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Some follow up emails and questions
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1:44:19
Published: Thu Feb 09 2023
Description

"Laying a foundation""Thank Y'all" Follow up. "Need help wording question" Follow up from EP.08"Advice"

Chapters
In this podcast episode, the hosts read and answer four emails from their listeners, discussing various issues.
00:00 - 01:22 (01:22)
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Mental Health
Summary

In this podcast episode, the hosts read and answer four emails from their listeners, discussing various issues. They disclaim that they are not licensed professionals, and encourage their listeners to support them by sharing and joining their Patreon page.

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The speaker recounts his experience changing a tire, expressing a fear of the truck falling and revealing the high cost of the tire.
01:22 - 04:32 (03:10)
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Tire Changing
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The speaker recounts his experience changing a tire, expressing a fear of the truck falling and revealing the high cost of the tire.

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In this episode, the host discusses how past relationships can affect current ones and how to move on from trauma to avoid ruining your current relationship.
04:32 - 10:35 (06:02)
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Relationships
Summary

In this episode, the host discusses how past relationships can affect current ones and how to move on from trauma to avoid ruining your current relationship.

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The process of improving communication in a relationship can be difficult and may cause temporary difficulties before long-term benefits can be seen.
10:35 - 15:01 (04:26)
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Relationship Communication
Summary

The process of improving communication in a relationship can be difficult and may cause temporary difficulties before long-term benefits can be seen. It's important to learn from others' experiences to increase the likelihood of success.

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The arrival of a baby can completely change the dynamic of a relationship as the couple navigates a whole new set of challenges such as intimacy and lifestyle changes.
15:01 - 20:04 (05:02)
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Relationships
Summary

The arrival of a baby can completely change the dynamic of a relationship as the couple navigates a whole new set of challenges such as intimacy and lifestyle changes.

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Some follow up emails and questions
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This transcript discusses the emotional challenges that women face and how their partners can offer support during these difficult times.
20:04 - 25:07 (05:03)
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Emotional Health
Summary

This transcript discusses the emotional challenges that women face and how their partners can offer support during these difficult times.

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Some follow up emails and questions
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Communication is key in managing postpartum depression in couples; coming up with phrases to indicate the need to calm down and having enough space for decompressing can diffuse arguments and maintain intimacy.
25:07 - 29:59 (04:51)
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Postpartum Depression
Summary

Communication is key in managing postpartum depression in couples; coming up with phrases to indicate the need to calm down and having enough space for decompressing can diffuse arguments and maintain intimacy.

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A couple thanks the podcast for helping them improve their relationship.
29:59 - 32:24 (02:25)
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Relationships
Summary

A couple thanks the podcast for helping them improve their relationship.

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Some follow up emails and questions
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A discussion around co-parenting between biological and step-parents, including how to handle difficult conversations and boundaries.
32:24 - 36:38 (04:14)
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Co-Parenting
Summary

A discussion around co-parenting between biological and step-parents, including how to handle difficult conversations and boundaries.

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Some follow up emails and questions
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A mother of three talks about the challenges of balancing a career with parenting young children, dealing with illnesses and medical issues, and the unexpected emotional toll they can take.
36:38 - 44:53 (08:14)
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Parenting
Summary

A mother of three talks about the challenges of balancing a career with parenting young children, dealing with illnesses and medical issues, and the unexpected emotional toll they can take.

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The speaker discusses the importance of time management and multi-tasking to fit self-care and learning activities into a busy schedule, using the example of reading in the car.
44:53 - 48:09 (03:16)
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Time Management
Summary

The speaker discusses the importance of time management and multi-tasking to fit self-care and learning activities into a busy schedule, using the example of reading in the car. The speaker emphasizes the amount of work required to balance work, household chores, childcare, and personal growth while also pursuing an apprenticeship.

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The discomfort caused by hearing difficult truths is often an indication that we need to hear them.
48:09 - 50:11 (02:01)
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Domestic Violence
Summary

The discomfort caused by hearing difficult truths is often an indication that we need to hear them. It's important to recognize and accept these truths, especially in cases of domestic violence, where acknowledging the problem can lead to healing.

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The speaker plans to email a woman who wrote in for advice in a previous episode, offering her helpful documents for her business.
50:11 - 53:18 (03:06)
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Business advice
Summary

The speaker plans to email a woman who wrote in for advice in a previous episode, offering her helpful documents for her business. The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-esteem and self-respect in being a person of quality character.

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The speakers discuss insecurities in relationships and the fear of asking for help, emphasizing that reaching out for help doesn't mean that one should be shamed or embarrassed.
53:18 - 57:43 (04:25)
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Relationships
Summary

The speakers discuss insecurities in relationships and the fear of asking for help, emphasizing that reaching out for help doesn't mean that one should be shamed or embarrassed.

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Some follow up emails and questions
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The host discusses how she deals with online haters and mentions comments she receives on her appearance and contrasting beliefs.
57:43 - 59:45 (02:02)
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Dealing with hate online
Summary

The host discusses how she deals with online haters and mentions comments she receives on her appearance and contrasting beliefs.

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The speaker is implementing weekly check-ins to ensure open and honest communication without fear.
59:45 - 1:04:24 (04:38)
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Communication
Summary

The speaker is implementing weekly check-ins to ensure open and honest communication without fear. They acknowledge the need for specific questions and knowledge to address anxious feelings and mask emotions.

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The speaker is trying to monetize their podcast to turn it into a business, but has received pushback from some listeners who don't agree with their advice about relationships.
1:04:24 - 1:08:50 (04:26)
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Podcasting
Summary

The speaker is trying to monetize their podcast to turn it into a business, but has received pushback from some listeners who don't agree with their advice about relationships. Additionally, they want to focus on helping those who need it instead of wasting time with those who don't.

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A discussion about how kids are losing interest in getting their driver's license.
1:08:50 - 1:13:22 (04:32)
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Driver's License
Summary

A discussion about how kids are losing interest in getting their driver's license. Also, a story of a person who was seeing someone who didn't want to work and wanted a sugar daddy.

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The speaker shares their thoughts on who should pay for dinner on a date, stating that if a man doesn't offer to pay, they would not see him again, but they are also not interested in going on dates they cannot afford to pay for.
1:13:22 - 1:18:03 (04:41)
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Dating
Summary

The speaker shares their thoughts on who should pay for dinner on a date, stating that if a man doesn't offer to pay, they would not see him again, but they are also not interested in going on dates they cannot afford to pay for.

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The speaker emphasizes the need to balance time spent on social media with productivity in real life such as their career or personal development.
1:18:04 - 1:19:15 (01:11)
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Productivity
Summary

The speaker emphasizes the need to balance time spent on social media with productivity in real life such as their career or personal development.

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The hosts discuss the importance of working out as a couple to maintain a healthy relationship and avoid future regrets.
1:19:16 - 1:23:49 (04:32)
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Relationship
Summary

The hosts discuss the importance of working out as a couple to maintain a healthy relationship and avoid future regrets.

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Some follow up emails and questions
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The importance of setting expectations in relationships is discussed, including the need to communicate clearly and honestly about what each person wants from the other.
1:23:49 - 1:27:16 (03:26)
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Relationships
Summary

The importance of setting expectations in relationships is discussed, including the need to communicate clearly and honestly about what each person wants from the other. It is emphasized that having high standards and setting goals for a partner is healthy, but also acknowledging when these expectations are not being met is crucial.

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The speaker emphasizes that individuals should take control of their unhappy situations and actively make choices to improve their lives.
1:27:16 - 1:30:02 (02:46)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker emphasizes that individuals should take control of their unhappy situations and actively make choices to improve their lives.

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The speaker discusses her personal experience with negative self-talk and how it affected her relationship, as well as offering advice on how to regain intimacy by focusing on hobbies and positive interactions.
1:30:02 - 1:35:57 (05:55)
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Relationships
Summary

The speaker discusses her personal experience with negative self-talk and how it affected her relationship, as well as offering advice on how to regain intimacy by focusing on hobbies and positive interactions.

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Settling for a drug addict can lead to resentment, a broken family, and a wasted life.
1:35:57 - 1:39:18 (03:21)
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Relationships
Summary

Settling for a drug addict can lead to resentment, a broken family, and a wasted life. It's important for individuals to prioritize their own happiness and not settle for a partner who is not willing to put work into the relationship.

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The hosts discuss the dangers of obsessively playing video games for hours on end, especially if it means neglecting one's family and personal responsibilities.
1:39:18 - 1:42:21 (03:03)
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Video Games
Summary

The hosts discuss the dangers of obsessively playing video games for hours on end, especially if it means neglecting one's family and personal responsibilities. They suggest that those who use gaming as an escape from real life should re-evaluate their priorities and consider seeking help if necessary.

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The speaker discusses how video games can be a way to escape life, but emphasizes the importance of balance and not neglecting other responsibilities in life.
1:42:21 - 1:44:16 (01:54)
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Gaming
Summary

The speaker discusses how video games can be a way to escape life, but emphasizes the importance of balance and not neglecting other responsibilities in life.

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Some follow up emails and questions
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2 Be Better