Build A Better Us Podcast

78 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 87 ratings

A better you helps us to become a better us. BJ Thompson, Jon "JP" Parker, and guests discuss relationships from a new and refreshing perspective. Listen in as they share personal experiences, how God transformed their worldviews.

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Episodes

E028 - Christian Dating - Part 1

December 10, 2018 17:41 - 31 minutes

This week, BJ and JP discuss the unique aspects of dating in the Christian "world". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E027 - Self Conscious v Self Aware

December 03, 2018 15:39 - 28 minutes

In this episode we delve more into the differences between being self-conscious and self-aware. One causes you to easily be broken by lack of affirmation while the latter allows you to stand firm in your own strength and dignity. Listen in to get practical tips on making the shift from self-consciousness to self-awareness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E026 - Life Goals - Part 2

November 26, 2018 23:24 - 31 minutes

This episode is a continuation of Life Goals part 1; when you aren't realistically reaching your life goals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E025 - Life Goals - Part 1

November 19, 2018 13:17 - 33 minutes

In this episode, we discuss realistic life goals and what they look like as one evolves. Listen in to get practical ideas on how to set your #lifegoals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E024 - Dating in 2018 - Part 2

November 12, 2018 13:13 - 35 minutes

This episode is a continuation of Dating in 2018 (Part 1) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E023 - Dating in 2018 - Part 1

November 05, 2018 13:00 - 32 minutes

In this episode we talk about the evolution of dating. Picking up where we left off on the "Situationship" episode (Ep 14), we talk about what dating looks like in 2018 as compared to early 2000's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E022 - Relational Overstay

October 29, 2018 12:17 - 33 minutes

Our hosts, BJ and JP, talk about the relationships and situations they should have left behind much sooner. Do you think you have overstayed your welcome in a relationship, friendship, or job? Listen in to find out and to get practical tips on how to thrive away from these situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E021 - Consumer v Producer - Part 2

October 22, 2018 12:09 - 30 minutes

This episode is a continuation of the previous "Consumer v Producer" discussion. Tune in for a deeper look at what it means to be a producer of your life rather than a consumer. You don't want to miss this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E020 - Consumer v Producer - Part 1

October 15, 2018 15:21 - 30 minutes

In this episode, JP and BJ discuss how their lives were different when they adjusted their mindset from being a consumer to being a producer. As always, they share practical examples on how you can start shifting your mindset toward being a producer in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E019 - Moving Past the Pain

October 01, 2018 12:15 - 32 minutes

JP and BJ talk about what it means to stay stuck in the pain of a certain situation. Listen in to get practical ideas on how to move past the pain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E018 - Living Your Best Life

September 24, 2018 12:00 - 33 minutes

Are you living your best life? Today we talk about the difference between being a cheap version of success versus actually living your best life. Listen in to hear about the key elements of living your best life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E017 - Success and Jealousy

September 10, 2018 12:08 - 36 minutes

Today, JP and BJ discuss how success can affect your relationships. Listen in on practical ways to deal with these changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E016 - Thriving v Surviving

August 28, 2018 12:00 - 31 minutes

Are you surviving or thriving? In this episode, JP and BJ share the importance of knowing the difference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E015 - Engaging Ignorance

August 20, 2018 12:07 - 40 minutes

Today, we discuss how to interact with interact with ignorance and how to keep oneself from being ignorant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E014 - Relationships v Situationships

August 13, 2018 12:05 - 37 minutes

Today, JP and BJ share how they've experienced different relationships. Listen in to learn to identify how situationships are different from relationships and, how they can be damaging to your perception of relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E013 - Unrealistic Expectations Part 2

August 06, 2018 12:34 - 33 minutes

In this episode, BJ and JP continue to discuss unrealistic expectations. This time the focus is on friendships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E012 - Unrealistic Expectations Part 1

July 30, 2018 12:35 - 37 minutes

BJ and JP share how their personal experiences shaped their expectations and views about relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E011 - The Cardi B Effect

July 23, 2018 15:52 - 31 minutes

In this episode, BJ and JP talk about practical ways to "get rid of the fake" in your life. Based on one of Cardi B's lines about controlling the amount of "fake" in her surroundings, this episode will help you identify the toxic areas in your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E010 - Wins and Losses

July 16, 2018 19:37 - 31 minutes

In this episode, we discuss how to roll with the wins and losses in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E009 - Weakness as Strength

July 09, 2018 14:00 - 28 minutes

In this episode, BJ and JP share practical ways to use your weakness as strength. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E008 - Struggling for Acceptance

July 02, 2018 16:06 - 31 minutes

When seeking approval goes wrong. BJ and JP discuss their experiences with looking for acceptance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E007 - Life After The Breakup

June 25, 2018 20:44 - 36 minutes

In this episode, BJ and JP discuss the practical steps to experiencing life after a breakup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E006 - KD v LeBron

June 18, 2018 12:00 - 28 minutes

Sometimes it's hard to say goodbye to an "okay" situation. Could it be worth it if a "great" situation is on the other side? JP and BJ share their thoughts about the importance of knowing when it's time to leave a stagnant situation to pursue growth by comparing KD vs Lebron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E005 - Pain Management

June 11, 2018 13:26 - 40 minutes

In this episode, BJ and JP discuss how unhealthy pain management affects day to day interactions with self and others. You won't want to miss the tips on how you can improve your process for pain management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

E004 - Life Reconstruction

May 25, 2018 15:50 - 42 minutes

In this episode we talk about intentionally reconstructing your life. Don't let your passions die for the sake of following the "traditional" path of life. Listen in and get the tools you need to take control of your life through self-discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices