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In this Project Connection episode, Coco speaks with Juliette Blake, founder of Moxies, about how to help young girls build healthy, meaningful connection in a digital world. Juliette shares why ethical tech matters, how the attention economy impacts girls' development, and what it looks like to design online spaces that prioritize safety, autonomy, and well-being over engagement.

Together, they explore digital literacy as a relational life skill, the role of parents and community in shaping girls' online experiences, and how open conversations about technology can foster trust, confidence, and authentic connection—both online and offline.

Takeaways:

• Connection restores depleted caregivers and families. 💛

• Moxies creates a safe, healthy digital space for girls. 🛡️

• Well-being matters more than engagement metrics. ⚖️

• Connection and autonomy support girls' development. 🌱

• Digital literacy is an essential life skill. 📚

• Parents and community shape kids' online experiences. 🤝

• Open tech conversations build trust. 💬

Chapters

00:00 End of Year Reflections and Feelings
02:56 The Launch of Moxies: A New Digital Platform
05:33 Prioritizing Safety and Wellbeing in Digital Spaces
08:12 The Importance of Digital Literacy for Kids
11:16 Building Healthy Relationships with Technology
13:52 The Role of Parents in Navigating Digital Spaces
16:37 Creating a Safe Digital Environment for Children
19:47 Community and Collaboration Among Parents
21:36 Measuring Positive Outcomes in Digital Engagement
24:13 The Future of Ethical Tech for Kids
26:58 Resources for Parents: Navigating Digital Content
29:45 Fostering Open Communication with Children
32:54 Conclusion: Meaningful Connections in a Digital World

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In this episode, Courtney sits down with Dan, founder of Get Your Marriage On, for an honest, energizing conversation about intimacy, desire, and what it really takes to keep passion alive in long-term relationships. Together, they unpack the complexities of sexual connection—from the ways our cultural and family histories shape intimacy, to how couples can navigate the very normal experience of desire discrepancy without shame or blame.

Dan shares the personal journey that led him to develop his intimacy app, offering practical and playful tools that help couples communicate better, understand their individual needs, and bring more intentionality into their sex lives. The conversation dives into the difference between "horizontal" novelty (new experiences, fun ideas, trying things) and "vertical" novelty (deepening emotional connection), highlighting why both matter for desire to thrive.

Throughout the episode, Courtney and Dan emphasize that great sex is built on a foundation of emotional intimacy, personal growth, and daily micro-moments of connection. From scheduling intentional time together to embracing small, consistent acts of affection, they offer couples a roadmap for reigniting passion in a way that feels authentic, sustainable, and deeply satisfying.

This episode is a reminder that sexual connection isn't something you luck into—it's something you build, nurture, and grow together. When couples invest in intimacy, they unlock not just better sex, but a deeper, more fulfilling partnership.

Takeaways

-Connection can be multifaceted, including cultural and familial ties.
-Sexual connection can be both a source of disconnection and connection in relationships.
-Desire discrepancies are common in marriages and can be managed through communication.
-The presence of desire differences isn't the problem; how couples handle them is key.
-Intimacy requires self-confrontation and understanding one's own needs and desires.
-Novelty in intimacy can be categorized into horizontal and vertical experiences.
-Personal growth is essential for maintaining passion in long-term relationships.
-Scheduling connection activities can enhance intimacy and lead to better sexual experiences.
-Small daily acts of intimacy can lead to significant progress in relationships.
-Intimacy is a foundation for great sex, and investing in it can unlock deeper connections.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connection
03:31 Exploring Sexual Connection
09:00 The Journey to Intimacy
13:31 Desire Discrepancy in Relationships
18:04 Understanding Intimacy and Self-Confrontation
21:18 The Essence of Healthy Selfishness in Intimacy
24:38 Exploring Novelty in Long-Term Relationships
28:15 The Importance of Personal Growth in Relationships
30:44 Connection as the Foundation for Intimacy
42:03 Challenging the Norms of Passion in Relationships

In this heart-expanding episode, Coco Plank and Olivia Reighley explore the many layers of parenting — from building structure and instilling values to cultivating creativity, connection, and joy. Together, they reflect on how to nurture children with clear principles while leaving space for freedom, fun, and self-expression.

The conversation flows from family dinner rituals to ice cream moments, weaving in the role of creativity through clothing as a form of identity and play for kids. They discuss sharing, the importance of seeing the best in everyone, and the balance of energy within family relationships — how each person's rhythm affects the whole.

Coco and Olivia also reflect on the parable of the porcupines, a timeless story about community and connection — how we sometimes prick each other in closeness, yet still need one another to stay warm. It's a reminder that relationships, though imperfect, are where growth and grace live.

Ultimately, this episode is about finding the sweet balance — between discipline and delight, individuality and togetherness — and understanding that parenting, like connection itself, is an energy exchange grounded in love.

✨ Takeaways:

• Parenting thrives on both structure and spontaneity.

• Clear principles help children feel grounded and secure.

• Creativity in clothing and play allows self-expression.

• Sharing teaches empathy and community-mindedness.

• Believing in the best in others fosters connection.

• Energy balance within families shapes harmony.

• The porcupine parable reminds us that closeness can both comfort and challenge.

• Fun and flexibility are forms of nurturing.

• Relationships are the foundation for growth and joy.

• Parenting is an evolving dance of energy, love, and connection.