In the latest episode of Let’s Try This Again, B. Simone steps away from the punchlines and Instagram skits to deliver an unfiltered deep dive into rest, self-worth, and the art of slowing down. The conversation blends raw personal reflection with hard-won insight, giving listeners a front-row seat to her ongoing shift from hustle culture to intentional living.
B. Simone opens up about the difficulty of breaking free from years in “go mode.” From running an at-home podcast setup, where she admits production is “not for the weak”, to deliberately logging off social media, she speaks to the guilt that comes with resting when you’ve built an identity around constant productivity.
A week-long visit to a friend in Kansas served as a reset point, showing her that stillness isn’t a setback, it’s a necessary part of success.
During her Kansas trip, time spent with two single mother friends became a masterclass in resilience. Observing their day-to-day, she gained a deeper respect for single parents and reflected on her own readiness for motherhood. The takeaway? She’s not ready yet, and she’s unafraid to say it.
One unexpected highlight from her time in Kansas was a date with an older man, divorced with children, who noticed her ability to move between her public “B. Simone” persona and her private “Brilan” self. The experience became a mirror for what she truly wants in a relationship: to be valued for who she is offstage, not just her brand.
Her dating standards now have a clear cornerstone, spiritual leadership. She wants a partner with a genuine relationship with Christ, a standard she says she’s never compromised on before. Having been celibate and sober for over two years, she’s prioritizing friendship first in any future relationship, avoiding the rush into romance.
Listener questions shape the middle section of the episode, including one about shifting from a dominant role to letting a partner lead. B. Simone relates from her own experience, sharing how her alpha energy in business can spill into her love life. The key, she says, is relaxing into femininity when a safe, supportive space is created.
The conversation also turns toward therapy and self-awareness, connecting the dots between childhood trauma and adult relationships. She encourages listeners to dig deep into the “why” behind their patterns, from seeking validation to holding poor boundaries.
On fidelity, B. Simone admits her stance has shifted. In dating, cheating has always been a dealbreaker; in marriage, she acknowledges the stakes and complexity make the decision more nuanced.
She also pushes back against criticism of “low-effort” dates like ice cream meet-ups, arguing that intention matters more than expense.
Referencing The Way of the Superior Man, she discusses the difference between “childish games” and “mature games” in relationships, and reflects on the value of a consistent spiritual practice.
Before wrapping, B. Simone announces plans to take 100 women to Bali in 2026 through her LTTA app, alongside promoting her platforms, merch, and an exclusive online community. She leaves listeners with a journal prompt: ask yourself if you’re dating from a place of wholeness or loneliness.
