Tonya Lester

Tonya Lester Tonya Lester is a psychotherapist and coach in Brooklyn, New York.

As we step into 2026, I want to wish you a year filled with courage, clarity, and joy. May you honor your voice, embrace...
01/01/2026

As we step into 2026, I want to wish you a year filled with courage, clarity, and joy.

May you honor your voice, embrace your choices, and take bold steps toward the life you truly want.

Here’s to a year of intention, compassion, and unapologetic authenticity! 💛

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01/01/2026

Healthy relationships aren’t about dependency—they’re about choice.

When both partners trust in their own resilience and know they can thrive independently, they bring their best selves to the partnership. 🌱

Ready to explore how self-belief transforms your connections? 🎧Tune in for an honest conversation with and me!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eK6txNitlmY

Even as confident adults, navigating tricky family dynamics can make us feel like kids again. 💛But setting our boundarie...
12/29/2025

Even as confident adults, navigating tricky family dynamics can make us feel like kids again. 💛

But setting our boundaries clearly and learning to share our feelings with our parents can help to change the status quo.

➡️ We can help to affirm our worth and protect our emotional space in the process.

12/26/2025

Wondering how to determine when it’s time to let go in a relationship? 💛

Listen to the Optimal Relationships Daily podcast, where they read my insights on recognizing when staying in a relationship is no longer serving your growth, peace, or well-being.

Knowing your value and worth in a relationship is crucial. 🌿

Discover more by tuning in now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCEBzl1UTB8

As the year winds down, I want to wish you a holiday season filled with peace, love, and reflection. 🎁✨May the holidays ...
12/25/2025

As the year winds down, I want to wish you a holiday season filled with peace, love, and reflection. 🎁✨

May the holidays bring connection, joy, and clarity, and may the new year inspire you to continue exploring, learning, and nurturing yourself.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays—from my heart to yours. 🌲

12/24/2025

I had such a great time talking with Veronica on the podcast! We dug deep into some really important topics—how to have hard conversations in relationships, the importance of setting boundaries, and recognizing when something isn’t working anymore.

This conversation was a powerful reminder that silence is not peace—it’s postponement. When you’ve communicated your needs clearly and continue to be ignored, leaning into discomfort becomes necessary.

Relationships thrive when both people are willing to show up, take responsibility, and do the work together. And if your unhappiness doesn’t matter to your partner, that’s information worth paying attention to.

🎙️ Listen to the full episode and share it with someone who needs to hear this!
https://veronicacisneros.org/episode303/

12/22/2025

Standing firm in your truth is an important part of any relationship. 💬

On the Empowered Relationship podcast, I share how important it is to say what’s on your mind and “be difficult,” even when it’s uncomfortable. 🌱

When you do that, you create space for deeper connection and real personal growth.

🎙️ Listen to the episode as we unpack what emotional maturity and communication look like.

https://empoweredrelationship.libsyn.com/erp-360-how-being-difficult-can-assist-growth-development-in-relationship-an-interview-with-tonya-lester

Big goals feel impossible without the right structure — but it’s simpler than you think.Start small. Stay steady. 🎯 Your...
12/20/2025

Big goals feel impossible without the right structure — but it’s simpler than you think.

Start small. Stay steady. 🎯 Your future self is watching — and cheering you on.

Comment what one action you are taking for today!

Done being sidelined? Push Back is your guide to showing up fully, asserting yourself, and embracing the difficult momen...
12/18/2025

Done being sidelined?

Push Back is your guide to showing up fully, asserting yourself, and embracing the difficult moments that lead to freedom and fulfillment.

Let me show you how healthy conflict, clear boundaries, and unapologetic assertiveness can completely transform your relationships and your life!

📖 Take the first step toward empowerment—grab your copy now!

Are you often “easy” at your own expense—saying yes when you really want to say no, or putting others’ comfort above you...
12/18/2025

Are you often “easy” at your own expense—saying yes when you really want to say no, or putting others’ comfort above your own?

It’s time to stop sidelining yourself. 🫷

My book Push Back, empowers women to live, love, and work authentically—without losing themselves in the process. 💪

📖 Take the first step to choosing yourself freely. Order your copy today and start living on your terms.

Here’s the truth: Loving someone and knowing how to love them well aren’t the same thing! Relationships aren’t instinct ...
12/14/2025

Here’s the truth: Loving someone and knowing how to love them well aren’t the same thing!

Relationships aren’t instinct — they’re built with care, skill, and intention.

If you're ready to repair, reconnect, and rebuild - I’m here!

Get in touch today.

In relationships, it’s easy to chase harmony and avoid tough conversations - but smoothing things over can cost you your...
12/12/2025

In relationships, it’s easy to chase harmony and avoid tough conversations - but smoothing things over can cost you your voice and your needs.

Facing the hard truths helps you see which relationships are worth your energy and which patterns need to change.

Read more and see how honesty can transform your relationships.

https://allisondaminger.substack.com/p/he-needs-to-be-rattled-by-her-clarity

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