A former NFL player shares his experience witnessing domestic violence and how it inspired him to become an advocate for women.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of taking time to date, learn people, learn what makes them work and what works for you, to end up with better outcomes in relationships.
The speaker discusses how attending old-fashioned schools that were badly run made them bad at following rules later in life. Additionally, the speaker opens up about their traumatic childhood with a mother who suffered from serious mental issues.
The speaker talks about his parents, his dad who was loving and empathetic but struggled with women, and his mom who was strict and disciplinary. Growing up with both taught him the importance of balance.
The author reflects on the lessons he learned about love, life, and gratitude from an inspirational woman who taught him to love unconditionally and not be afraid to be simple or naive.