Quiet The Clock

Are you a woman in your thirties or early forties feeling the relentless tick of a clock, be it biological or otherwise? Are you caught in the comparison game, sensing time slipping away? Look no further! I'm Beth Gulotta, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and the host of Quiet the Clock, your ultimate guide for navigating life's challenges and triumphs on your terms.In this podcast, we fearlessly explore the uncertainties of this transformative period, breaking away from societal expectations and the pressure we impose on ourselves. From relationships, dating, and the intricacies of egg freezing to crucial discussions on mental health, we're here to support you every step of the way.Why Quiet the Clock? Because we get it – the unique changes and uncertainties that come with being women. We're committed to providing reliable information and fostering a supportive community to make this life phase extraordinary.Join me and a lineup of inspired guests as we share insights on breakin

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  Episode #30

  Should You Freeze Your Eggs? The Truth About Fertility, Anxiety & Future Motherhood

  Aug 19, 202638 minS8

  What happens when you're successful, independent, and still feel like your biological clock is quietly ticking in the background? Beth sits down with Ariana White, a publicist at Atlantic Records, for an honest conversation about fertility, egg freezing, anxiety, and the complicated journey toward motherhood. Ari opens up about why she chose to freeze her eggs as an empowering insurance policy, how societal pressure shaped her decisions, and how having generous fertility benefits through work gave her an opportunity many women don't have. But this conversation goes far beyond egg freezing. Ari shares what it's like to navigate friendships when everyone seems to be moving through life at a different pace, why therapy became such an important part of her journey, and how she's built a support system that allows her to feel less alone in the uncertainty. Together, Beth and Ari unpack the pressure women face to have a perfectly timed life and challenge the idea that there is one "right" path to motherhood. ✨ UPDATE: Since this episode was recorded, Ari's story has continued to unfold. She is now a wife and a mom, making this conversation even more meaningful in hindsight. Her journey is a beautiful reminder that there is no single timeline for love, marriage, fertility, or motherhood, and that the path forward can look very different from what we once imagined. If you've ever wondered whether you're behind, whether you should freeze your eggs, or what your future family might look like, this episode is for you. Come for the fertility conversation, stay for the reminder that you get to build a life that actually fits you. FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Ariana White is the Vice President, Press & Media Strategy at Atlantic Records | PR Week 40 Under 40 2022 Honoree Instagram: @arestarr Twitter: @arestarr Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/ Affiliate Links: Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com . Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

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  Episode #29

  You're Not Behind in Your 30s: Stop Letting Society Decide Your Timeline

  Aug 12, 202649 minS8

  What if your 30s aren't supposed to look the way you thought they would? At 34, Kayla Kleinman found herself confronting the gap between the life she imagined she'd have by this point and the life she was actually living. As the creator behind a huge Instagram community focused on the conversations no one seems to be having about your 30s, Kayla has built a following by saying out loud what so many people are quietly thinking. In this candid conversation, Kayla sits down with therapist Beth Gulotta to unpack the pressure women face in their 30s around dating, marriage, career, fertility, relationships, family planning, and the feeling that you're somehow running out of time. But what happens when the timeline you're chasing isn't actually your timeline? Beth and Kayla explore why so many women make major life decisions based on what they think they should want instead of what they genuinely want. They talk about the pressure to find a partner, have children, advance your career, and have your entire life figured out by a certain age, and what it takes to step outside those expectations. They also get into the complicated relationship between biological timelines and personal choices, and how fear about the future can cause us to make decisions that don't actually align with the life we want. If you're in your 30s and wondering, "Am I behind?" "Should I be further along?" or "What if my life doesn't look the way I thought it would?", this conversation is for you. Your 30s aren't a deadline. They're a decade of figuring out what actually belongs to you. Subscribe to Quiet The Clock for honest conversations about dating, fertility, relationships, life timelines, and the pressure to have it all figured out. #Your30s #DatingInYour30s #LifeInYour30s #WomenInTheir30s #Fertility #Dating #Relationships #QuietTheClock GUEST: Kayla Kleinman is a New York City-based lifestyle creator, writer, and marketing professional who founded Kayla in the City in 2011, a lifestyle platform centered on authenticity, self-discovery, and navigating life as a millennial woman. Through her work, Kayla explores the realities of life in your 30s, tackling the conversations and challenges that often go unspoken, from dating and relationships to career, personal growth, and figuring out what you actually want from life. Alongside her content creation, Kayla works full-time in marketing at Bookshop.org. She has also taught yoga and fitness classes throughout New York City. When she's not working, Kayla can usually be found reading, watching RuPaul's Drag Race, discovering a new NYC restaurant, or enjoying an iced oat milk latte. Follow Kayla: Instagram: / kaylakleinman Substack: http://kaylakleinman.substack.com Website: https://www.kaylainthecity.com/ FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Twitter: https://twitter.com/QuietTheClock Twitter: https://twitter.com/NycTherapeutic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuietTheClockPod/ Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ Quiet The Clock ®

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  Episode #28

  Egg Freezing Isn't About Career. It's About Finding Love.

  Jul 22, 202631 minS8

  Why are women really freezing their eggs? The answer may surprise you. For years, we've been told that women delay motherhood because they're focused on building their careers. But what if that's not the real story? In this eye-opening conversation, Beth sits down with Yale professor and author Marcia C. Inhorn to uncover what she learned after interviewing more than 150 women who chose to freeze their eggs. Her groundbreaking research reveals a very different reality: the biggest reason women are preserving their fertility isn't career ambition... It's the struggle to find a compatible partner. Together, Beth and Marcia explore the emotional, financial, and deeply personal side of egg freezing, including what many fertility clinics still aren't talking about. They discuss the lack of fertility education, the loneliness many women experience throughout the process, the pressure of the biological clock, and why sharing these stories matters more than ever. Beth also opens up about her own fertility journey, creating an honest conversation that will resonate with anyone navigating dating, fertility, IVF, or questions about becoming a parent. Whether you're considering egg freezing, trying to conceive, or simply wondering why more women are having children later in life, this episode offers research-backed insights that challenge some of the biggest myths about modern motherhood. You'll hear why so many women feel forced to make impossible decisions, what the fertility industry gets right and wrong, and how honest conversations like this can help women feel more informed, empowered, and less alone. If this conversation resonates with you, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share to help more people find honest conversations about fertility, dating, and modern motherhood. #EggFreezing #Fertility #IVF #Dating #Motherhood #BiologicalClock #WomensHealth #FertilityAwareness #TryingToConceive #QuietTheClock Connect with Marcia Inhorn: https://anthropology.yale.edu/people/ https://marciainhorn.com/ Marcia C. Inhorn, PhD, MPH, is the William K. Lanman, Jr. Professor of Anthropology and International Affairs at Yale University and a world-renowned expert on fertility, reproductive technologies, and women's health. For more than 35 years, she has researched infertility and assisted reproduction around the world and is the award-winning author of numerous books, including Motherhood on Ice: The Mating Gap and Why Women Freeze Their Eggs, which draws on interviews with more than 150 women to challenge common myths about why women choose to freeze their eggs. Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/ Affiliate Links: Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com . Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/

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  Episode #26

  Why More Women Are Choosing Not to Have Kids (And Why That Matters)

  Jul 15, 202633 minS8

  For generations, women have been told that motherhood is the natural destination. But what happens when someone consciously chooses a different path? In this thought-provoking episode, Beth sits down with therapist and mental health advocate Joanna Townsend to explore the powerful ideas behind Ruby Warrington's book Women Without Kids: The Revolutionary Rise of an Unsung Sisterhood. Joanna, who identifies as an "affirmative no" on the motherhood spectrum, shares the deeply personal journey that led her to choose a life without children and why that decision has brought her peace, purpose, and fulfillment. Together, Beth and Joanna unpack the invisible pressures women face, the assumptions society still makes about fulfillment and identity, and why conversations about being childfree are more important than ever. They also discuss Joanna's unique book club, which brought together women from every point on the motherhood spectrum, creating honest, compassionate conversations that challenged long-held beliefs and reminded everyone that there is no single "right" way to build a meaningful life. Whether you're a parent, hoping to become one, childfree by choice, childless not by choice, or simply questioning the timeline you've always been told to follow, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what it truly means to live a life that is authentically your own. This episode may challenge what you've always believed about motherhood, fulfillment, and the many ways a life can be beautifully complete. FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Joanna Townsend is a therapist, mental health advocate, and intersectional feminist dedicated to helping young adults and adults build more compassionate relationships with themselves. Drawing from her lived experience as a mixed Latina woman, Joanna brings a warm, inclusive, and culturally informed perspective to her work, creating a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. She specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, self-worth, and life transitions. Joanna's therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and the belief that healing begins when we let go of shame, challenge limiting beliefs, and learn to embrace our emotions with self-compassion. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, Joanna helps people gain deeper insight into their thoughts, experiences, and emotions while empowering them to move forward with greater confidence and authenticity. She is passionate about fostering conversations that honor diverse life paths, including the many ways people find purpose, connection, and fulfillment beyond traditional expectations. Website: https://www.joannatownsend.com/ https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/montana/bozeman/joanna-townsend Instagram: @joannatalksfeelings Other: threads: @joannatalksfeelings Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/ Affiliate Links: Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com . Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/

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  Episode #25

  The Dating Reset: Some Of Our Favorite Advice from 4 Relationship Experts

  Jul 8, 202638 minS8

  What happens when you bring together the best dating advice from four of our favorite relationship experts? You get one powerful conversation packed with practical tips, mindset shifts, and the reminders every single person needs to hear. In this special Quiet The Clock remix, we're revisiting some of our favorite moments from conversations with Erika Ettin, Sabrina Zohar, Jackie Simek, and Lindsey Metselaar. Whether you're exhausted by dating apps, questioning your relationship patterns, feeling pressured by society's timeline, or simply looking for a fresh perspective, this episode is your reminder that dating doesn't have to feel so overwhelming. Together, these experts share honest advice about building confidence, breaking free from self-sabotaging patterns, embracing authenticity, healing before your next relationship, and dating from a place of curiosity instead of fear. Inside this episode, you'll hear: • How to date with more confidence and less anxiety • The biggest mistakes people make on dating apps • Why authenticity is your greatest advantage • How to let go of societal timelines around love and relationships • The importance of healing and self-worth before finding a partner • Mindset shifts that can completely transform your dating experience • Why the right person won't be intimidated by your success Whether you're newly single, deep in the dating world, or simply looking for a healthier approach to finding love, this compilation is filled with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable advice from some of the best voices in modern dating. Because finding love isn't about racing the clock. It's about becoming the person who's ready when the right relationship arrives. FOLLOW OUR GUESTS: Erika Ettin is the Founder of A Little Nudge, a consulting company that helps people navigate the world of online dating, from first click to first date. She is also the author of the book Love at First Site. Erika studied economics at Cornell University and received her MBA from Georgetown. She started A Little Nudge in 2011 (after a seven-year career as an economist). She is responsible for many relationships, marriages, and the confidence some people simply need to "get out there." A Little Nudge has been featured in media around the country, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR, CBS, and Ask Men, and she currently writes a weekly syndicated dating column. IG: www.instagram.com/alittlenudge Website: www.alittlenudge.com Link for Book: http://www.amazon.com/Love-First-Site Sabrina Zohar Website: https://www.sabrinazohar.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sabrina.zoh... YouTube: / @sabrina_zohar FOLLOW JACKIE: Social Media: @ jackiesimek Email: jackie@jackiesimek.com Follow Lindsay: @ lindzmetz Website: https://www.wemetatacme.com/ Social Media @wemetatacme Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/ Affiliate Links: Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com . Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/

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