Breakup Pep Talks

In this episode of Breakup Pep Talks, Sarah Curnoles breaks down why “Hot Divorcee Summer” has become such a powerful cultural moment for women reclaiming themselves after heartbreak. She explores the difference between performative healing and true emotional transformation, sharing how glow-ups rooted in validation, revenge, or avoidance still leave people emotionally stuck. Through personal stories, mindset shifts, and four healing pillars, Sarah shows listeners how to rebuild their identity, step into main character energy, and create a life bigger than the relationship they lost.   Share this episode with a friend who needs it!    Book your free Breakthrough Call with Sarah to receive your 3 opportunities for breakthroughs: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184078

In this episode of Breakup Pep Talks, Sarah sits down with women’s health expert Amy to explore how heartbreak and chronic stress impact women’s hormones, sleep, mood, focus, and overall health. Amy explains how breakups spike cortisol levels, disrupt dopamine and serotonin, and can trigger everything from brain fog and exhaustion to PMS flare-ups, irritability, cravings, and anxiety. Together, they unpack why healing doesn’t require a dramatic life overhaul, but instead starts with small moments of self-care, body awareness, better sleep, nourishing food, movement, and understanding your cycle. This conversation is a powerful reminder that many women aren’t “crazy” or “broken” after heartbreak — their bodies are responding to stress, and learning to care for themselves again is part of rebuilding their identity after loss.   Are you ready to explore receiving support around your breakup so you can feel free faster? It's time to move on and start your next chapter feeling powerful and confident. Coaching might be the next step for you. To receive your personalized plan for a breakthrough, book a free call with Sarah here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073   Want to learn more about Amy?  Listen to her podcast This Incredible Mom Life Podcast  Facebook  Instagram  Threads  LinkedIn  YouTube

Book your free Breakthrough Call with Sarah: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073 Connect with Priya!  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/findingyourvoicewithpriya  Youtube: youtube.com/@priyasudarsanam  lIG: @unmute_with_priya

Sarah interviews personal stylist Nadine Naue to explore how style can be a powerful tool for healing after a breakup and reclaiming your identity. They discuss how women often lose confidence and self-expression in relationships—and how intentional wardrobe choices can help you reconnect with who you are and who you’re becoming. Learn how to use fashion as a confidence-building strategy, shift your mindset, and step into your next chapter with clarity, magnetism, and self-trust. Receive Nadine's Effortless Outfit Formula. Access it here!    Have a Free 20 min Consultation with Nadine: https://www.nadinenaue.com/book Connect with Nadine on Instagram: @nadine.naue   Tik Tok: nadinenaue1 

You think you need closure, but what if that belief is the very thing keeping you stuck? In this episode, breakup coach Sarah Curnoles breaks down why the search for closure is actually a distraction from the real work of healing. Through a powerful client story, she reveals that what people call closure is often unresolved grief, identity loss, and fear of uncertainty. Closure doesn’t come from them. Closure is a personal process, and this episode tells you everything you need to know.

If your goal after a breakup is to “just move on,” you’re aiming way too low—and settling for a life that hasn’t truly changed. In this episode, Sarah challenges you to see heartbreak as a catalyst for reinvention, not just recovery, and shares how her own breakup revealed she had been playing small in her life. This pep talk will push you to break old patterns, expand into a bigger identity, and go after the life and love you actually want—not just what feels comfortable. Book a clarity call to see if The Bad Girls Breakup Society is right for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

This episode reframes your breakup as an eviction from a life you’ve outgrown, not just a loss—an invitation to step into a bigger, more aligned version of yourself. Sarah challenges the idea that time alone heals, arguing that without identity-level change, you’ll keep repeating the same relationship patterns. She invites listeners to cross the threshold from recovery into full reinvention, choosing growth, self-leadership, and a new standard for love.   Book your 15 minute clarity call to declare your next step with the Bad Girls Breakup Society https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=86299023

If you feel like you’ve lost your identity along with your relationship, this episode is your roadmap for stepping out of the wings and back into the spotlight of your own life. Sarah Curnoles breaks down the "Supporting Character Trap"—where we over-invest in others at our own expense—and shares how to pivot from passive sympathy for an ex to active investment in yourself. Using the "New Choice" improv tool and a three-step identity audit, you’ll learn that you aren’t starting over from square one; you are rewriting your origin story with more power than ever before. Ready to play The Dare Game? Sign up: https://sarahcurnoles.com/dare Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

After a breakup, many women don’t just lose the relationship—they shrink their desires and call it “being realistic.” This episode exposes the subtle ways you might be budgeting your joy and lowering your standards in the name of healing. Sarah shares how heartbreak can quietly recalibrate your life around disappointment instead of possibility—and how to shift out of it. You’ll learn the difference between a “fixer-upper life” and a premium life identity, and why self-awareness alone isn’t enough to create change. Plus, an invitation to step back into your power through a bold, playful Truth or Dare challenge designed to get you out of your head and back into your life. Join the dare game: https://sarahcurnoles.com/dare  

How can play be the secret to healing? I explore why self attack is a common way to help control a challenging situation after a breakup and how you can use the opposite approach to actually see results faster.  Plus I have a special invite for you to join me in The Dare Game happening April 16-22! It's a free way to play and heal at the same time! Sign up here: www.sarahcurnoles.com/dare

I thought if I was the perfect partner, he’d never leave. I was wrong. Being the "good girl" in my relationship actually caused the end. I decided to heal by doing the direct opposite of what I usually do. And what I learned were 5 lessons that turned my breakup into my comeback.    Join the waitlist for the Bad Girl's Breakup Society: www.sarahcurnoles.com/badgirl Or DM me DARE on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

After a breakup, we often find ourselves replaying happy memories and wishing we could get it back. But here is the secret: you aren't actually longing for your ex; you’re longing for the sense of aliveness you felt in their presence. In this episode, we explore why your brain outsources your magic to others and how to reclaim your role as the Wizard of Oz in your own life. Learn how to stop chasing the dopamine hit of a past relationship and start cultivating a life that feels electric, even while folding laundry.   DM Me on Instagram "Tell me the secret" to hear more about what's coming up.  https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

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Your feelings are signals, not strategies. After a breakup, your emotions are louder than your logic, but loud just because it's loud doesn't mean it's wise. Learn how to handle your emotions and exactly what to do to move forward after a breakup. Get my exact process for healing and thriving in my free masterclass www.sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass

When you go through a breakup, it actually lights up the same region in your brain as when you're experiencing physical pain.   This episode will help you to reclaim your brain and your life after your breakup. Learn from scientific research and observed patterns and what to do to finally feel free again.   If you're ready to take this to the next level, join my free masterclass From Hot Mess to Badass to learn my step by step system to help you to heal and feel like your most badass self again: www.sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass

This episode explores why you might still feel stuck on your ex despite doing all the “right” things, and reframes your breakup as a powerful turning point for stepping into your authentic self. Sarah breaks down common myths about healing (like distraction, time, and vague self-love advice) and introduces a practical framework for aligning your heart with healing through nervous system safety, mind management, reduced attachment, and a compelling future vision. She closes by inviting listeners to see their breakup as a catalyst for growth, resilience, and a bigger, more purposeful life—and offers one-on-one coaching support to help guide that transformation. Come over to instagram https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/ and DM me "COACH" to learn more about working with me as YOUR coach! 

In this episode, Sarah Curnoles walks you through exactly what she would do if she were broken up with today—step by step—to reclaim her power and create her ultimate comeback story. She breaks down how to stabilize your nervous system, depersonalize the breakup, assign empowering meaning, channel pain into creation, and design a future that excites you. This pep talk is a practical roadmap for turning heartbreak into the starting point of a life that feels aligned, intentional, and deeply yours. Join the free masterclass: www.sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass

This meditation will help guide you to finding a new focus for your Valentine's Day and to get clear about how you want to experience the day.  Register for the masterclass offered exclusively for podcast listeners this month From Hot Mess to Badass: https://sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass

This episode is a compassionate pep talk for anyone navigating heartbreak during a love-saturated season, reminding you that Valentine’s Day doesn’t define your worth—and you always get to decide what this day means.Join the free Master Class From Hot Mess to Badass, exclusive this month to podcast listeners: https://sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass Explore 1:1 coaching with me in a free no-pressure consultation call: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073 

Regain emotional stability and clarity after a breakup so you can stop the spiral, interrupt old patterns, and move forward without forcing healing or doing it alone. For a laser-focused session with me (only offered in February 2026!) book yours here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=88698412 Join my free Masterclass From Hot Mess to Badass to learn what's keeping you stuck in the past and what to do differently to move on. Sign up here: www.sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass

A breakup can crack something far deeper than the relationship itself—especially if it activates an abandonment wound you didn’t even know you had. In this episode, Sarah shares her personal story and breaks down why some breakups feel disproportionately devastating, leaving you panicked, frozen, or questioning your worth. You’ll learn how abandonment wounds form, why insight alone isn’t enough to heal them, and what it actually takes to rebuild self-trust so you stop abandoning yourself when someone else leaves.Join my free masterclass to learn how to understand why you've struggle to get over your ex and finally get clear on what to do to move forward. Sign up here: www.sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass

"You're not too emotional. You're overthinking and under-feeling."Sign up for the free one-hour masterclass Hot Mess to Badass happening on January 28: https://sarahcurnoles.com/masterclass  

If you’re stuck in the same relationship patterns, replaying the same heartbreak, or wondering why nothing changes no matter how much work you do—this episode is for you.The problem isn’t your ex, your trauma, or your past. It’s your unexamined mind.In this episode, Sarah breaks down how unquestioned thoughts quietly run your love life—and why awareness, not effort, is the real starting point for freedom.Book your free and personalized consultation call here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

You can’t rebuild yourself after a breakup from mindset alone. This episode reveals why overthinking, staying busy, and “working on yourself” often fail — and what it really takes to come back into self-trust, clarity, and confidence. If you’re ready to stop feeling lost and start feeling like yourself again, this one’s for you.Book your private consultation call here to explore coaching for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073 Tag me on Instagram and share your favorite takeaway @sarahcurnoles

What if your breakup wasn’t a failure—but an invitation?In this episode, I’m joined by life coach, Reiki master, and school psychologist Laura Flowers for a deep, honest conversation about healing after heartbreak, trusting your intuition, and remembering who you are beneath the roles, relationships, and expectations you’ve outgrown.We talk about why so many women ignore their intuition until a breakup forces them to listen, how to reconnect with yourself without self-blame, and why true healing isn’t about fixing yourself—but coming back home to who you already are.Laura also shares how she blends psychology and energy work, how Reiki can support emotional healing after a breakup, and why healing in community—especially through retreats—can dramatically accelerate transformation.Learn more about Laura Flowers: https://lauraflowersllc.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajane23Tag me and share your ah-ha moments with me on Instagram!  https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

Finding love after divorce isn’t about rushing, fixing yourself, or getting the timing “right.” In this episode, Sarah sits down with Chanelle Carlin to talk honestly about what actually changes when love finds you again—healing worthiness wounds, breaking old patterns, and building a full life before partnership. Chanelle shares her journey from divorce to remarriage and the surprising ways being single became a powerful season of growth, not a waiting room. This conversation is for anyone afraid they missed their chance at love and needs a grounded, hopeful truth instead.Get in touch with Chanelle:IG: https://www.instagram.com/chanelle.carlin/Now You May Kiss Podcast: https://chanellecarlin.com/podcast/ Blog Post - the Power of Gratitude in Marriage: https://chanellecarlin.com/gratitude-in-marriage/FB: https://www.facebook.com/ChanelleCarlinWeddings/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChanelleCarlin

In this episode, Sarah sits down with dating and love coach Valerie Adams to unpack why changing your circumstances doesn’t change your dating results—unless you change yourself. Valerie shares how her own struggles with emotionally unavailable partners led her to deep inner work, ultimately attracting her first healthy relationship and building a coaching practice rooted in subconscious healing. Together, they explore why patterns repeat, how beliefs quietly run the show, and why healing after heartbreak is not a delay—but an advantage. This conversation is a grounded, hopeful reminder that it’s not about timing or luck, but alignment. Connect with Valerie: Instagram: @themindfulbabeTikTok: @thevalerieadamsPodcast: The Mindful Babes PodcastFree Resources: 30 Journal Prompts to Attract an Emotionally Available Man: https://themindfulbabe.lpages.co/the-30-journal-prompts-to-attract-an-emotionally-available-man/ The End of Almost Free 3-Part Training Series: https://themindfulbabe.lpages.co/the-end-of-almost-series/ 

In this end-of-year episode of Breakup Pep Talks, Sarah guides listeners through a powerful reflection ritual to consciously close out 2025 and prepare for 2026 with clarity and self-trust. Using Terri Cole’s framework, she challenges the belief that a hard year is an empty year and teaches how to separate the gold (growth, resilience, lessons) from the crap (patterns, roles, and stories that no longer serve). Instead of defaulting to resolutions, Sarah invites listeners to look honestly at peak experiences, personal strengths, and unconscious patterns that shaped the year. The episode emphasizes making intentional meaning from heartbreak, failure, and struggle—so those experiences become fuel rather than baggage. Listeners are guided to “break up” with 2025 cleanly and step into 2026 focused on how they want to feel, not who they’re trying to fix.Share with Sarah your thoughts on Instagram @sarahcurnoles

Learn more about Ryan on Instagram @bodybyryanfitness, learn more about his coaching at bodybyryan.com and listen to his podcast “These Little Moments”You can watch the viral video Sarah mentioned here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DObojF9kgM8/Be sure to share your most memorable moment on Instagram and tag Ryan @bodybyryanfitness and Sarah @sarahcurnoles

In this episode, Sarah breaks down the exact 4-step process she teaches clients to move through painful breakup triggers without spiraling or losing momentum. She explains how triggers are really just old programming asking for an update — and how a few simple shifts can instantly create safety, clarity, and emotional relief. If you’ve ever been hit by “that song,” “that street,” or “that memory,” this episode will help you reclaim your power and remember your strength. Join Over it and Onward, starting December 3: https://sarahcurnoles.com/over-it-and-onward/over-it-and-onward

Join the 90 day group program Over It and Onward starting December 3! For 12 weeks you'll get live teaching and group coaching from me to help you move on and rediscover yourself! More information here: https://sarahcurnoles.com/over-it-and-onward/over-it-and-onward

In this episode, we talk about that phase in a breakup when it feels like everything is burning down. You'll receive a simple, doable 5-step process to move through those moments of pain so that you can get to the relief on the other side. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this pain ever going to turn into something meaningful?” — this episode is the reminder that yes, it will. And that rebirth is already happening, even if you can’t see it yet.To join the free 3-day challenge Over Your Ex in a Weekend sign up here: https://sarah-curnoles-coaching.kit.com/482d05abdc

In this episode of Breakup Peptalks, Sarah Curnoles dives deep into what it truly means to be over your ex and how to get there. She defines being over an ex as no longer being emotionally tied to that person or relationship — feeling free, peaceful, and excited for the future. Sarah explores the subconscious reasons people stay stuck, such as fear of the unknown, loneliness, or clinging to memories for comfort. She explains that suffering comes from resisting reality and that healing begins with one powerful act: deciding to let go. Through conscious decisions and new habits, like focusing on yourself twice for every thought about your ex, you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and power. The episode ends with an invitation to declare, “I’m done,” and step into the next chapter of your life with clarity and confidence.Join the free Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howtogetoveryourbreakup

In this episode, Sarah Curnoles shares how to shift from a victim mentality to a hero mindset after a breakup, so you can stop overanalyzing the past and start creating your next chapter with power and purpose. She offers practical steps to reclaim your strength, focus on what’s in your control, and move forward—one small win at a time.Book your free discovery call here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

Ever wonder why you feel even more obsessed with someone after they rejected you? We're going to explore why this happens and what you can do instead. Register for the free Be Your Own Hero workshop on October 29 at 1pm EDT: https://sarah-curnoles-coaching.kit.com/9d0ff86fa9

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Come over to Instagram and DM me your #1 takeaway from this and I will give you these steps written with journaling prompts! https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

Book your free consultation to explore private coaching with Sarah: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073 Join the free meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/breakup-and-divorce-support/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize

Come over to Instagram and DM me the one thing you're going drop this week so you can unhook from your ex. https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

Come on over to Instagram and tell me your personal gift: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/To book your free consultation call and discuss your options for private coaching, get yourself on my calendar here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

Come over to instagram and DM me how your self soothing is going: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/If you want deeper support, personalized plans, and accountability so that you actually see real change, book a free consultation call to see if working with me as your life coach is the right step for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

Come on over to instagram @sarahcurnoles and follow along for more stories, tips, and support to get over your breakup. Message me your plot twist energy story, I want to hear from you! https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

If you’re ready to stop chasing the wrong ending and start writing a story you love, DM me ‘PLOT’ on Instagram. I’ll send you a free first step to help you turn your breakup into your best chapter yet.  https://www.instagram.com/sarahcurnoles/

Join my free Facebook group to help you get over your breakup here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howtogetoveryourbreakupAnd book your free consultation to explore getting personalized support and help each and every week for 6 whole months! Book here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

If this resonated with you and you want to work with me as your coach, book your free consultation while spots are still available: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

Want help getting over betrayal and rebuilding your ability to trust yourself and others so you can have a healthy relationship? I got you. Book a free consultation call with me and we will begin to transform you relationships. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13002720&appointmentType=2184073

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