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The Sage Sorority
Hosted by Shantel Rousseau Ā· EN
š” Wisdom. Sisterhood. Real Talk.
Welcome to The Sage Sororityāthe ultimate podcast for modern women navigating life, career, and relationships with confidence, humour, and a little bit of chaos. Hosted from London, this show is your weekly dose of unfiltered big sister advice, blending deep conversations with fun, relatable insights on self-worth, success, dating, and personal growth.
āØ What Youāll Get in Every Episode:
āļø Raw, real conversations about life as a woman in your 30s & 40s
āļø Empowering advice on career, money, relationships & self-care
āļø Expert guests & inspiring women sharing their unfiltered truths
āļø A mix of deep wisdom & playful banterābecause lifeās too short for boring podcasts
If youāre figuring out who you are, what you want, and how to live a life that feels as good as it looks, youāre in the right place. Join us for honest discussions on personal growth, female friendships, modern love, and leveling up in every aspect of life.
š New episodes every Thursday
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š Connect with us: @thesagesorority
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episode 026 - july favourites
Aug 7, 202500:18:23Tap to summarizeWant to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ueWant to partner w/The Sage Sorority Podcast? Letās chat - thesagesorority@gmail.comHave a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesorority--This one's a lighter, chatty catch-upāthink of it as an audio journal entry. Youāll hear about the songs, snacks, beauty finds, books, and little life moments I loved in July. From weekend trips and networking events to long walks and film camera nostalgia, it's a mix of musings and must-trys. I also share a few reminders about commitment, whimsy, and letting go of whatās not meant for you, xx!---šSUBSTACK// https://open.substack.com/pub/thesagesororityINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/youtube: http://bit.ly/45ei8wOspotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseaušāāā
Transcribe āepisode 025 - the sisterhood chronicles: the friendship audit
Jul 31, 202500:42:31Tap to summarizeEPISODE TWENTY-FIVE (!!!!)Want to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ueHave a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesororityšSUBSTACK// https://open.substack.com/pub/thesagesororityINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/spotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseaušāāāa major milestone, woo!! Whether you've been here since episode one or just joined us, thank you for tuning in. This week, we're continuing The Sisterhood Chronicles, pt 3 with a practical, thought-provoking episode on the friendships that shape our livesā¦ and the ones that quietly drain them.In this episode, I share how to audit your current friendships with honesty and intention. This isnāt about cutting people off, but it is about getting real with how you feel, what youāre noticing and how your relationships are actually functioning.We cover:āØ The difference between toxic vs. unreciprocatedāØ What to do when youāre always the one reaching outāØ Passive friendship vs. performative friendshipāØ Signs of emotional safety, subtle competition or scarcityāØ The myth of effortless adult connectionāØ Friendship breaks, downgrades, and what āa five-star friendā looks likeThis is your reminder to notice patterns, not incidents and to be the friend you want to receive. Not all friendships are meant to last forever. Some need boundaries. Some need softness. Some just need to shift.Book Rec...Platonic: How Understanding Your Attachment Style Can Help You Make and Keep Friends by Marisa G. Franco
Transcribe āepisode 024 - the therapy episode
Jul 24, 202500:53:08Tap to summarizeWant to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ue--Not every therapist will be your person. Not every session will feel like a breakthrough. But when itās right? It shifts everything.In this episode, Iām breaking down the different types of therapy (mainstream + niche), how to actually get started without spending a fortune, why therapy sometimes doesnāt work, and a few personal stories from my own journey in and out of it since I was 18.This oneās honest, practical, and hopefully helpful, so whether youāre brand new to therapy or deep in the work, enjoy xx!Books mentioned:ā¢ Maybe You Should Talk to Someone ā Lori Gottliebā¢ The State of Affairs ā Esther Perelā¢ Attached ā Amir Levineā¢ The Body Keeps the Score ā Bessel van der Kolkā¢ It Didnāt Start With You ā Mark Wolynnā¢ What Happened to You? ā Oprah & Bruce Perryā¢ The Drama of the Gifted Child ā Alice MillerDM me your thoughts, or share this with a friend who needs it š---Have a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesororityšSUBSTACK// https://open.substack.com/pub/thesagesororityINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/spotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseaušāāā
Transcribe āepisode 023 - the sisterhood chronicles: making new friends
Jul 17, 202500:30:23Tap to summarizeMaking new friends in your 30s isnāt easy, but itās possible. In this episode, we get into real strategies for expanding your circle, from WhatsApp groups to Bumble BFF to simply learning how to follow up better. If youāve been craving deeper connection or just feeling a little stuck socially, this oneās for you babes xx!--Want to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ueHave a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesororityšINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/spotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseauš
Transcribe āepisode 022 - a slow and sexy summer
Jul 10, 202500:27:35Tap to summarizeNot every summer has to be your 'outside era.' In this episode, Shantel explores how to reclaim the softer side of summer and use this sacred season as a time for emotional integration and spiritual reset. From debunking the myth of the productive summer to practical rituals for slow living, this is your permission slip to choose presence over performance."Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you." - Anne Lamott--Want to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ueHave a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesororityšINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/spotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseaušāāā
Transcribe āEPISODE 021 - New Month, New Mood (Between The Pages)
Jul 3, 202500:25:20Tap to summarizeIn this slower, more honest episode, I share whatās been on my mind since getting back from Athens and Mykonos. The realisations, the beauty faves Iām obsessed with and the soft reminders Iām carrying into this new month and new quarter.We talk summer shifts, invisible weight, the scam of being palatable, and why Iām committed to growing gently, even when the world feels noisy.Oh, and a word to the people who never quite saw me clearly: I havenāt folded, Iāve just evolved.If youāve been feeling a little tired, a little unsure, or a little tender in your becomingā¦ this oneās for you!LIP GLOSS// https://go.shopmy.us/p-20556663BODY GLOW// https://go.shopmy.us/p-20556739BODY GLOW// https://go.shopmy.us/p-20556792BRONZER// https://go.shopmy.us/p-20556891FACE GLOW// https://go.shopmy.us/p-20431610--Want to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ueHave a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesororityšINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/spotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseauš
Transcribe āEPISODE 020: The Solo Trip - A Woman's Spiritual Rite of Passage
Jun 26, 202500:28:47Tap to summarizeExploring solo travel is not just an adventure; it's a spiritual rite of passage that every woman should experience. In this episode, I passionately advocate for the importance of taking solo trips before settling down or starting a family, emphasising that joy shouldn't be postponed for a partner. We dive deep into the reasons why solo travel is empowering, from rediscovering your own identity to embracing spontaneity. I also share some of my own travel mishaps, including a memorable stint of food poisoning in Lisbon that only added to my adventure. By the end, I hope to inspire you to seize your own opportunities for exploration, reminding you that the world is yours to discover, on your terms.TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseau/video/7519640911895137558TRAVEL APP SUGGESTIONS...ViaTourCityMapper (not all cities, but fab in London - great for transit directions)Google Maps (car directions and walking)Waze for accurate traffic updatesmaps.me for offline downloadable mapsXE for currency conversion (sometimes you just canāt do the mental math, lol)Rome2Rio for combining multiple options (ie., train, car, ferry etc.,)Bumble BFFAiralo (e-sim, very easy and often so much cheaper!)Translate (I prefer this to google translate!)VPN app (I like Express VPN, because you can use it on your desktop and phone, and it stays connected)Flush (nearest bathroom, I think itās mostly US based, but I could be wrong?)LINKS WITH MORE APP IDEASā¦https://www.wired.com/story/10-apps-traveling-solo-easy-fun/https://traveloffscript.com/my-top-6-free-travel-apps-as-a-solo-traveller/https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/best-travel-apps-for-solos/
Transcribe āEPISODE 019 - Youāre not lost (!!!) Youāre just not living on purpose yet...
Jun 19, 202500:39:54Tap to summarizeHappy Thursday beautiful people! Today, I dive into the concept of living on purpose and the importance of finding your life mission. Inspired by a thought-provoking TikTok video, I explore how many of us drift through life without true purpose, engaged in routines that don't fulfil us. I share (some) personal anecdotes and provides practical advice on how to discover your true mission, emphasising the difference between being busy and being purposeful. This episode is perfect for anyone feeling disconnected or adrift, offering fresh perspectives on how to reclaim your life and live with intention.TT INSPO: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNdDXE5Rw/Want to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ueHave a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesororityšINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/spotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseauš*TIME STAMPS*00:30 Inspired by a TikTok: Life Missions and Living on Purpose01:02 The Drift: Existing in a Liminal Space02:20 Living on Purpose vs. Being Busy05:44 The Danger of Waiting for the Right Moment06:14 Disengagement: A Cultural Epidemic07:22 Lessons from 'Sex and the City'15:25 The Importance of Women's Intuition17:09 Finding Your Life Mission20:18 Trusting Your Intuition and Embracing Change21:48 The Formative Years: Kids Are Watching23:42 Finding Your True Mission24:25 Practical Steps to Discover Your Purpose25:47 The Power of Journaling and Tracking Desires28:03 Auditing Your Input for Clarity31:43 Embracing the Journey and Starting Over34:18 Crafting Your Life Mission37:00 Final Thoughts and Journal Prompts
Transcribe āEPISODE 018 - Ask A Sage, AMA vol 1: Flaky Friends? Work is boring?! Help, I have Anxiety!
Jun 12, 202500:33:09Tap to summarizeWant to book a coaching session? All the info is here - https://squ.re/45jq3ueGood morning and happy Thursday! In this episode, I share my excitement about attending Beyonce's Cowboy Carter concert in London, discuss my strategies for dealing with flaky friends, dive into handling anxiety, and offer career advice for those feeling unfulfilled at work. Plus, I introduce a new segmentā'Ask A Sage'āwhere I answer your burning questions. Tune in for thoughtful insights and actionable tips to navigate life's challenges. Don't forget to subscribe and reach out with your questions!Have a question? Send in an (anonymous) one for Q&A - https://tellonym.me/thesagesororityšINSTAGRAM// https://www.instagram.com/thesagesorority/TIKTOK// https://www.tiktok.com/@thesagesororityYOUTUBE// https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSororitysubscribe + leave a (cheeky) rating šTHE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - https://feeds.captivate.fm/thesagesorority/spotify: https://spoti.fi/4iVPAhnapple: https://bit.ly/41ZNwO2šCatch up with Shantel!Instagram// https://www.instagram.com/shantelrousseau/TikTok// https://www.tiktok.com/@shantelrousseauYouTube// https://www.youtube.com/@shantelrousseauonlineShopMy// https://shopmy.us/shantelrousseauLTK// https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shantelrousseaušTIME STAMPS00:00 Introduction and Beyonce Concert Excitement05:36 Ask A Sage: Introduction to the Segment06:30 Dealing with Flaky and Inconsistent Friends14:56 Managing Anxiety: Tips and Insights22:00 Finding Motivation in an Unfulfilling Job31:53 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
Transcribe āEpisode 003 - First Love, Forever Standards
Feb 27, 202500:31:38Tap to summarizeLeave a cheeky review and let me know that you love the show!THE SAGE SORORITY PODCAST - www.thesagesorority.com | @thesagesorority on InstagramKeep up with me on IG @shantelrousseau and on TikTok @shantelrousseau---First Love, Forever StandardsHiiiiiii, itās Shantel and welcome back to The Sage Sorority podcast. In Episode 3, 'First Love Forever Standards,' we explore how those first few relationships can leave a lasting impact on our dating lives. I dive into what I call the Relationship Blueprint Theory, drawing from both personal experiences and research on relationship patterns. Weāll talk about recognising and breaking unhealthy habits, setting boundaries, and even the importance of not always dating 'your type.' Plus, I share some of my favourite Instagram cooking accounts, that keep things healthy and interesting (!!!).IG Accounts: @shredhappens, @emthenutritionist TIMESTAMPS00:00 Welcome to The Sage Sorority00:35 Introduction to Relationship Blueprint Theory01:25 Impact of Early Relationships05:32 Patterns and Repetition in Relationships14:42 Practical Steps to Reset Your Relationship Mindset27:28 Sanctuary Selects: Cooking Inspirations31:01 Conclusion and Call to Action
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