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YES, WOMAN (formerly PurposeGirl): Real conversations for women ready for MORE – More aliveness, more purpose, more pleasure, more power to create the life you want.

YES, WOMAN is the home for women to be outrageously happy. Where we stop pretending we’re fine and start telling the truth about what we desire – and what we deserve.

For the woman who “has it all” on paper, but knows there’s more – more joy, more pleasure, more aliveness… for the woman who has lived and loved and lost… for the midlife woman who is done pretending to be “fine” so that you can fly FREE… you’re in the right place.

Here we are bold, raw and real about everything WOMAN – s*x, motherhood, menopause, money, grief, success, love, power, pleasure, and becoming.

After more than 700,000 downloads of Season 1, “The PurposeGirl Podcast”, and a season of profound personal loss and growth, Carin Rockind returns with deeper truth and sharper clarity. She has a master’s degree in the science of happiness and a devotion to the divine feminine, bridging the gap between positive psychology and the soul of a woman — science and spirit — resilience and radiance.

She’ll be your best friend, your confidant, your coach. This isn’t just about “finding” your purpose anymore. It’s about saying yes to your whole life.

Through unfiltered conversations, powerful interviews, and practical tools rooted in both research and lived experience, YES, WOMAN invites you to stop shrinking, stop waiting, and start living as the WOMAN you were born to be.

Welcome Sister.

Latest Episodes:

YES to Audacity | Why WOMEN Must Stop Making Themselves Small May 14, 2026

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What if the thing standing between you and your next level… isn't strategy?

What if it's audacity?

In this episode of YES, WOMAN, Carina dives into the conditioning that keeps women quiet, careful, "humble," and afraid to fully claim what they want. From money, purpose, and visibility… to dancing wildly at a wedding without caring who's watching… this conversation is about what becomes possible when a WOMAN stops shrinking herself to make other people comfortable.

This is the episode for the WOMAN who knows she's meant for more, but still hears the voice asking: "Who do you think you are?"

Powerful Moments From This Episode

"If there's one thing we as women need to get better at in order to fulfill our dreams… it's audacity."

"What you want wants you."

"What's riskier? Being thought of as rude for asking… or dying knowing you never tried?"

"If you're not full of yourself, who's going to be full of you?"

"The audacity to ask is the difference between women who achieve their dreams and women who don't."

If this episode moved you, send it to the WOMAN in your life who's ready to stop waiting and start claiming what she truly wants.

And if you haven't already, subscribe to YES, WOMAN for weekly conversations on feminine power, purpose, joy, audacity, and becoming fully alive. ✨ Ready to stop watching your life from the sidelines and start becoming the WOMAN who goes for it? Join MORE: 21 Days of Audacity - carinrockind.com/audacity

Yes to getting unstuck May 07, 2026

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Why women leaders freeze when they know they're meant for more

You're not lazy. You're not unmotivated. And you're definitely not broken.

So why do so many capable, brilliant, purpose-driven women keep freezing when it comes to the thing they say they want most?

In this deeply personal episode, Carina unpacks the invisible trauma responses that keep women stuck in busyness, overwhelm, perfectionism, and self-abandonment — even when they know they are here for more.

From childhood conditioning… to inherited trauma… to the fear of visibility and leadership… this conversation goes beneath mindset and into the body.

This episode is for the WOMAN who feels the ache for more, but keeps finding herself pulled away from her purpose, distracted by everyone else's needs, or frozen at the edge of her next level.

And it's also a reminder:

You were never meant to do this alone.

In This Episode

Why high-achieving WOMEN still sabotage the things they want most
The hidden trauma response behind procrastination and "I have no time"
Why your nervous system may see visibility and leadership as unsafe
How inherited trauma impacts ambition, purpose, and self-expression
The difference between desire and deep knowing
Why purpose becomes stronger than fear
The real reason WOMEN stay busy instead of fully expressed
How sisterhood and support help heal the trauma body
Why Carina believes WOMEN are urgently needed in leadership right now
The transformational process behind MORE: 21 Days of Audacity

Memorable Quotes

"Purpose is the great elevator."

"Higher than desire is knowing."

"The trauma body is so powerful — the majority of our body is designed for survival."

"We remember who the fuck we are."

"I will not let you get to 85 years old and wonder where your life went."

"You were given these dreams and this vision for a reason."

"You're not asking for too much. Your soul is asking you to expand."

Mentioned in This Episode

✨ MORE: 21 Days of Audacity A 21-day transformational experience for WOMEN ready to stop shrinking and start fully living.

Daily teachings. Audacious dares. Nervous system healing. Deep purpose work. Sisterhood. https://carinrockind.com/audacity

Connect with Carina

Join the movement at: The Institute of WOMANhttps://carinrockind.com/links

Listen to more episodes of YES, WOMAN and subscribe so you never miss a conversation.

And if this episode moved you, leave a review and share it with a WOMAN who needs this reminder today.

YES to Conscious Parenting | ADHD, Mom Guilt, Self-Trust & Raising Resilient Kids Apr 16, 2026

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Do you ever wonder if you're doing it right as a mother… or quietly fear you're messing it all up?

In this deeply honest and powerful episode of YES, WOMAN, Carin Rockind sits down with parenting expert Laura Dawn to talk about what's really going on beneath mom guilt, anxiety, and the pressure to be perfect.

This is not about fixing your child.

This is about trusting yourself again.

From ADHD and emotional regulation to self-compassion and boundaries, this conversation will change how you see parenting—and yourself as a WOMAN.

You'll learn why your child's behavior isn't a reflection of your worth… How to stop the cycle of self-blame… And how saying YES to yourself actually makes you a better mother.

If you've ever Googled in the middle of the night, "Am I doing this wrong?"—this episode is for you.

What You'll Learn

Why mom guilt isn't the truth—and how to release it
The real reason your child's behavior triggers you
How ADHD and "neurodivergent" traits are actually strengths
The power of emotional regulation (for you, not just your child)
Why self-care alone isn't enough—and what actually works
How to say NO to your kids without guilt
The concept of the "evolved brain" and the future of parenting
Why YOU come first—and how that changes everything

Powerful Quotes

"You are the perfect mama for your child."

"Your child's behavior is not a reflection of your worth."

"The things that trigger you about your child… are actually about you."

Resources to find Lara Dawn

Connect with Lara Dawn: The ADHD Village -> https://www.theadhdvillage.com/

Call to Action

If this episode spoke to you, share it with a WOMAN who needs to hear it.

Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe on YouTube so more WOMEN can rise.

If this episode spoke to you…

Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live.

And if you loved this conversation, take 30 seconds to leave a review. Your review helps more women find the show and step into their next chapter.

And if you want to share what landed for you, we'd love to hear from you. Email us anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com

We read every message.

Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

YES to Being a "Crazy" WOMAN Apr 09, 2026

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What if you're not crazy… you're just finally telling the truth?

In a world that teaches WOMEN to be palatable, agreeable, and "good"… the moment you want more—more freedom, more expression, more LIFE—you start to question yourself.

Is this too much? Am I being unrealistic? Have I gone crazy?

In this episode, we flip that completely.

Because maybe the WOMAN who dares to want more… who speaks up… who goes against the script…

isn't crazy.

She's awake.

💖 Share the Love

If this episode hit something real for you:

Leave a 5-star review
Send it to a friend who's been holding herself back
Share it and tell the truth about what you're ready for

Because when one WOMAN stops abandoning herself… it gives permission to so many others.

If something stirred in you and you're ready to go deeper…

✨ come join us inside The YES Collective—you can get your first month for just $1 with code YES WOMAN.

This is where you stop thinking about your life… and start living it.

And if you want to share what landed for you, we'd love to hear from you. Email us anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com

We read every message.

Until next time…

May you trust yourself. May you choose more life. May you stop apologizing for your desires.

And may you say YES… to being the WOMAN they might call crazy.

YES TO BECOMING A YES, WOMAN Mar 26, 2026

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What happens when a WOMAN builds the "perfect" life… and still feels empty inside?

In this deeply personal episode, I take you inside my own journey from being the perfect child, to chasing the perfect life, to realizing none of it actually made me happy.

This is the story of how I went from being the "Yes girl" saying yes to everyone else, to becoming a YES WOMAN fully owning my desires, my truth, and my life.

If you've ever looked around at your life and thought, "I have everything… so why don't I feel alive?" This episode is for you.

Because your YES isn't logical. It's true.

And when you follow it everything changes.

🔥 What You'll Hear in This Episode

The hidden cost of being "the perfect WOMAN"
Why achieving everything you thought you wanted can still leave you feeling empty
The moment I realized there had to be more
How saying YES (even when it made zero sense) changed my entire life
The difference between being a "Yes girl" vs. a YES WOMAN
Why your desires don't need to make sense to be right
The turning point that made me commit to living fully (no more half-alive living)
How one YES leads to the next—and builds a life you're obsessed with

💥 Key Truths to Take With You

1. You can have the "perfect life"… and still feel miserable. Because perfection isn't truth. It's performance.

2. Your YES won't make sense—and that's the point. The most aligned path rarely looks logical.

3. Depression isn't something wrong with you. It's a signal that you're pressing down your truth.

4. Every time you ignore your YES, you abandon yourself. And every time you follow it—you come back to life.

5. You don't become a YES WOMAN all at once. It's one brave, scary, exciting YES at a time.

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If this episode spoke to you…

Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live.

And if you loved this conversation, take 30 seconds to leave a review. Your review helps more women find the show and step into their next chapter.

If something stirred in you and you're ready to go deeper…

✨ Grab the FREE Midlife Makeover Workbook and start saying YES to yourself in real, tangible ways.

✨ Or come join us inside The YES WOMAN Collective (you can get your first month for just $1 with code YESWOMAN)

This is where you stop thinking about your life… and start living it.

And if you want to share what landed for you, we'd love to hear from you. Email us anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com

We read every message.

Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

YES to your YES Mar 17, 2026

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What if the most radical thing a WOMAN could do… is say YES to herself? In the very first episode of YES, WOMAN - Carin Rockind asks a bold question: Why are we alive if not to feel that full-bodied, radiant YES about our own lives? As the founder and CEO of the Institute of WOMAN, Carin Rockind has spent over 15 years working with thousands of women and she's seen the same pattern again and again: WOMEN say NO to themselves & say YES to everyone else. In this deeply personal and powerful opening episode, Carin shares:

Why saying NO collapses the body—and YES brings us back to life
How childhood conditioning trains women to silence desire, truth, and joy
The hidden link between suppressed dreams and depression
Why "selfish" has been weaponized against women—and why it's time to reclaim it
How one near-death experience became the moment she vowed to never say NO to her purpose again

This episode is a call home for every WOMAN who: Feels numb, flat, or quietly unfulfilled Has dreams she's been minimizing or postponing Because here's the truth: A lit up WOMAN lights up this world. This is not about being a YES WOMAN to everyone else. This is YES, WOMANa movement, a mindset, and a permission slip to say YES to your truth, your desires, your body, your dreams, and your life. Welcome to YES, WOMAN. Your YES starts here.

If this episode spoke to you - connect with Carin and the Institute of WOMAN

Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live.

And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter.

Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next.

We read every message.

Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

YES FAILING IS GOOD Mar 17, 2026

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Failing Ferociously, Owning Your Ambition & Saying YES to Yourself with Monica Dominic In this soul-shaking episode of YES WOMAN, Carina sits down with the electrifying, big-hearted Monica Dominic entrepreneur, keynote speaker, podcast host, and author of the upcoming book Ferocious Ambition for a conversation that will change how you see failure, ambition, and yourself. This episode is a love letter to the WOMAN who's been taught to fear failure, shrink her ambition, or carry shame that was never hers to begin with. Together, Carina and Monica pull back the curtain on what it really takes to live a bold, wealthy, purpose-driven life—one rooted in heart, courage, and radical self-trust. If you've ever been fired, doubted yourself, stayed too long in something that felt like a no, or wondered whether you're "too much" or "not enough," this conversation is for you. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why failure is not the problem—fear of shame is What it means to fail ferociously (and why it's the fastest path to growth) The radical truth: failure does not mean you are a failure How women carry shame differently than men—and how to release it Saying YES to yourself when the world tells you to play it safe Why authenticity is the real secret to rising above Knowing when something is a holy hell YES—and when it's time to walk away Quotes You'll Feel in Your Bones:

"If it doesn't fail, you're not pushing yourself hard enough."
"You have survived 100% of your worst days."
"When it stopped being fun, I honored myself and said goodbye."
"Failure does not mean you are a failure."
"You are worthy—of love, ambition, joy, and greatness." About Monica Dominic Monica Dominic is the co-owner and Chief Client Officer of ProTeam Solutions, host of the Ferocious Ambition Podcast, and a globally sought-after keynote speaker. She is known for helping WOMEN own their ambition, speak their truth, and rise—without apology. Her upcoming book, Ferocious Ambition, shares raw, real stories of failure, resilience, reinvention, and what it actually takes to build a powerful life and career. Connect with Monica:

Website: https://monicadominic.com
Podcast & Book: https://ferociousambition.com

Final Love Note This episode is your permission slip to stop hiding, stop waiting, and stop making fear the boss of your life. You don't need to be perfect. You need to be YOU. Say YES to your truth. Say YES to your ambition. Say YES to the WOMAN you already are.

If this episode spoke to you…

Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live.

And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter.

Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next.

We read every message.

Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

YES... YOUR FIRE (the year of the firehorse) Mar 17, 2026

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What if this year is asking you to shed your old life and step into the WOMAN you were always meant to be?

In this episode of the YES, WOMAN Podcast, Carina explores the powerful symbolism of the Year of the Fire Horse, a rare energetic combination that represents movement, courage, passion, and bold new beginnings.

After the completion of a nine-year cycle, we are entering a moment of ignition. A time when many women feel a deep pull toward reinvention, purpose, and personal freedom. But before we step forward, we often have to shed the beliefs, stories, and expectations that have kept us small.

This episode dives into the deeper meaning of cycles, transformation, feminine power, and why this moment in history is calling WOMEN to rise.

If you've been craving more purpose, more aliveness, more truth, or a midlife reinvention, this conversation will help you understand why that calling is showing up now—and how to say YES to it.

In This Episode Carina explores:

Why the transition into a new numerology cycle signals a time for bold new beginnings
The deeper symbolism of the Year of the Snake and why shedding old identities is necessary for growth
How women's natural cycles mirror transformation, rebirth, and renewal
The cultural story of Eve, knowledge, and the historical suppression of women's desire for more
The psychological concept of learned helplessness and how it keeps many WOMEN stuck
Why the Fire Horse energy represents movement, passion, creativity, and leadership
How to recognize when your soul is calling you toward a new life or purpose
The power of taking small courageous actions that ignite transformation

The Big Message

The Fire Horse energy is about momentum, courage, and living fully alive.

It doesn't tolerate stagnation. It burns away what no longer serves.

This year invites every WOMAN to ask:

What am I ready to shed?
What life is calling me forward?
What would it look like to say YES to myself now?

Sometimes saying yes looks bold and visible.

Sometimes it's quiet and personal.

But every step toward your truth creates momentum.

If this episode spoke to you…

Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live.

And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter.

Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next.

We read every message.

Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

YES to LOVE... like Heated Rivalry Mar 17, 2026

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What if the reason women are obsessed with certain love stories has nothing to do with fantasy and everything to do with the kind of love we secretly crave?

In this episode of YES, WOMAN, Carina sits down with love coach Taylor Carr for a fascinating conversation about relationships, desire, and the deeper truths behind why women respond so strongly to powerful love stories like Heated Rivalry.

Exploring Love and Relationship…

Together they explore masculine and feminine dynamics, the psychology of attraction, and how women can create deeper intimacy and passion in their own relationships.

This conversation is equal parts spicy, insightful, and empowering.

If you've ever wondered:

Why certain love stories feel so magnetic
Why tension and yearning can feel intoxicating
Why women often lose themselves in relationships
How to reignite passion in a long-term partnership

This episode will open your eyes.

In This Episode You'll Discover Why women are captivated by certain love stories

Carina and Taylor explore why so many women are drawn to narratives filled with tension, vulnerability, desire, and emotional depth—and what those stories reveal about what women truly want from love.

The power of masculine–feminine dynamics

Taylor shares insights from her work as a love coach about how polarity, emotional maturity, and vulnerability shape attraction and long-term relationships.

The three things every WOMAN wants in love

During the conversation they uncover a powerful truth: many women long to feel

Desired
Devoted to
Devoured

And why those elements matter for deep intimacy.

Why many relationships lose their spark

One of the biggest insights in this episode: women often lose themselves in relationships—and that's when resentment and disconnection begin.

Men fall in love with a woman who loves herself. When she forgets herself, the dynamic shifts.

How to reignite passion in long-term relationships

Taylor shares simple but powerful shifts that can transform relationships, including:

Asking directly for what you want
Letting men rise instead of managing them
Reclaiming your own desires and identity

Key Takeaways

• The most magnetic WOMAN is the one deeply connected to herself • Desire thrives on tension, curiosity, and emotional honesty • Trying to control or manage a partner often kills attraction • Self-love is not selfish—it's the foundation of a thriving relationship • The deepest love story always begins with you

As Taylor beautifully says in this episode:

"Your deepest love story always begins with you."

Exploring Love and Relationship…

About Taylor Carr

Taylor Carr is a love coach who helps women create deeper, more magnetic relationships through understanding masculine and feminine dynamics, self-worth, and emotional maturity.

She works with women from all walks of life—from CEOs to creatives—to help them call in the love they truly desire.

Find Taylor:

Instagram & TikTok: @iamtaylorcarr Website: upgradedwithtaylor.com

If this episode spoke to you…

Subscribe to YES, WOMAN so you never miss an episode. Every week we're saying YES to the lives we actually want to live.

And if you loved this conversation, would you take 30 seconds to leave a review? Your review helps more WOMEN find the show and step into their next chapter.

Finally, if this episode sparked something in you, we'd love to hear from you. Email the team anytime at team@theinstituteofwoman.com and tell us what landed, what you're saying YES to, or what you'd love us to talk about next.

We read every message.

Until next time… Say YES to yourself. 💋

The PurposeGirl Podcast Returns Oct 16, 2024

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Announcing the return of new episodes of The PurposeGirl Podcast -- and a live event in November!

It's been a while -- a little over a year, actually! -- but I'm back!!! There are lots of changes coming to the podcast with its return, but I wanted to let you know about a live weekend event taking place in Philadelphia in November, and you are NOT gonna want to miss this! Listen to learn more, or go to https://carinrockind.com/womanrising.

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