Shit talking your ex, new love languages & the power of perspective
Mean Girl
Deep Dive
What are the two newly recognized love languages discussed in the podcast?
The two new love languages are shared experiences and emotional security. Shared experiences involve activities like going to dinners or concerts together, while emotional security focuses on feeling emotionally seen and taken care of by a partner.
Why does Alex compare breastfeeding to being in 'food jail'?
Alex compares breastfeeding to being in 'food jail' because the feeding schedule controls her routine. She has to feed her baby every three hours, and the timing of the feed determines her schedule, making it feel restrictive.
What is the 'millennial pause' that the hosts discuss?
The 'millennial pause' refers to a tendency among millennials to pause before starting a recording or conversation, often for several seconds. This is contrasted with Gen Z, who tend to jump right into recording without hesitation.
What is the new Monster Energy drink flavor mentioned in the podcast?
The new Monster Energy drink flavor is Ultra Vice Guava, which is described as having a sweet and refreshing taste with Miami Vice-inspired colors.
How does Jordyn describe her experience with birth control?
Jordyn describes her experience with birth control as inconsistent. Some months she doesn't feel any PMS symptoms, while other months she feels very down. She also mentions that her period doesn't alternate every other month from one ovary as she initially thought.
What is the 'Heather Graham method' of manifesting a future partner?
The 'Heather Graham method' involves writing down very specific details about your ideal future partner, including their characteristics, appearance, and lifestyle, and then throwing the list into the ocean. Heather Graham claims this method helped her meet her future husband.
What is the listener's dilemma regarding her roommates and boyfriend?
The listener is torn between spending more time with her boyfriend, which she enjoys, and feeling guilty about her roommates being upset that she's spending less time with them. She's having the most fun year of her life with her boyfriend but feels her roommates are giving her the cold shoulder.
How do the hosts suggest handling the listener's situation with her roommates?
The hosts suggest that the listener should continue doing what makes her happy, which is spending time with her boyfriend. They advise against letting guilt dictate her actions and encourage her to focus on her own happiness. They also suggest that true friends would want to spend time with her and her boyfriend together rather than feeling left out.
What is the significance of the supermoon mentioned in the podcast?
The supermoon is described as the strongest full moon of 2024, occurring on October 17th. It is part of an eclipse season shift, making it a powerful time for manifestation and setting intentions.
What is the 'power of perspective' discussed in the podcast?
The 'power of perspective' refers to how changing the way you view a situation can completely alter your outlook and emotions. For example, viewing being single at 30 as an opportunity to figure out what you want in a partner versus feeling lonely and sad about it.
- Millennial pause is a humorous term for the pause millennials take before speaking on camera.
- Alex's first month of motherhood includes sleep deprivation and the unique challenges of breastfeeding.
- Breastfeeding routines significantly impact daily activities and plans.
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