #sponsored Be Our Guest: Want to be featured on the BYOK podcast? Fill out our guest form: form.typeform.com/to/fDQsNEd3 Shop Custom Designs: Explore CBS3 Designs: etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs Get a 20% Discount on Black Girl Vitamins: https://blackgirlvitamins.co/?snowball=BYOK24&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=youtube-first-cohort-campaign&utm_campaign=BYOK24