Episode
#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
1:20:42
Published: Thu Jul 28 2022
Description
James Smith is an author, podcaster, online trainer and not a life coach. Many men and women no longer see each other as on the same team with a common goal, and instead view them as adversaries who don't play well together. But given that humanity has continued successfully for hundreds of thousands of years, this can't be how it's always been, so why is it now? Expect to learn why James got in trouble for saying "she's a 10 but...", how convenient activities often get mistaken for enjoyable activities, whether guys can look at girls in the gym or not, whether Elon Musk not buying Twitter is a huge win for him, whether TikTok is a dangerous influence, what you can learn about yourself from the tasks you're avoiding, why people fearing ignorance is making them stupid and much more... Sponsors: Get 15% discount on Craftd London’s jewellery at https://bit.ly/cdwisdom (use code MW15) Get a Free Sample Pack of all LMNT Flavours at https://www.drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get 83% discount & 3 months free from Surfshark VPN at https://surfshark.deals/MODERNWISDOM (use code MODERNWISDOM) Extra Stuff: Check out James' Academy - https://www.jamessmithacademy.com/ Follow James on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamessmithpt Order Not A Life Coach - https://amzn.to/30VkVdb Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/
Chapters
James Smith discusses the difference between convenient and enjoyable activities, shares his experience of getting in trouble for a controversial statement, and explores the introspective value of examining one's avoidance behavior in this episode of the Modern Wisdom podcast.
00:00 - 05:10 (05:10)
Summary
James Smith discusses the difference between convenient and enjoyable activities, shares his experience of getting in trouble for a controversial statement, and explores the introspective value of examining one's avoidance behavior in this episode of the Modern Wisdom podcast.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
People often idealize certain physiques, but the fitness industry tends to preach what they preach due to the way they look.
05:10 - 10:29 (05:19)
Summary
People often idealize certain physiques, but the fitness industry tends to preach what they preach due to the way they look. The industry largely ignores that genetic differences can determine how easily someone can get and maintain a good shape.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker wishes for more dialogue in the gym to address uncomfortable stares, especially towards women who are changing clothes.
10:29 - 15:25 (04:56)
Summary
The speaker wishes for more dialogue in the gym to address uncomfortable stares, especially towards women who are changing clothes. He also describes the behavior of some men who take off their pump covers, akin to exerting dominance, which can be uncomfortable for others.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The new trend for men's hairstyles is the "plaid cross stripe" where men are wearing their hair pushed forward and in different patterns, however, guys are still the first to comment on each other's hairlines.
15:25 - 21:52 (06:26)
Summary
The new trend for men's hairstyles is the "plaid cross stripe" where men are wearing their hair pushed forward and in different patterns, however, guys are still the first to comment on each other's hairlines.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
In a world where few people are passionate about anything, some people take rationality very seriously, leading to ridicule.
21:52 - 27:43 (05:51)
Summary
In a world where few people are passionate about anything, some people take rationality very seriously, leading to ridicule. Many people are disconnected from their values and only feel passion when they engage in politically correct behavior or act like a "Karen".
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
This podcast discusses the idea of pursuing athletic excellence and how recognition in society can be misleading.
27:43 - 34:13 (06:30)
Summary
This podcast discusses the idea of pursuing athletic excellence and how recognition in society can be misleading. The importance of hard work, consistency, mentorship and inspiration are emphasized.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker suggests that instead of making assumptions, women should be asked why they may like choking during sex to better understand it.
34:13 - 39:29 (05:15)
Summary
The speaker suggests that instead of making assumptions, women should be asked why they may like choking during sex to better understand it. Additionally, the use of the word "feminist" often creates a negative reaction even though feminists have accomplished many things for women throughout history.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses the idea of women providing sexual services online as an alternative to strip clubs or unsafe physical encounters, and how it could be considered a form of female empowerment.
39:29 - 44:44 (05:15)
Summary
The podcast discusses the idea of women providing sexual services online as an alternative to strip clubs or unsafe physical encounters, and how it could be considered a form of female empowerment.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses the psychology behind cuckolding, the potential appeal of watching others have sex, and how it may affect arousal in real life situations.
44:44 - 53:22 (08:37)
Summary
The podcast discusses the psychology behind cuckolding, the potential appeal of watching others have sex, and how it may affect arousal in real life situations.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The rise of social media platforms has resulted in a shift in political narratives and leanings with significant implications on individuals, with many people now spending most of their time seeking information outside the mainstream media.
53:22 - 1:02:28 (09:05)
Summary
The rise of social media platforms has resulted in a shift in political narratives and leanings with significant implications on individuals, with many people now spending most of their time seeking information outside the mainstream media. However, the disintegration of ignorance may lead to a society that frowns on differing opinions and views.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this episode, the speaker talks about how small tasks that we keep pushing to do later can cause anxiety and affect our productivity.
1:02:28 - 1:09:28 (07:00)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker talks about how small tasks that we keep pushing to do later can cause anxiety and affect our productivity. They suggest taking action on these tasks instead of obsessing over them to improve mental well-being and save time in the long run.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The potential for dominating something you do like is much higher than the potential for dominating something you don't like.
1:09:28 - 1:13:58 (04:30)
Summary
The potential for dominating something you do like is much higher than the potential for dominating something you don't like. Understanding how to deal with failure is more important than being confident.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
James Beshara discusses the importance of doing things you enjoy, spending time with loved ones, and getting adequate rest.
1:13:58 - 1:18:52 (04:54)
Summary
James Beshara discusses the importance of doing things you enjoy, spending time with loved ones, and getting adequate rest. He believes there needs to be a better culture in the UK to encourage people to pursue their passions and make changes in their lives.
Episode#505 - James Smith - Can Men & Women Be Friends Again?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker shares two ways to support podcasts; following the show on the podcast app and using Surfshark VPN with a discount.
1:18:52 - 1:20:54 (02:02)
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The speaker shares two ways to support podcasts; following the show on the podcast app and using Surfshark VPN with a discount. The speaker also pitches a free sample pack of Elements flavors.