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EPISODE · Jul 12, 2026 · 50 MIN

Episode 150:Why High Achieving Women Struggle to Find Love (And How to Build a Healthy Relationship)

from Permission to Shine: Empowering Women to Overcome Obstacles and Lead with Authenticity · host Sherisse Bisram

Episode 150: Why High Achieving Women Struggle to Find Love (And How to Build a Healthy Relationship)

Why does finding love often feel harder than building a successful career?In this insightful episode, Sherisse is joined by dating expert Rachel Mailer to explore why so many high achieving women struggle to create the healthy, fulfilling relationships they truly desire.Together, they unpack the hidden patterns that can keep women stuck in unhealthy dating cycles, from over-functioning and needing to stay in control to struggling to receive support and allow a relationship to unfold naturally.Rachel shares her own journey to finding love after transforming the way she approached dating through self-awareness, attachment theory, and intentional relationship practices. The conversation is filled with practical wisdom for women who are ready to stop chasing the wrong relationships and start creating space for the right one.In this episode, we explore:• Why high achieving women often find relationships more challenging than their careers
• The balance between feminine energy, healthy boundaries, and self-respect
• How attachment patterns influence the partners we choose
• The importance of identifying your relationship non-negotiables before you start dating
• Why asking the right questions early creates stronger, healthier connections
• How to stop over-functioning and create space for genuine partnershipRachel also shares practical tools to help women better understand their dating patterns, strengthen their self-awareness, and approach relationships with greater confidence and clarity.If you've ever wondered why love feels harder than success, or you're ready to build a relationship where you don't have to carry everything alone, this episode will leave you with practical insights and a fresh perspective on what healthy love really looks like.Rachel is a Dating, Confidence and Connection Expert who helps successful women date with confidence, reconnect with their feminine energy and build meaningful, lasting relationships without lowering their standards or losing themselves.https://www.instagram.com/rachelmailercoaching?igsh=MXRodHhpNXUza2x1ZQ==

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