Love + Life Advice
159 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingListen in as we read questions and give advice for love, dating, and life in general. We've been married for over 9 years and we've seen some dramatic ups and downs in our relationship. We have a positive outlook on life and strive for personal growth together. We believe our unique views on dealing with problems can help others through tough times, and help you come out on top living a happy, productive, and FUN life. New episode every Wednesday!
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Go for what you want... [Ep #114]
December 09, 2021 01:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBIn today's episode, we talk about going for our goals and putting our podcast on hiatus indefinitely. This is a bit of a sad installment but we felt there needed to be a little closure for the podcast as a whole. We're trying to focus on our big picture goals both individually and personally and the time has come for us to put this project on hold. We appreciate everyone who joined us for any amount of time and hope you enjoyed listening to us ramble! Best of luck to everyone! We aren't s...
Marriage out of sync + Depression [Ep #113]
November 18, 2021 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this weeks episode, we chat about how easy it is for you and your spouse to get out of sync in a marriage. Sometimes it seems like you're just not on the same page, or even reading the same book... The episode also touches on the topic of depression as that is part of the problem we're facing at the moment. Listen in as we discuss and enjoy. Until next week, have a good one!
Goals and consistency in life... [Ep #112]
November 11, 2021 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn today's episode, we are chatting a little about goals and consistency in making things happen. We talk a little about how we feel keeping at goals is important in all aspects of life but especially in your strategy and approach. Keeping yourself moving forward is always good; especially when you stay the course and make progress no matter what happens. Listen in as we discuss and enjoy! P.S.: Sorry for the late episode release! We're going to start releasing later in the evening (EST) ...
Do you experience extreme opposite emotions? [Ep #111]
November 03, 2021 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIn today's episode, Megan returns from vacation and we get back to a more normal episode! We're chatting about how you can have such powerful emotions that seem to contradict each other and make you a little crazy. Megan has been experiencing this in her life lately for the first time (in multiple ways) and wanted to get this off her mind. As usual, we get a little off-track, but it all relates in some way. Listen in as we discuss and enjoy!
Update + Apologies [Ep #110]
October 27, 2021 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.81 MBIn today's episode... Nothing much happens. Honestly, we've got a lot going on and with our in-laws visiting, things were a little too hectic to get a proper episode put together. However, I did want to at least let folks know what was going on. Listen in for a quick update but come back next Wednesday for a proper episode. Thanks for listening, apologies for the non-episode. We'll get back on track soon!!
Marriage rough patches + Past sexual experiences [Ep #109]
October 20, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBIn today's episode, Jason will solo once again while Megan is on vacation. I'll be answering two questions: Are rough patches normal in a marriage? Should you feel sick when discussing your partners past sexual experiences? Listen in for some thoughts on these questions and enjoy! Catch you next Wednesday for more! Thanks for listening. :)
A couple of related dating questions... [Ep #108]
October 13, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBIn today's episode, Jason does a solo run at answering a couple of questions. They are both about dating or finding something and seem to be focused on being a certain age and not being at a certain place in life. We've always said on the show that we don't believe in deadlines or what society says you should do. Listen in and enjoy! Catch you next week!
Life Update: The next few weeks [Ep #107]
October 06, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn today's episode, we give a little life update and fill you in on what's coming in the next few weeks. Megan will be taking time off work while her parents come to visit in the next few weeks so we'll be doing a little shuffling around to keep some episodes coming. Just a quick update on some things that are going on over the next few weeks with a little conversation about Megan's new passion project. Thanks for listening and hope you enjoy! PS: Listen all the way to the end for a sil...
How much is too much? [Ep #106]
September 29, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBIn today's episode, we talk about what the line is for spending too much time with other people. Can you get too obsessed with everyone in your circle or poly group? Does everyone have their own line in the sand where it gets to be "too much"? We discuss our side of the situation and how we both feel like we're already in a different place even at this stage of the story. As usual, we get pretty off-track as we progress through the question, but we both have a different view of things in ...
What are our poly expectations? [Ep #105]
September 22, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBIn today's episode, we talk a little bit about what we both expect out of this poly relationship. We both know the current situation won't last forever, because that's not how life works. But what do we hope happens? What are we getting out of the new dynamics of this relationship as it stands? Where do we want things to go in the future? Listen in to get our thoughts and enjoy! Catch you next week!
A little backstory of how the poly relationship came to be... [Ep #104]
September 15, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIn today's episode, we do a little story time about how our current situation came to be. We didn't seek out a poly relationship or even consider this an option when this friendship started. It all came about organically over time and the realization was a drunken joke at first. Now that we've started to analyze and embrace the idea more, we thought a little history might be in order before we move forward with whatever comes next... Listen in and enjoy! What do you think? Are we crazy o...
What are the levels of love? [Ep #103]
September 08, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIn today's episode we dive deeper into the levels of love and what it can mean in a poly relationship. We're still learning as we go but we have some thoughts on the different levels of attraction that got us thinking about the whole polyamorous lifestyle in the first place. Listen in and enjoy! Are you part of a poly relationship? What has your experience been? What are the pros and cons? Let us know!
What is a polyamorous relationship? [Ep #102]
September 01, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBIn today's episode, we're starting our multi-episode discussion about Polyamorous Relationships. To get things going, we discuss a handful of different types of polyamorous relationships and talk about what each of them entail. We talk about polyamorous relationships being on the rise, and what that may look like in the coming years. We also discuss why monogamous relationships are so hard and fail so often. Could polyamorous relationships be the solution to a happier relationship? Fi...
What's on the horizon... [Ep #101]
August 26, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MBIn today's episode, we give you a brief update on what's to come with our podcast. As you may know, after hitting our one year mark and episode 100 last week, we've decided to cut back to one episode a week. However, we're going to start discussing topics more in depth and generally doing series on each topic. Starting next Wednesday, we'll get into our first big conversation of this new chapter in the Love and Life Advice podcast: Polyamorous Relationships. Tune in next Wednesday for t...
Can you do something every week for a year? [Ep #100]
August 18, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBWe made it! Today marks ONE year and exactly 100 episodes of our Love and Life Advice podcast!!! In today's episode we hit on a lot of different topics. We reminisce about our personal favorite episodes. We give you the stats of our most downloaded episodes. We update you on our own life goals. Most importantly, we let you in on where we will be going with the future of our podcast! Tune in now for this special one hour retrospective episode about the first year of our podcast! Enjoy!
Are you a creative person? [Ep #99]
August 16, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn today's episode, we talk about creativity and expressing yourself in many different ways. Following up from last weeks episode, we talk more about what sort of creative outlets we have as individuals and how important it is to embrace your inner creativity and put it out into the world. Everything we do can be a creative outlet and help you grow and express yourself as a unique person. We also believe it can be a good way to relax and help clear your mind of the stress from day to day l...
Have you changed who you are as an adult? [Ep #98]
August 11, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIn today's episode, we talk about coming full circle when you get older and finding the parts of you that were lost as you became an adult. Jason talks about how now, in his early 40's, he's being drawn back to the things that he loved when he was young. Getting back to the creative parts of his childhood and teenage years that seem to have diminished as he focused on grinding out life. Are you the same way? Do you have parts of yourself that have been buried in the mundane world as you t...
Can you do the difficult thing? [Ep #97]
August 09, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBIn today's episode, Megan does a story time about a hard day she had last Friday when a little yellow bird flew into her office window and ultimately died in front of her. Megan was upset and down the rest of the day over the small moment and it got her thinking about how much she still needs to grow as a person and how life can change you in an instant, even over something that might seem so insignificant. Listen in to hear the full story and Megan's take on the sad twist in her day. Enj...
Why do you have sex? [Ep #96]
August 04, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn today's episode we talk about most people's favorite topic of conversation... Sex! People have sex for many different reasons, but today we dive into the "why". We get to the root of the obsession with sex. We get to the reason why people will throw caution to the wind, ruin healthy/stable relationships, and give into their ultimate desires. Join us and enjoy! We'll catch you next Monday!
How do you know when to move on? [Ep #95]
August 02, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBIn today's episode, we answer a question about how to know when a relationship is over and when you should move on. Megan has a few points of when you should consider calling the relationship quits but also feels you should fight for it if you have been together a few years or more. When do you know things aren't worth keeping? Listen in for a few thoughts. Enjoy and catch you on Wednesday!
Should you date someone without a car? [Ep #94]
July 28, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.76 MBIn today's episode, we go back to another question. The person asks if they should date someone that doesn't have a car. Megan and I both somewhat agree that the question seems a little silly and vain, but we give our thoughts on it and consider a few things along the way. Listen in and let us know if you agree! Catch you next week!
Do you enjoy movies about the past? [Ep 93]
July 26, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this episode, we chat about our recent TV watching habits. We've been watching documentaries and a few other random things. But one thing that we've been into lately are movies about the past, especially the 80s or 90s. We chat about a few things and ultimately about how these types of movies or TV shows give you that feeling of comfort and warmth. How do you feel about reliving the past through film? Let us know! Enjoy!
How will the future of housing look? [Ep #92]
July 21, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBWe've been talking quite a bit lately on how technology is getting out of control in a lot of ways. The notifications are out of control and distract us from living a much more simple life because we can't put our electronics down. In today's episode, we chat a little about how we predict in the next 10-20 years will start living a more balanced life with nature and technology. We believe things have been slowly changing to a more self-sufficient life, and will continue to do so over the n...
Is technology bad for us? [Ep #91]
July 19, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.45 MBIn today's episode, we talk a bit more about how we're feeling extra burnt out on technology and got a much needed escape this weekend when we went scalloping. Our last few episodes have been a bit lower energy because we've been feeling drained by life and the day to day. But we got a chance to go out and enjoy the real world and we think it is worth passing on to our listeners how much good some nature can do. So listen in and then get out there and experience the world! Have a good walk...
We didn't want to do this episode. [Ep #90]
July 14, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn today's episode, we talk about not wanting to do today's episode. Yeah, we're being honest and a little behind the scenes with this episode. We're both feeling pretty worn down by life right now and doing today's episode on schedule felt like an extra daunting task. We're both feeling spread thin and drained by our day jobs, other projects, and day to day life. We're overwhelmed with everything. We almost didn't do the episode. But we pushed through and did it anyway. Yeah, it might no...
Are notifications driving you crazy? [Ep #89]
July 12, 2021 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn today's episode, we talk about how phone notifications have gotten out of hand. Megan and Jason discuss how intrusive and distracting these can be, along with the general need to constantly be looking at your phone or taking endless pictures of everything going on around you instead of simply living in the moment. We can't be the only ones who are getting burnt out of the hold technology has on us and on society as a whole. Listen in and let us know if you feel the same way! Enjoy!
Should you be afraid to end a marriage? [Ep #88]
July 07, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn today's episode, we answer a question from a guy who's afraid to end his 4-year marriage because his wife threatens to withhold custody of their young daughter. Megan and Jason both discuss the situation but generally agree that unless the father is doing blatantly bad things, he should not have fear that the court system would not grant him proper legal access to his own child. Listen in and let us know if you agree! Have a good one and we'll catch you next Monday!
Have you noticed the Mercury Retrograde? [Ep #87]
July 05, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode, we have a chat about the chaotic energy the last few weeks. We've had lots of odd issue with our electronics and such breaking out of the blue. Turns out, we're in a Mercury Retrograde. Megan finds this sort of thing interesting and we discuss the effects and what we think of the whole astrology side of things. Join us for our thoughts and let us know what you think. Did you have any weird issues the last few weeks? Enjoy and catch the next episode on Wednesday.
How can you best cope with anxiety? [Ep #86]
June 30, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode, we answer a question about how to cope with anxiety. What triggers anxiety? It could be lots of things for different people. Megan and Jason discuss what makes each of them anxious and what works best to relieve the pressure. We both have anxiety (as everyone does) in different ways and we have a few suggestions on how to manage it to help move past those moments in life. Enjoy the episode! Let us know: How do YOU manage anxiety? How bad is your day to day anxiety?
Do you go outside enough? [Ep #85]
June 28, 2021 04:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIn today's episode, we talk about getting out of the house/office more. We both believe getting away from technology is very beneficial for your mental health and well being. It helps create some of our best memories in life and connect with friends or family in a real way. Listen in as we give a few thoughts on going out and enjoying nature. Enjoy the episode!
Do people misjudge you? [Ep #84]
June 23, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIn today's episode, we talk about how it feels to be misjudged or misunderstood by people - especially on a first impression or that you don't know very well. Do you think you come across one way but find out people see you another? Do you have any fears that other people might think you are dumb, for example? Or are you an open book that people read correctly? Megan and Jason discuss from both their perspectives. What about YOU? Listen in and enjoy!
Are you a bully? [Ep #83]
June 21, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIt today's episode, we talk about people who suck. Bullies especially. Megan has pretty strong feelings about these kind of people. The type of people who try and put you down, whether it is physically or emotionally, to life themselves up. Listen in as we discuss how we feel about the topic and how to defend yourself in different ways. Enjoy and thanks for listening!
Are you a bully? [Ep # 83]
June 21, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIt today's episode, we talk about people who suck. Bullies especially. Megan has pretty strong feelings about these kind of people. The type of people who try and put you down, whether it is physically or emotionally, to life themselves up. Listen in as we discuss how we feel about the topic and how to defend yourself in different ways. Enjoy and thanks for listening!
Do you get enough alone time? [Ep #82]
June 16, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn today's society we are constantly in a state of "go, go, go". It's very easy to feel overworked, overwhelmed, and undervalued. Sometimes we all just want a break, but not everyone can afford a two-week vacation. How can we make more time for ourselves while balancing everything else day-to-day? In today's episode, we talk about alone time. How to find the time to escape and how to make the most of it! Enjoy and catch us next week!
What to do when your child is left out? [Ep 81]
June 14, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBHow should you react to your child when they have been deliberately excluded from a group? While we have no children of our own, we are human and we both know and understand how it feels to be left out. So what do you do when you're the adult in charge and your adolescent child is very obviously upset? Find out what we think as we discuss today's question. Enjoy the episode!
What to do when your child is left out? [Ep #81]
June 14, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBHow should you react to your child when they have been deliberately excluded from a group? While we have no children of our own, we are human and we both know and understand how it feels to be left out. So what do you do when you're the adult in charge and your adolescent child is very obviously upset? Find out what we think as we discuss today's question. Enjoy the episode!
Do you see the cup half-full or half-empty? (Part 2) [Ep #80]
June 09, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBA million-year old question that came around shortly after, "What came first, the chicken or the egg?" Is the glass half empty, or is the glass half full? If you've been listening to this channel any amount of time you know that we genuinely tend to lean towards the latter. Neither answer is wrong, but your perception of this seemingly insignificant question says a lot about who you are and the way you navigate through your life. Have we both always believed and thought this way? In part...
Do You See the Cup Half-Full or Half-Empty? (Part 2) [Ep #80]
June 09, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBA million-year old question that came around shortly after, "What came first, the chicken or the egg?" Is the glass half empty, or is the glass half full? If you've been listening to this channel any amount of time you know that we genuinely tend to lean towards the latter. Neither answer is wrong, but your perception of this seemingly insignificant question says a lot about who you are and the way you navigate through your life. Have we both always believed and thought this way? In part...
Do you see the cup half-full or half-empty? (Part 1) [Ep #79]
June 07, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBA million-year old question that came around shortly after, "What came first, the chicken or the egg?" Is the glass half empty, or is the glass half full? If you've been listening to this channel any amount of time you know that we genuinely tend to lean towards the latter. Neither answer is wrong, but your perception of this seemingly insignificant question says a lot about who you are and the way you navigate through your life. Have we both always believed and thought this way? In par...
Do You See the Cup Half-Full or Half-Empty? (Part 1) [Ep #79]
June 07, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBA million-year old question that came around shortly after, "What came first, the chicken or the egg?" Is the glass half empty, or is the glass half full? If you've been listening to this channel any amount of time you know that we genuinely tend to lean towards the latter. Neither answer is wrong, but your perception of this seemingly insignificant question says a lot about who you are and the way you navigate through your life. Have we both always believed and thought this way? In par...
Should your therapist smoke? [Ep #78]
June 02, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.46 MBIn today's episode, someone writes in that has a problem with seeing their therapist smoking before a sessions. It bothered them and they want to know if this is being unreasonable. Should a professional be held to a higher standard than everyone else? Do your vices make you unfit to give advice or help others? Are you being too judgmental? Megan and Jason both have a few thoughts on this but ultimately agree... Join us to find out what we think and enjoy the episode! We'll catch you next...
Should Your Therapist Smoke? [Ep #78]
June 02, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBIn today's episode, someone writes in that has a problem with seeing their therapist smoking before a sessions. It bothered them and they want to know if this is being unreasonable. Should a professional be held to a higher standard than everyone else? Do your vices make you unfit to give advice or help others? Are you being too judgmental? Megan and Jason both have a few thoughts on this but ultimately agree... Join us to find out what we think and enjoy the episode! We'll catch you next...
Why Can't I Stop Crying? [Ep #77]
May 31, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBIn today's episode, we answer a question from someone who recently broke up with her boyfriend of nearly two years and can't stop crying. She wants advice for someone in the early stages of a breakup. We both agree that letting the emotions out is a good, healthy, natural reaction. We both give our thoughts on what it means to move on from a relationship and ultimately get back to normal. Join us and enjoy!
Why can't I stop crying? [Ep #77]
May 31, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBIn today's episode, we answer a question from someone who recently broke up with her boyfriend of nearly two years and can't stop crying. She wants advice for someone in the early stages of a breakup. We both agree that letting the emotions out is a good, healthy, natural reaction. We both give our thoughts on what it means to move on from a relationship and ultimately get back to normal. Join us and enjoy!
Are you a controlling person? [Ep #76]
May 26, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBIn today's episode we pick apart the aspects of control. The good, the bad, and the ugly of what it means to be in control of someone, yourself, or something else. Megan and Jason talk a bit about how the word 'control' usually comes across with a negative connotation but can also be a good thing when directed the right way. Enjoy and episode and come back next week for more!
Are You a Controlling Person? [Ep #76]
May 26, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBIn today's episode we pick apart the aspects of control. The good, the bad, and the ugly of what it means to be in control of someone, yourself, or something else. Megan and Jason talk a bit about how the word 'control' usually comes across with a negative connotation but can also be a good thing when directed the right way. Enjoy and episode and come back next week for more!
Are you a protector? [Ep #75]
May 24, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode, Megan gives her thoughts on what it means to be a protector after an email from her boss got her thinking of her self in a new light. Join us as we discuss the idea of being a protector in more ways than just the physical protector you would usually imagine. Enjoy the episode and have a good one!
Are You a Protector? [Ep #75]
May 24, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode, Megan gives her thoughts on what it means to be a protector after an email from her boss got her thinking of her self in a new light. Join us as we discuss the idea of being a protector in more ways than just the physical protector you would usually imagine. Enjoy the episode and have a good one!
What is Attraction? (Part 2) [Ep #74]
May 19, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBIn this episode, we will continue our talk about the layers of attraction and what draws you to other people. We'll talk more about "hunters" and "runners" and what it means to know what you want out of another person, whether it is physical attraction or something deeper. We both believe that knowing what you want out of a relationship is important... which may seem obvious on the surface, but do you really know what you are looking for? Enjoy the episode and join us next Monday for mor...
What is Attraction? (Part 1) [Ep #73]
May 17, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode, we will talk about the layers of attraction and what draws you to other people. Megan shares her ideas on the core parts of attraction and where our own relationship is the strongest and weakest. We both discuss what we think helps define strong relationships and doom others. Tune in to the second part on Wednesday! Enjoy the episode!