This episode discusses the complexity of Love.

The Good Read for this episode is Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes by Morgan House

Every investment plan under the sun is, at best, an informed speculation of what may happen in the future, based on a systematic extrapolation from the known past.

Same as Ever reverses the process, inviting us to identify the many things that never, ever change.

With his usual elan, Morgan Housel presents a master class on optimizing risk, seizing opportunity, and living your best life. Through a sequence of engaging stories and pithy examples, he shows how we can use our newfound grasp of the unchanging to see around corners, not by squinting harder through the uncertain landscape of the future, but by looking backwards, being more broad-sighted, and focusing instead on what is permanently true.

By doing so, we may better anticipate the big stuff, and achieve the greatest success, not merely financial comforts, but most importantly, a life well lived.

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After years of trials and tribulations, my Uncle Swole is finally free. His journey back to St. Louis was nothing short of extraordinary—a testament to resilience, hope, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Each mile traveled carried with it the weight of past struggles and the promise of a brighter tomorrow. As we approached the familiar streets of our hometown, anticipation surged through us, knowing the profound surprise awaiting my Grandmother. The moment she noticed my Uncle Swole, tears flowed freely, hearts swelled with joy, and the room was filled with the warmth of a family reunited. This was not just a return; it was a celebration of perseverance, love, and the power of never giving up.

This episode discusses the process of enduring the Hardlife.

The Good Read for this episode is The Four Relationship Styles: How Attachment Theory Can Help You in Your Search for Lasting Love by Anita Knight Kuhnley

The beloved relationship coach, teacher, and host of the top relationship podcast Jillian on Love reveals nine core truths about love and self-acceptance and provides powerful self-healing techniques and strategies to help us repair our relationship with ourselves and start building the rewarding relationships we deserve.

Jillian Turecki’s holistic, compassionate, yet no-nonsense approach to love has attracted a devoted following of millions. In her highly anticipated debut book, she makes clear that if you want a meaningful relationship filled with connection, security, and intimacy, you have to look within. The common denominator in all your relationships is you.

Drawing from decades of experience helping clients heal themselves and their relationships, It Begins with You introduces the 9 core truths we must accept in order to change our lives:

Truth 1: It begins with you.

Truth 2: The mind is a battlefield.

Truth 3: Lust is not the same thing as love.

Truth 4: You have to love yourself.

Truth 5: You must speak up and tell the truth.

Truth 6: You need to be your best self (even after the honeymoon).

Truth 7: You cannot convince someone to love you.

Truth 8: No one is coming to save you.

Truth 9: You must make peace with your parents.

Blending therapeutic strategies, somatic techniques, client case studies, practical tools, tips, and guiding questions, It Begins with You gives us a roadmap to finally start doing the work needed to love ourselves and find the love we deserve. It's never too late to choose yourself.

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