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2 Be Better EP.08
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3:24:32
Published: Mon Feb 06 2023
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Our longest podcast yet. "Roommate Phase", "Traditional Values", "Need help wording a question", "BPD" and more. You can email us at [email protected]

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In this episode, the hosts explain that the recording for this episode was done over several days and will be scattered.
00:00 - 02:09 (02:09)
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Podcast
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In this episode, the hosts explain that the recording for this episode was done over several days and will be scattered. They also mention a recent bonus episode and the frequency of content on YouTube.

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The speaker gets emotional while discussing her definition of independence and shares that her controversial comments may be helping with her online following.
02:09 - 05:43 (03:33)
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Independence, Content Creation
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The speaker gets emotional while discussing her definition of independence and shares that her controversial comments may be helping with her online following.

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Simplifying tasks for hard-working individuals can increase their productivity and motivation.
05:43 - 10:53 (05:10)
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Work Efficiency
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Simplifying tasks for hard-working individuals can increase their productivity and motivation.

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The speaker shares an example of their partner compromising to maintain peace in their relationship during a vacation.
10:53 - 16:03 (05:09)
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Relationship
Summary

The speaker shares an example of their partner compromising to maintain peace in their relationship during a vacation. They express gratitude for not being made to feel guilty and urges others to choose peace over escalating conflicts in a relationship.

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A conversation about the benefits of leaving when it has become overwhelming and the inclusivity behind allowing someone to also benefit from leaving.
16:03 - 18:55 (02:51)
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Mental Health
Summary

A conversation about the benefits of leaving when it has become overwhelming and the inclusivity behind allowing someone to also benefit from leaving.

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Learning to use I statements instead of you statements can help you communicate your wants and needs to your partner without making them feel controlled or disrespected.
18:55 - 21:26 (02:31)
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Communication Skills
Summary

Learning to use I statements instead of you statements can help you communicate your wants and needs to your partner without making them feel controlled or disrespected.

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The idea that men are simple in their thinking is often misunderstood, as they prefer straightforward communication, especially when it comes to dealing with problem-solving.
21:26 - 25:51 (04:24)
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Men's behavior
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The idea that men are simple in their thinking is often misunderstood, as they prefer straightforward communication, especially when it comes to dealing with problem-solving. However, simple does not mean gullible, as emotions and rational considerations still form part of their thought process.

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The host discusses his desire to start interviewing Patreon supporters via Zoom and mentions a previous encounter with a sex therapist who praised the podcast.
25:51 - 29:34 (03:43)
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Podcasting
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The host discusses his desire to start interviewing Patreon supporters via Zoom and mentions a previous encounter with a sex therapist who praised the podcast.

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The speaker shares their struggles with mental health after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder but is working through it with therapy.
29:34 - 32:21 (02:46)
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Bipolar Disorder
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The speaker shares their struggles with mental health after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder but is working through it with therapy.

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Cheating in a relationship does not necessarily mean that it will happen again.
32:21 - 35:26 (03:05)
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Relationships
Summary

Cheating in a relationship does not necessarily mean that it will happen again. If intimacy is maintained and things are going well in the relationship, the chances of infidelity are decreased.

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The hosts discuss the nuances of dating and suggest getting tested and finding out any underlying issues that may impact the relationship before committing fully, emphasizing the importance of intention.
35:26 - 39:58 (04:31)
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Dating
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The hosts discuss the nuances of dating and suggest getting tested and finding out any underlying issues that may impact the relationship before committing fully, emphasizing the importance of intention.

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This podcast episode discusses the idea of pursuing music as a full-time career, whether through writing scores for movies or selling music as a lyricist or songwriter, and emphasizes the importance of work ethic and dedication to succeed in the industry.
39:58 - 46:52 (06:54)
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Music
Summary

This podcast episode discusses the idea of pursuing music as a full-time career, whether through writing scores for movies or selling music as a lyricist or songwriter, and emphasizes the importance of work ethic and dedication to succeed in the industry.

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The speaker talks about taking and giving advice, making changes to their daily life, and getting criticized for a TikTok about talking on the drive home.
46:52 - 51:43 (04:50)
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Advice
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The speaker talks about taking and giving advice, making changes to their daily life, and getting criticized for a TikTok about talking on the drive home.

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The podcast discusses the importance of decompression time after work, and how it can help transition better into home.
51:43 - 56:53 (05:09)
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Decompression time
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The podcast discusses the importance of decompression time after work, and how it can help transition better into home. They highlight the negative consequences of not having decompression time.

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The speaker emphasizes the importance of clear communication in relationships, especially when it comes to seeking your partner's opinion on sensitive issues or difficult situations.
56:54 - 1:03:26 (06:32)
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Communication
Summary

The speaker emphasizes the importance of clear communication in relationships, especially when it comes to seeking your partner's opinion on sensitive issues or difficult situations. By being open and non-judgmental, couples can work together to find solutions and maintain a positive outlook on their relationship.

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The speaker discusses the complexities of a conversation regarding a personal injury and how it can reveal emotional insecurities and guilt.
1:03:26 - 1:09:00 (05:34)
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Emotional Intelligence
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The speaker discusses the complexities of a conversation regarding a personal injury and how it can reveal emotional insecurities and guilt.

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The speaker discusses the concept of personal responsibility when it comes to weighing the risks of everyday activities, using the example of going to a gas station.
1:09:00 - 1:12:41 (03:40)
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Risk Assessment
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The speaker discusses the concept of personal responsibility when it comes to weighing the risks of everyday activities, using the example of going to a gas station.

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Women who go on multiple dates with a man just to receive free meals are not only using his wallet but also leading him on.
1:12:41 - 1:16:28 (03:46)
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Dating
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Women who go on multiple dates with a man just to receive free meals are not only using his wallet but also leading him on. This behavior is taking advantage of men and their expectations for the relationship.

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The speaker discusses personal experiences with a difficult childhood, the importance of communication in marriage and parenting, and the need for parental advocacy for children who require assistance.
1:16:28 - 1:20:01 (03:33)
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Parenting
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The speaker discusses personal experiences with a difficult childhood, the importance of communication in marriage and parenting, and the need for parental advocacy for children who require assistance.

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Lack of regulation in children's behavior might be a result of lack of proper education from parents.
1:20:01 - 1:22:47 (02:45)
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Parenting
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Lack of regulation in children's behavior might be a result of lack of proper education from parents. Absence of attention from parents poses a threat to children in public places.

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The speaker discusses how experiencing trauma at a young age can impact brain development and lead to mental health conditions later in life, and shares her own personal experience with receiving a borderline personality disorder diagnosis.
1:22:47 - 1:27:12 (04:25)
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Trauma, Mental Health
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The speaker discusses how experiencing trauma at a young age can impact brain development and lead to mental health conditions later in life, and shares her own personal experience with receiving a borderline personality disorder diagnosis.

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The speaker reflects on the importance of having access to therapy and support systems when living with borderline personality disorder.
1:27:12 - 1:31:09 (03:56)
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Borderline Personality Disorder
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The speaker reflects on the importance of having access to therapy and support systems when living with borderline personality disorder. They recommend books such as "Buddha and the Borderline" and "Walking on Eggshells" to help process the disorder.

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The podcast features laughter and a conversation about men's ability to love women the way they deserve.
1:31:10 - 1:33:42 (02:31)
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Relationships
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The podcast features laughter and a conversation about men's ability to love women the way they deserve.

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The speaker emphasizes the importance of listening to emotional experiences of others while sharing the story of his own childhood responsibilities as a father figure to his younger brothers.
1:33:42 - 1:37:09 (03:26)
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Empathy
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The speaker emphasizes the importance of listening to emotional experiences of others while sharing the story of his own childhood responsibilities as a father figure to his younger brothers. Acknowledging and empathizing with other people's experiences can be the best response in such situations.

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The speaker talks about trusting their partner and opening up about their struggles with processing things, while also acknowledging their overwhelming anxiety towards cleaning the house.
1:37:09 - 1:39:33 (02:24)
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Trust, Anxiety, Overwhelming Mess
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The speaker talks about trusting their partner and opening up about their struggles with processing things, while also acknowledging their overwhelming anxiety towards cleaning the house.

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Simplifying tasks when feeling overwhelmed due to mental illness is necessary.
1:39:33 - 1:43:14 (03:41)
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Mental Health
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Simplifying tasks when feeling overwhelmed due to mental illness is necessary. Choosing to not do anything when there is a chance of negative outcomes can lead to regrets in the future.

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A mother shares how she deals with depression, anxiety, and parenting by taking breaks to relax and watch a movie when needed, while still getting things done.
1:43:14 - 1:47:24 (04:09)
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Parenting
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A mother shares how she deals with depression, anxiety, and parenting by taking breaks to relax and watch a movie when needed, while still getting things done.

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The way children live their lives as adults, the way they process things, their communication and life decisions will boil down to what their parents did in their childhood.
1:47:24 - 1:50:59 (03:34)
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Parenthood
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The way children live their lives as adults, the way they process things, their communication and life decisions will boil down to what their parents did in their childhood. It's important to reflect on our actions as parents and strive to provide good memories for our kids.

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This excerpt discusses the importance of effective communication in relationships and how respecting each other’s work and efforts can lead to a healthier dynamic.
1:50:59 - 1:54:14 (03:15)
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Relationships
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This excerpt discusses the importance of effective communication in relationships and how respecting each other’s work and efforts can lead to a healthier dynamic.

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A therapist explains that there is no cure for depression and that people should not expect one, as the idea of a cure can be discouraging for those struggling with mental health.
1:54:14 - 1:57:39 (03:25)
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Mental Health
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A therapist explains that there is no cure for depression and that people should not expect one, as the idea of a cure can be discouraging for those struggling with mental health.

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The transcript includes several anecdotes about growing up on a farm, the sacrifices of being away from home, and the struggles of dealing with the aftermath of a flooded house.
1:57:39 - 2:01:44 (04:04)
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Lifestyle
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The transcript includes several anecdotes about growing up on a farm, the sacrifices of being away from home, and the struggles of dealing with the aftermath of a flooded house.

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The lack of support system in personal and professional life can be a roadblock to achieving success and balance, leading to feeling lost and overwhelmed.
2:01:44 - 2:03:55 (02:11)
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Support System
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The lack of support system in personal and professional life can be a roadblock to achieving success and balance, leading to feeling lost and overwhelmed.

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The speaker suggests seeking resources like Google and YouTube for time management tips and taking breaks when possible.
2:03:55 - 2:06:22 (02:26)
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Time Management
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The speaker suggests seeking resources like Google and YouTube for time management tips and taking breaks when possible. They acknowledge the importance of having a support system for emotional well-being.

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The speaker discusses the potential negative impacts of video games on time management, as it can become an addictive escape from reality and negatively affect responsibilities.
2:06:22 - 2:11:24 (05:01)
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Time Management
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The speaker discusses the potential negative impacts of video games on time management, as it can become an addictive escape from reality and negatively affect responsibilities. They also mention personal examples of individuals whose lives were ruined by excessive video game use.

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This podcast explores the difficulties of creating friendships with single individuals as a married couple, due to differing lifestyles and perspectives.
2:11:24 - 2:13:57 (02:33)
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Relationships
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This podcast explores the difficulties of creating friendships with single individuals as a married couple, due to differing lifestyles and perspectives.

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The hosts discuss the importance of having friendships outside of your marriage, particularly with individuals of the same gender, and the potential strains opposite-gender friendships can have on a relationship.
2:13:57 - 2:18:19 (04:22)
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Marriage
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The hosts discuss the importance of having friendships outside of your marriage, particularly with individuals of the same gender, and the potential strains opposite-gender friendships can have on a relationship.

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This podcast episode focuses on the importance of taking small steps during difficult times and how spending time together as a couple can help improve relationships.
2:18:19 - 2:22:37 (04:18)
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Self-Improvement
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This podcast episode focuses on the importance of taking small steps during difficult times and how spending time together as a couple can help improve relationships.

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The speaker shares their experience of parenting a child with autism and the challenges they face in providing them with the best possible care, including attending appointments and therapy visits, as well as dealing with the emotional toll of receiving compliments followed by criticism.
2:22:39 - 2:26:06 (03:27)
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Autism
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The speaker shares their experience of parenting a child with autism and the challenges they face in providing them with the best possible care, including attending appointments and therapy visits, as well as dealing with the emotional toll of receiving compliments followed by criticism.

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The speaker wants to encourage her mother to go back to work to alleviate financial burden and help with isolation issues while also motivating herself to get her own life together.
2:26:06 - 2:28:51 (02:44)
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Encouragement
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The speaker wants to encourage her mother to go back to work to alleviate financial burden and help with isolation issues while also motivating herself to get her own life together.

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This podcast snippet discusses the advantages of being physically active, including improvements to overall health and well-being.
2:28:51 - 2:31:50 (02:59)
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Physical Activity
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This podcast snippet discusses the advantages of being physically active, including improvements to overall health and well-being.

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A woman shares her experience dealing with an abusive and unfaithful partner, and how she took steps to move on and start a new life.
2:31:53 - 2:35:34 (03:41)
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Relationships
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A woman shares her experience dealing with an abusive and unfaithful partner, and how she took steps to move on and start a new life.

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A military father shares the story of how he was charged with child negligence and had to pay $65,000 in restitution after his son defecated in his pants because his teacher wouldn't let him use the restroom, highlighting the unintended and severe consequences of punishing children for basic bodily functions.
2:35:34 - 2:39:05 (03:30)
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Parenting
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A military father shares the story of how he was charged with child negligence and had to pay $65,000 in restitution after his son defecated in his pants because his teacher wouldn't let him use the restroom, highlighting the unintended and severe consequences of punishing children for basic bodily functions.

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Some people work harder to be better providers when entering a relationship while others may struggle to afford certain luxuries.
2:39:05 - 2:42:19 (03:14)
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Relationships
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Some people work harder to be better providers when entering a relationship while others may struggle to afford certain luxuries. It's not uncommon to ask for more to impress a date or pick up an extra job to improve financial stability.

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The host discusses various topics including 9/11, infidelity and the confusion surrounding abbreviations such as LA for Louisiana.
2:42:19 - 2:45:08 (02:48)
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Miscellaneous
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The host discusses various topics including 9/11, infidelity and the confusion surrounding abbreviations such as LA for Louisiana.

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In a scenario of a disagreement, the speaker values their relationship over possessions and expresses that they would simply move on instead of fighting for it.
2:45:13 - 2:47:44 (02:30)
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Relationships
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In a scenario of a disagreement, the speaker values their relationship over possessions and expresses that they would simply move on instead of fighting for it. However, in a separate incident, someone's loyalty was tested in the midst of retrieving their phone.

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The podcast discusses the challenges of co-parenting in difficult situations, where some men may struggle with missing their children and falling into depression while others may be wrongly accused of threatening violence by vindictive partners.
2:47:44 - 2:50:45 (03:01)
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Co-Parenting
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The podcast discusses the challenges of co-parenting in difficult situations, where some men may struggle with missing their children and falling into depression while others may be wrongly accused of threatening violence by vindictive partners.

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In this episode, the speaker talks about her struggle with seeing sex as love and dealing with the consequences of sexual abuse.
2:50:45 - 2:55:42 (04:57)
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Sexual Abuse
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In this episode, the speaker talks about her struggle with seeing sex as love and dealing with the consequences of sexual abuse. She also discusses the challenges of weight loss and the potential dangers of certain medical procedures.

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The speaker talks about how they used to equate being sexually attractive with being loved, but now they realize how important the little things are in a relationship.
2:55:42 - 2:59:51 (04:08)
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Love & Relationships
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The speaker talks about how they used to equate being sexually attractive with being loved, but now they realize how important the little things are in a relationship. They recount a story where their partner cleaned up after throwing up and how they now appreciate smaller actions more than grand gestures.

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The speaker is fascinated by a man who he believes is a real-life video game character, capable of making decisions in the moment and making a positive impact on his life.
2:59:51 - 3:01:53 (02:01)
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Video Games
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The speaker is fascinated by a man who he believes is a real-life video game character, capable of making decisions in the moment and making a positive impact on his life.

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In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes the importance of choosing happiness over victim mentality, and taking responsibility for one's own healing and growth.
3:01:53 - 3:08:06 (06:13)
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Mental Health
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In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes the importance of choosing happiness over victim mentality, and taking responsibility for one's own healing and growth. Blaming others for one's own trauma or problems leads to a negative and unfulfilling life.

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This podcast discusses how bitterness and disappointment can hinder relationships, and the importance of overcoming these emotions for personal growth and open opportunities in relationships.
3:08:06 - 3:11:12 (03:05)
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Relationship Advice
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This podcast discusses how bitterness and disappointment can hinder relationships, and the importance of overcoming these emotions for personal growth and open opportunities in relationships.

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The speaker shares how they express their love for their partner through small gestures and the significance behind each.
3:11:14 - 3:15:42 (04:28)
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Love
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The speaker shares how they express their love for their partner through small gestures and the significance behind each.

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The speaker reflects on past experiences that were influenced by choices that could have been different, and comments on the danger of putting oneself in situations that may be unsafe.
3:15:44 - 3:18:59 (03:15)
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Personal Growth.
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The speaker reflects on past experiences that were influenced by choices that could have been different, and comments on the danger of putting oneself in situations that may be unsafe.

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The speaker shares his thoughts on the challenges that men face in today's society, such as the fear of being labeled as a harasser or predator, the lack of acceptance for calling out toxic behavior, and the importance of being prepared before making business decisions.
3:18:59 - 3:22:29 (03:29)
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Men's Issues
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The speaker shares his thoughts on the challenges that men face in today's society, such as the fear of being labeled as a harasser or predator, the lack of acceptance for calling out toxic behavior, and the importance of being prepared before making business decisions.

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The podcast ends with a call to action to share and subscribe, as well as promote their Patreon for exclusive content and live streams.
3:22:29 - 3:24:29 (02:00)
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Podcasting
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The podcast ends with a call to action to share and subscribe, as well as promote their Patreon for exclusive content and live streams. The hosts also briefly reflect on a missed business opportunity.

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