Magnetic Mismatch: Recent Episodes
Magnetic Mismatch
Greetings from Linda and Will, thanks for stopping by! Here’s a quick blurb about our show: We focus on having real, meaningful and oftentimes hilarious conversations about all things marriage and relationships!
Each episode is centered around a specific topic where we share our own unique stories, relatable experiences and things we wish we knew. We want you to feel like you’re just grabbing a coffee, chatting and hanging out with friends. At the end of each podcast, we reflect on our takeaways and lessons learned from our discussions so that we can grow together.
Come join us for lots of fun, laughs and an overall awesome time!
Wedding season is right around the corner, and love is in the air! It’s a beautiful time in life and one to be cherished for sure, but what a lot of young lovers don’t realize is that their wedding lasts only for a day and marriage lasts a lifetime…or at least we hope. Now that we have a couple of years of marriage under our belt, we wanted to share some things that we wish we knew before we said our vows. These are things that we believe would have helped save us from many arguments, stress and conflict especially in our first year of marriage. Even though we are incredibly happy together, we still have a lot to learn and work on if we want to keep it that way.
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1:15 Welcome banter
3:55 Start of topic
6:10 Premarital counseling
8:19 Love is not enough
11:46 Learning to be a better communicator
16:14 Apologizing correctly and forgiveness
21:30 Getting to know in laws before marriage
25:55 Defining your roles in marriage
32:45 Everything you do impacts your spouse
36:28 Marriage takes work
When you get married, you’re not just marrying your future husband or wife. In reality, you’re also marrying their family! Of course that includes your in laws, who for some reason seem to have a bad reputation. We’ve all at least heard a couple of horror stories regarding monster in laws misbehaving. But is it really always that bad? Do our relationships with our in laws always need to be stressful, filled with tension and full of drama?
In this episode, we discuss the importance of building strong relationships with your in laws and why it should be a positive experience. We also share some of our own personal strategies for strengthening our relationships with our parents and in laws to promote a healthy marriage.
0:00 Intro
1:13 Welcome banter
3:54 Start of topic
4:55 Monster in law
11:51 Mama’s boy
14:45 The importance and impact of in laws
20:18 Strategies to improve relationship with in laws
27:00 Your parents and in laws are people too
28:00 Building new memories together
29:15 Empty nest syndrome
30:30 Takeaways and lessons learned
We're back! Life has been pretty busy for us recently with lots of changes including the addition of a new puppy to our family, moving out of our apartment, changing jobs and taking care of aging parents. What we realized was how easily it is to run at 100 mph just living life and not notice what it might be doing to our relationships, mental health, mood and just overall well-being.
In this episode, we wanted to share a little bit about what we've been up to and why we chose to take a time out from the podcast. We're not going anywhere, but we did feel that it was necessary to take a pause while we got settled. We plan on getting back to our regular schedule of releasing new episodes every Thursday again so please do stay tuned.
As always, thank you so much for continuing to support our show even while we were gone! We feel so fortunate to be able to not only share our stories, but to hear about yours too. Many of you have reached out to us on Instagram and we love hearing your thoughts on our topics as well as giving us insights into your personal experiences.
0:00 Intro
1:16 Our puppy is a monster
6:25 Mental health, burnout and time out
16:19 And the Oscar goes to…
19:15 Taking ownership
22:15 Did we make the right choice
23:51 Rolling with the punches
WARNING: NEW PUPPY ALERT!
Please meet and welcome our newest co-host, his name is Latte! He is the most adorable and dapper Boston Terrier (aka The American Gentleman) you’ll ever meet! Oh and yes, he already has his very own Instagram account @LatteTheBostie. Please make sure to give him a follow, cuteness overload guaranteed!
Anyways, we couldn’t be more excited to share this news with all of you in this special episode where we talk about our experience of getting our first puppy, and what we’ve learned so far about how pets can impact the health of a relationship with your partner. As new dog parents, we are definitely learning a lot about taking care of a puppy (mostly as we go along…yikes), but also about how well we work together as a couple. Whether it’s deciding who’s turn it is to get up after being woken up every couple of hours in the middle of the night or which one of us is doing more work like scooping puppy poop, we now have a shared responsibility to another living being that will test our patience and relationship. Even though it’s scary, a ton of work, and time consuming we are overjoyed with our puppy and look forward to the many beautiful memories we get to build together in the coming years.
0:00 Intro
1:18 Welcome banter
1:49 Start of topic
2:26 How we got our puppy
10:20 After the ride home
13:51 Latte’s first day at home
17:52 Potty training and feeding time
24:10 Becoming dog parents
27:40 Why we wanted a puppy
35:22 Impact of having pets on relationships
43:00 Should you get a pet
47:26 Takeaways & lessons learned
Have you ever thought to yourself that maybe you’re just unlucky when it comes to love and romance? Does it feel like there just aren’t any good men or women out there for you, and you’re destined to be alone forever? When it comes to finding love and dating, it can sometimes feel like you’re cursed because of how society defines what a “successful” relationship is or should be. So is it really any wonder that when a relationship fails, we automatically associate that failure to ourselves? What if we were to change how we measured our luck in love, not by marriage or finding the one, but by the memories and moments we experience being in love even if things don’t ultimately work out?
In this episode, we challenge the idea of what being unlucky in love really means, and search for practical ways to improve our success in this area of our lives. We believe that it starts by being brutally honest with ourselves, taking back our power through personal responsibility, self-reflection and having a desire to work on the things that are within our control.
0:00 Intro
2:04 Welcome banter
3:38 Start of topic
4:18 Jennifer Aniston unlucky in love
6:52 Dating and marriage expectations
8:36 It’s better to have loved and lost
11:26 Why can’t I find love
16:24 Knowing what you want in a relationship
19:11 How to improve your luck in love
22:00 Are you emotionally ready for a relationship
25:50 Don’t try so hard
28:12 Feel your emotions
32:11 Be honest with yourself
Let’s face it: change is a big part of life, and relationships are no exception. No matter how long you’ve been with someone, the reality is that the person you are with today is not exactly the same person they were when you first met them, and the same goes for you. Hopefully, the changes are positive and you’ve both evolved as people. But the truth is that change is always hard, and it’s not always an easy journey. There will likely be obstacles and road blocks that will put even the strongest relationships to the test. Change itself is not necessarily bad, it’s just typically very uncomfortable and most people don’t know how to respond properly. In fact, one could argue that if you and your partner can harness the power of change, it might even strengthen and take your relationship to new heights.
In this episode, we dive into the 5 stages of a relationship, how it progresses over time and some of the challenges partners face as the relationship matures. We also offer suggestions that have helped us in our relationship to stay happy as we continue to change and grow as individuals and as a couple. It’s never pretty nor perfect and it absolutely takes a ton of effort, but we argue that in the end if the result is a stronger, deeper and more meaningful relationship, then it’s 100% worth every bit of struggle and pain.
0:00 Intro
0:56 Welcome banter & big news
5:13 Start of topic
7:28 5 stages of a relationship
8:23 Stage 1: The Romance
10:57 Stage 2: The Power Struggle
16:58 Stage 3: Stability
22:41 Stage 4: Commitment
26:44 Stage 5: Bliss
28:50 How do couples stay happy
37:07 Dealing with change
40:50 Takeaways & lessons learned
Should you get married? Many of us grew up with the pressure and expectation of finding a partner and getting married to live happily ever after, but is it necessary to be happy? It seems like more and more people are choosing not to get married, but many of us still face pushback from our parents, religion and society.
In this episode we discuss the reasons to get married and the reasons to think more before jumping in. We also chat about why we personally chose to get hitched and why it took Will so long to propose, and what has changed after being married vs dating.
0:00 Intro
1:01 Welcome banter
5:39 Start of topic
7:24 On the fence with marriage
13:26 Why we chose to get married
20:34 Reasons to get married
25:13 Reasons not to get married
36:07 Marrying for money
38:40 What changed after marriage
43:00 Takeaways & lessons learned
Are you keeping score in your relationship? Do you constantly point out all the things you do for the relationship, but also make it known the things your partner isn’t doing? Maybe you’re not even aware that you’re doing it, and the impact it’s having on your relationship. Oftentimes, keeping score creates a rift and divide between the couple because in order for a partner to “win”, the relationship must lose. Feelings of resentment, anger, and frustration lead to stress and tension that continues to build up until eventually the relationship breaks and is destroyed.
In this episode, we reflect on how we catch ourselves keeping score even after being together in a healthy and loving relationship for over a decade. We explore why most of us recognize that keeping score is not good for our relationships, yet we end up doing it anyways. We offer suggestions through our own journey on how to stop keeping score all the time, and work on learning to think more with a single team mentality. What we realized is that when we stop competing with each other and only pointing out our flaws, we are happier, stronger and more grateful for our partners.
0:00 Intro
1:16 Welcome banter
3:11 Start of topic
6:44 How we keep score
9:57 Why do we keep score in relationships
16:04 Keeping score hurts your relationship
19:09 We’re on the same team
23:24 How do you stop keeping score
29:51 Takeaways & lessons learned
Are you responsible for your partner’s happiness? Ever since we were young, it seems like we’ve been groomed to believe that our happiness is dependent on some external thing, person or relationship. This becomes even more apparent when we enter serious relationships or get married. Many of us feel the obligation or sense of duty to please and help our spouse find happiness.
In this episode, we take a deeper look at how attaching your personal happiness to another person can actually create a toxic relationship, and how it’s more important to take ownership of your happiness by looking within. Sometimes, we avoid facing our deeper issues and try to put a band-aid on them by jumping into new relationships or not acknowledging that we need to work on ourselves first.
0:00 Intro
1:13 Welcome banter
3:57 Start of topic
6:00 Why we feel obligated to make our partner happy
10:17 Work on yourself first
12:00 Becoming co-dependent on your spouse
15:49 Giving up control of your happiness
17:54 Avoiding the real issues
19:19 You can’t make someone else happy
23:30 Be empathetic and supportive
27:43 Its ok to not be ok
29:05 Takeaways & lessons learned
Would you ever consider interracial dating? What about marrying someone outside of your own race? Have you thought about what your future kids might encounter? In this episode, we chit chat about our own past dating experiences with people from other cultures and backgrounds and some of the challenges we faced. We also talk about some of the benefits and growth we experienced from stepping outside of our dating comfort zone. We love diversity and celebrating our differences because we believe it’s what makes life so interesting. Grab a drink and snack and come join us in this fun topic discussion.
0:00 Intro
1:15 Welcome banter
7:16 Start of topic
10:29 Race and ethnicity
14:02 Unwanted attention and cultural differences
21:51 Diverse dating and curiosity
24:06 Challenges of interracial dating
38:21 Benefits of interracial dating
39:56 Takeaways and lessons learned
What if you could find THE ONE? Yes, we're talking about your soulmate. The one who you were meant to fall instantly in love with and head over heels for. The one who you can't help but find a primal attraction for and who truly understands you for you. What if there was a technology available to help you find this exact person anywhere on Earth just by matching you through your DNA? Would you use this technology? What if you're already in a relationship or marriage or have a family together? Would you be curious to find this soulmate or would you rather not know? It sounds like a great idea, but what are the negative unintended consequences?
Inspired by a recent Netflix series we watched called "The One", come join us in this fun episode as we explore and laugh about these exact questions, pondering about what we would do if this was our reality. With the exponential growth of technology and medical advancements, could we really reach a point in our lives where we could press a button and find our one true love? What would you do?
0:00 Intro
1:14 Welcome banter
3:22 Start of the topic
3:54 Netflix The One
5:40 Unintended consequences
8:08 Would Linda use the technology?
13:21 Ruining dating
15:53 Plenty of fish in the sea?
19:45 The hunt and chase for love
21:20 Matching with a bad person
22:30 Married, but curious
26:51 Love is crazy and Facebook stalking
27:58 Would you choose your soulmate or spouse?
32:20 Happy wife happy life
33:25 Pandora’s box
35:34 Toxic love
37:42 Blessing or curse in disguise
39:23 Ignorance is bliss
40:29 Temptation
43:07 Takeaways and lessons learned
Ah yes, the dreaded friend zone. How many countless people have fallen into this never-ending abyss? Are you in the friend zone right now? What are the signs, and how can you avoid getting stuck here again in the future? In this episode, we talk about what the friend zone is, why you get put there, and most importantly how the heck do you get out of it! Will shares his stories about how clueless he was when getting hit on and friend zoning himself, and Linda gives her thoughts on why sometimes being too nice when it comes to dating is a losing tactic. We’re excited to be back from our hiatus and chatting more about juicy relationship, dating and marriage topics! As always, thank you for tuning in every Thursday and we hope you continue supporting our podcast!
0:00 Intro
1:16 Welcome banter
2:39 Start of topic
3:16 What is the friend zone
4:42 Linda’s experience
6:58 Being direct
8:57 Is it a date or not
10:21 Just friends
11:52 Crushes
13:26 Being too nice
15:33 Secretly in love
18:00 What if it doesn’t work out
18:31 What would Will do
22:23 Let’s hang out
23:37 Will gets hit on
27:10 Free pickup lines
27:38 Show interest
29:36 Stop being a pushover
31:21 Stop playing games with my heart
33:01 Don’t wait too long
35:33 Build sexual tension
36:35 Simping
37:34 Signs you’re in the friend zone
40:10 False white knight
42:45 Feelings change
45:36 Confess your love
52:27 Takeaways & lessons learned
We did it! We released our 52nd episode last week and reached the BIGGEST GOAL we set for ourselves when we first started this podcast journey!
It has been an amazing ride so far, and we can't thank you enough for tuning in to hear us bicker with each other and laugh together with us every week!
Check out this special episode for an IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT & details about our upcoming Instagram GIVEAWAYS.
Follow us on Instagram @MagneticMismatch for more details to come!
We’ve all had that friend who’s notorious for dating the “bad boys” who they claim treat them poorly and are clearly no good for them, yet they just can’t seem to resist. What is it about bad boys that make them so attractive to some women? Is it a conscious choice or is it simply biology?
In this episode, we break down some of the qualities that make up a bad boy like their confidence, masculine features, ruggedness, and a general lack of care for what other people think. We also dive into some of the psychology and reasons behind dating the bad boys like wanting to fix them, getting a thrill for danger and excitement, rebelling against their parents, or living vicariously through another person.
We also explore the idea that attraction might not even be a conscious choice because our biological instincts take over. It makes us wonder then how someone who is stuck in a vicious cycle of dating bad boys is supposed to break free to date who they say they want. Some women say they want to date a “good guy” or “nice guy”, but is that what they truly want or are they just in denial? Is it even possible to choose who we are attracted to when all is said and done? What about bad girls? What happens when the roles are reversed?
Tune in to this episode to listen to the full conversation, it’s about to get spicy!
0:00 Intro
1:16 Welcome banter
2:18 Special announcement & giveaways
3:32 Start of topic
5:21 Why aren’t there good guys
7:45 Bad boy qualities
14:25 Psychology of women
18:33 Is attraction a choice
21:42 Linda drools over Jason Momoa
23:57 Staying with bad boys
27:00 Bad girls
30:12 Attractive qualities
31:33 Learning from bad boys
33:30 Breaking the cycle
36:43 Takeaways & lessons learned
Is your partner living a double life without you knowing? Maybe you’re the one living a secret life, but you can’t tell your spouse. From gambling, drugs, and cheating to being a con artist, how well do we really know the person sleeping next to us? Where do we draw the line between trusting your partner and being a naïve fool?
In this episode, we discuss secret identities and people living double lives all while hiding it from their loved ones. How well do we really know someone, and should we ever blindly trust a person just because we’ve known them for a long time?
0:00 Intro
1:11 Welcome banter
7:29 Start of topic
9:06 I Care A Lot movie
15:50 Will is a secret agent
16:40 Guy scams 9 women
20:57 Trusting your instincts
21:58 Clingy vs naïve
26:48 Who are you sleeping with
29:11 Red flags
31:04 Listen to your gut
32:30 Shady coworkers
38:59 Professional identities
41:50 Lying to your kids
47:42 Little Fires Everywhere
49:48 Takeaways & lessons
Is chivalry really dead? Does it still have a place in modern times even without damsels in distress? Whether it's holding the door for someone, helping carry groceries or even kissing a lady's hand, we wonder about the motive and intent behind each action. Are you pulling my chair out because you really want to or are you doing it with the expectation of getting something in return?
Grab your favorite drink and come hang out with us in this episode as we chat about chivalry in today's standards, hilarious stories about our experiences with chivalry as a married couple and which chivalrous acts we're ok with keeping.
0:00 Intro snippet
1:16 Welcome banter
3:31 Start of topic
6:03 Background on chivalry
8:00 Chivalry today
15:17 Getting kidnapped
22:00 Creepy hand kissing
25:07 Will exposes himself
28:30 Short people problems
34:44 Giving up your seat
39:18 Being taken advantage of
45:58 Intent, motive & rejection
49:56 Takeaways & lessons learned
Have you ever wondered about how gender roles fit into today's society? Do they still have a place in modern times, especially given the movements toward greater equality amongst women's rights?
In this episode, we ponder about why we still attach certain tasks and activities to a specific gender and where it might stem from even as adults. Through our conversation, we also talk about some of the traditional gender roles that we still enjoy and some that we think may be outdated.
Would you ever consider living with your in laws? Is it a great idea or is it a recipe for disaster? If you’re married or in a serious relationship, the question has probably crossed your mind a few times before. How would living with in laws impact your marriage? Would you kick your parents out if things didn’t work out? Talk about a role reversal!
Come join us in this hilarious episode as we have a blast laughing and brainstorming out loud about what we would do with our parents. We talk about everything from arguments, snooping, micromanaging, setting boundaries, privacy, walking around in our underwear to grab a snack in the middle of the night and more!
Are there unspoken rules when it comes to dating? Do you think there is a certain social etiquette that we should hold people accountable to in general, but especially in dating?
In this episode, we share our views on ghosting your date, showing up late, table manners, taboo conversation topics, using your phone during dinner and other things that might crush your chances for a second date. At the end of the day, we do believe that dates should be a fun way to get to know someone and it's important to be authentic, but we also think it's a smart idea to behave with a certain etiquette so that you can make the best impression possible.
You'll probably be nodding your head or yelling out loud in agreement throughout this episode because you've experienced some of these things before too, so get comfortable and come join us for some good laughs and a great time!
Is it a good idea to stay friends with your ex? What if it was a toxic relationship, would you be justified in cutting that person out of your life completely? What if it was actually a great relationship that just didn't work out? What if you have children together? Is there a middle ground?
We don't think it's an easy answer because it really depends on a lot of different things including the length of the relationship, how integrated this person is into your social circle, are you both a part of the same organizations like work or church, etc.
Join us in our discussion as we weigh the pros and cons of whether or not you should stay friends with your ex, it's going to be a spicy one!
Do you remember how when you were just a teenager growing up and you just couldn't wait to become an adult already? Ya, sure you did, fantasizing about living on your own, being able to binge on junk food, staying up as late as you want, playing video games and hanging out with your friends all day, without anyone telling you what to do or a care in the world. Definitely sounds like living the dream right? Except that when you actually graduate into adulthood, many of us weren't really prepared or equipped with the right tools and knowledge.
If only someone had warned us about all the things that come with "adulting", yucky things called "responsibilities" such as finding a job, doing your own laundry, cooking, paying your own bills, managing your finances, etc. On the one hand maybe we could have avoided so many painful mistakes throughout our adulthood, but on the other hand those lessons that we learned are what made us stronger and shaped who we are today.
And although many times it may seem that our peers and other people have it all figured out, that's just simply not the case. The truth is that no matter what stage of life we are in, we will never have it all figured out, but we become more clear about who we are and what we want our life to be.
The reality is that there really is no handbook or instruction manual to tell you exactly what you should do when it comes to being an adult. The beauty of life is in gaining wisdom through your own personal experiences and growing as a person to become the best version of you.
We are still learning and have plenty more mistakes to make. However, we hope that through sharing our own stories, you can use them as a guide to build and improve your own personal journey throughout your adulthood.
Have you ever been so comfortable with someone that you don't mind burping and farting around them with absolutely no shame? Yep, you must either be married or in a long term relationship! What about using the bathroom with the door open, eating your partner's leftovers without their permission or snooping through their smart phones and devices? Yea, we've definitely been there too, but we also recognized that even though we know each other so well and are comfortable being ourselves, we still have our own needs for space as individuals.
Join us for a fun episode where we talk about the importance of respecting each other's privacy and setting boundaries in marriage and relationships.
Can men and women really just be friends or is it a recipe for disaster and drama? We’ve definitely seen people on both sides of this question, and in this episode we think out loud about our view on the potential benefits and downsides of having friends of the opposite sex especially when it comes to someone in a committed relationship.
Have you ever traveled to a place and just absolutely fell in love with the people, culture, food and everything about it? We definitely have many times over the years and even fantasized about moving there permanently, but somehow it just never seemed to work out into reality. In this episode, we play around with the idea of uprooting our entire lives to relocate to a different country and really weigh the pros and cons. Are there valid reasons like family, career, etc that keep us here or are we simply afraid of the unknown or that we're making a mistake and won't truly be happy if we move? Join us in this fun episode as we think out loud and seriously consider the idea of leaving the comfort of our bubble to go on an adventure of a lifetime.
As 2020 comes to an end, we are reminded of the fragility of life and the importance of holding onto our loved ones and squeezing them tight every chance we get because nothing is guaranteed. To say that this past year has been heartbreaking and challenging would be an understatement, but we believe that this year has also given us the gift of truly learning to count our blessings for every thing and every one that we have in our lives. In this episode, we reflect on how much we've grown throughout this quarantine, whether it's learning how to cut hair, honing our cooking skills, practicing a healthier lifestyle through better eating habits and exercise, strengthening our marriage and relationship with friends and family, or taking up things we never would have otherwise ever had the courage to try.
We are truly grateful to all of our listeners and supporters throughout this podcast journey so far. We count our blessings every day that we are fortunate enough to have the opportunity to share our stories and experiences and connect with you on a deeper level. Thank you so much, we hope you keep listening and we look forward to creating more content for you soon.
When it comes to your relationship, have you ever felt like you and your spouse speak completely different languages? Well maybe you’re not so crazy to think so because you might actually be speaking different LOVE languages. In fact, as Dr. Gary Chapman points out in the title of his best-selling book The 5 Love Languages, there might be tension and arguments within your relationship because you may simply not be expressing your love in a way that your partner understands.
In this episode, we break down each of the love languages that exist and how identifying our own love languages has helped improve our marriage. What we find most interesting is that having this knowledge has allowed us to better communicate our needs to each other and given us more clarity and understanding of love being a conscious choice that we make every single day.
We highly encourage you to tune in to this episode and read Dr. Chapman’s book if you want to improve your relationship not only with your spouse, but family and friends as well. We had so much fun discussing this topic, and we hope that you enjoy listening in!
Welcome to part 2 of Growing Up With Immigrant Parents! This episode is a continuation of our discussion about our experiences being brought up in the U.S. as the children of immigrant parents.
As we reflect on our journey now through the lens of adults, we realize how fortunate and privileged we are to be given so many opportunities to make our dreams a reality.
We share stories about our struggles with navigating the education system with little to no guidance, translating for our parents at a young age, and the sense of duty we feel to our family because of their sacrifices to give us a better way of life.
We believe that real progress can only be made by learning, understanding and empathizing with others who may be different from us. It is our hope that through telling our stories we can offer a fresh perspective to people who might not otherwise understand what it’s like to be immigrants and perhaps be kinder and treat them better going forward.
0:00 Intro
1:15 Welcome banter
3:29 Start of topic
6:47 Linda’s Immigrant story
10:44 ESL and learning English
12:40 Lunch time trauma
16:04 Language barrier
21:36 The importance of Chinatown
25:17 Navigating the education system
34:07 Have empathy for others
36:21 Obligation to succeed
41:10 Don’t squander your opportunities
45:56 Pay it forward
50:52 Aging parents
55:05 Takeaways & lessons learned
Have you ever hated the way your body looks or felt insecure about some part of yourself? Ya it’s pretty safe to say that we’ve all had moments of insecurity at one time or another. In this episode, we chat about our own insecurities growing up and learning to accept, love and appreciate the things that make us unique. We know it’s not easy and learning to be kind to yourself or getting out of your own head takes a lot of conscious effort and patience. We hope that by opening up about our own insecurities it will help you realize that it’s OK and normal to feel insecure, but don’t allow those emotions to stop you from having a beautiful and amazing life.
0:00 Intro
1:14 Welcome banter
7:12 Start of topic
9:16 Why are we insecure
13:01 Impostor syndrome
18:21 Proving people wrong
20:21 Not feeling good enough
22:28 Crippling social anxiety
22:41 You’re not special
30:04 Asian eyes
32:59 Linda wanted breast implants
33:52 Body shaming
36:21 Peer pressure
38:19 Social media and unrealistic expectations
38:18 Hate the sound of my voice
41:48 Taking back your power
43:11 Self doubt
45: 36 Takeaways & lessons learned
When we think about the holidays, we usually think about how it's a time of year filled with lots of great food, laughs, joy, food, family and friends and of course presents! But, the end of the year can also bring about tons of stress and anxiety. Whether it's scrambling to find last minute gifts or hosting and planning the family Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner, there always seems to be something that raises the blood pressure. In this episode, we share our experiences, gift buying strategies and lessons with tackling the holiday season, so that you can enjoy the things that really matter instead of focusing on the small stuff.
0:00 Intro
1:15 Welcome banter
4:02 Start of topic
6:41 Gift giving strategies
9:52 Budget & sales
11:01 Forgot to get a gift
14:41 What to buy
17:14 Start early
19:15 Last minute gifts
23:24 Hosting during the holidays
24:53 Potluck
26:47 Coordinating time
28:23 RSVP & etiquette
30:35 Attending multiple events
32:49 Remember to have fun
33:56 Christmas spirit
38:14 Takeaways & lessons learned
Was it external factors that caused your last breakup or were there underlying issues that had been building up, but buried for a long time until things finally exploded? So many times we’ve asked ourselves what if X wasn’t an issue in our lives anymore, would that keep us from arguing and solve the problems we have in our relationship? Or maybe it’s something else. In this episode, we dive into some of the external forces that have put tension on our personal relationships and how we ultimately had to learn to stop putting the blame on everything else and take ownership of our own actions.
0:00 Intro
1:11 Welcome banter
2:33 Start of topic
4:50 Internal vs External
7:40 Is money the issue
9:51 The perfect couple
12:11 Jealousy doesn’t exist
14:14 Stronger together
15:24 Love is a choice
17:11 External factors strengthen us
24:03 Taking a chance
25:56 Working through it together
29:51 Growth through adversity
31:42 Build a strong foundation
35:29 Takeaways & lessons learned
Have you ever snapped at your spouse or someone close to you in the heat of the moment? Have you ever said something horrible to someone you love dearly that you ended up regretting later? Chances are that we have all had this experience before and it got us wondering. In this episode, Will & Linda reflect on their own behaviors and relationships to find out how and why we might sometimes treat those closest to us in an unkind way, intentionally or not.
0:00 Intro
1:08 Welcome banter
4:39 Start of topic
6:32 Being a punching bag
8:01 Will’s mom is overprotective
11:43 Unintentionally disrespectful
15:16 Taking them for granted
17:38 Learning to communicate
21:07 Take it for the team
23:23 Mind reader
24:43 Not staying mad
27:17 Changing our behaviors
28:28 Stop trying to fix it
31:11 Self awareness
Have you ever downloaded an app on your phone or gone to a website, but before you can get any further you must accept the company's terms and conditions? Be honest, did you really read the fine print or did you just blindly click accept? In today's digital age where the internet and social media reign supreme, it's no surprise that many if not all of us have been guilty of accepting terms and conditions we don't fully understand, cookies that track our behaviors or allowing access to our mobile devices that can oftentimes contain a lot of very personal information.
As technology continues to advance and becomes more and more integrated into our lives, we often wonder at what cost? What are we willing to give up in exchange for convenience and seemingly harmless aides to make life easier?
0:00 Intro
1:16 Welcome banter
2:20 Start of topic
5:21 Baby monitor from hell
7:31 Smart homes & devices
8:51 Dark side of technology
13:54 Tracking your behavior
17:56 Social outcast
20:50 Check in location
24:13 Unplugged
28:03 Invasion of privacy
30:13 Facial recognition & fingerprints
32:52 Retinal scans & DNA
37:17 Takeaways & lessons learned
Happy Halloween! What a fun holiday, filled with candies, costumes, monsters, ghouls and ghosts. In this spooky special, we share our personal experiences and encounters with the paranormal and supernatural. Grab some treats, turn off your lights and join us for some scary stories just like when we were kids.
0:00 Intro
1:10 Welcome banter
2:38 Trick or treating
7:32 Start of topic
8:08 Haunted buildings
12:48 Grandma’s ghost stories
15:27 Bloody bride
19:13 Scary movies
21:00 Sixth sense
23:02 Creepy houses
29:04 Alone after work
35:56 Fight or flight
37:27 Ouija board
40:31 Chinese ghostbusters
41:51 Guardian angels
44:56 Ghost biker
51:02 Not a coincidence
53:21 Free night at haunted hotel
54:35 Poltergeists
57:53 Horror movies
1:00:05 Cursed dolls & trinkets
1:05:12 Haunted by the past
1:07:39 Takeaways & lessons learned
Why does talking about death make us so uncomfortable? It’s definitely not a favorite dinner topic, but we all know that death is a part of life, and yet even just bringing up the word can make most of us feel uneasy. In this episode, we talk about our own experiences in dealing with the loss of a loved one, and how that forces us to confront our own mortality. We explore why we think it’s important to acknowledge that we all have an ending, but to not let that reality cripple us. Instead, you can use it to find inspiration and courage to really live your life with urgency and to the fullest, the way that you want not what you think others want for you.
0:00 Intro
1:07 Welcome banter
4:05 Start of topic
5:36 Fear of the unknown
6:44 Linda’s grandpa
8:06 Paralyzed by grief
13:13 Invincible
15:53 It’s taboo
18:00 Closing your heart
20:10 The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button
23:11 Make time
26:15 Living a kickass life
29:50 Make it count
33:03 Takeaways & lessons learned
Have you ever felt the pressure to fall in love, get into a relationship or even married because that’s what you think you’re “supposed” to do? We sure have, and we’re willing to bet we’re not alone. Whether it’s coming from family, society, friends or whoever, there is oftentimes a feeling of being left out or missing out especially as we get older when it comes to finding a partner or spouse. Sometimes, that pressure can be so much that we simply fold and jump into bad relationships and worse stay in them just so that we don’t feel alone.
0:00 Intro
1:14 Welcome banter
2:32 Start of topic
5:31 Behind the smiles
7:54 Pressure’s on
10:43 Why are you still single
14:51 Independent AF
15:11 Biological clock ticking
19:28 It has to work
22:37 Unconventional love
26:15 Family pressure
29:53 Fighting back
33:56 Saying no is ok
36:19 Live without regrets
38:21 Takeaways & lessons learned
Imagine if every marriage was a contract that had an expiration date. How would this change the dynamics of your relationship? Would you work harder and put more effort into making the marriage work if you knew that your partner could choose not to renew your marriage contract in 2 years? Oftentimes, we don't do a great job of checking in regularly with our partners about how they feel about the state of their relationship. Left too long unchecked, small problems could quickly turn into big problems that might break the marriage. Love is a choice, and in this episode Linda & Will ponder about how we might act with more urgency and care if we knew that there was an expiration on our marriage contract and that there was a possibility that the other spouse might not sign for a renewal.
0:00 Intro
1:15 Welcome banter
2:03 Start of topic
2:57 Marriage subscription
4:45 Drunk in love
6:38 Falling into routine
9:58 Taken for granted
12:01 Falling out of love
14:21 Checkpoints
19:50 Business contract
22:21 What happened to us
24:11 Till death do us part
29:15 Divorce happens
31:19 Strategies to grow
37:21 Takeaways & lessons learned
How much does physical attraction play in a healthy relationship? Is it possible for 2 people to stay together purely through that physical attraction alone? Would you still love and find your spouse attractive even as they age? In this episode, Linda & Will explore their thoughts on how physical appearance might play a role in the beginning of dating and how that evolves over time as a relationship matures.
0:00 Intro
1:14 Welcome banter
3:55 Start of topic
4:25 Beauty is subjective
6:03 Is physical attraction required
7:34 Friendship foundation
9:26 Hunting for the one
10:44 Love or infatuation
12:19 Purely physical
15:11 Open relationships
18:01 Looks don’t matter
20:09 Looks do matter
25:10 Men are visual
28:13 Prioritize what matters
29:42 Takeaways & lessons learned
What if dating was like a reality TV show? Imagine if you could sign up for a program where you would live with other strangers in a house 3 months who share common interests and also have the goal of finding love by the end of the lease. Is it possible for people to find true love if the environment was designed specifically to encourage and facilitate romance? Would this be a good model to use in real life dating and increase the chances of finding love?
0:00 Intro
1:16 Welcome banter
3:08 Start of the topic
3:58 Terrace House
7:02 Matchmaking
10:40 Is it genuine
15:41 Real love or nah
20:40 Shyness & dating
24:17 Drama
26:20 Change your approach
How important is gift giving in relationships? If you don't give someone a gift in return, does that mean you don't love them or care about them? It can be awkward especially in relationships because oftentimes giving someone a gift is a symbol of their love, and the receiver may feel pressured or obligated to return the gesture. In this episode, Linda and Will chat about being empathetic and mindful when giving and receiving gifts especially within relationships. They share their own experiences on how to communicate and compromise how to handle gift giving as a couple.
0:00 Intro
1:13 Welcome banter
2:17 Start of topic
4:18 Feeling obligated
7:05 It adds up
10:00 One up the other
13:48 Confrontation
17:46 Let’s talk about it
21:53 Experiences are better
24:09 Takeaways & lessons learned
Money can be a touchy subject and is often considered taboo. What’s even more interesting is that it’s even true for people who are married and are supposed to share everything else together. In this episode, Linda & Will reflect on their own spending habits and how they faced their own inner demons with money to improve their relationship.
0:00 Intro
1:15 Welcome banter
1:55 Start of topic
3:54 Combining finances
5:42 Splurging like a boss
7:16 Shift in spending
9:24 Time & money wasted
10:41 The B word
13:18 Cut unnecessary expenses
16:41 Find smart alternatives
21:28 Ignorance is not bliss
25:00 Money is taboo
27:55 Plan for peace of mind
28:45 Treat yourself
Are you still you after getting into a relationship? Sometimes we lose our own individual identity when we spend so much time with one person. It's great to be a single unit with similarities and commonalities, but we believe that the unique differences that each person brings into a relationship is what truly brings makes it magical and exciting. In this episode, Will and Linda share their thoughts on the identity of a couple and also retain their own individuality as well.
0:00 Intro
0:47 Welcome banter
2:15 Start of topic
4:07 3 types of identities
5:15 Third wheeling
8:12 Linda abandons Will
13:14 Linda’s bachelorette
17:26 Will’s bachelor
23:50 Clingy is creepy
26:58 Trust & insecurities
28:00 Alone time is important
31:19 Expand your perspective
34:47 Spice of life
Does your spouse support your dreams? We all have things that we want to do in life or have a vision of who we want to be. Sometimes, our own self-doubt, fears and lack of belief in our capabilities is what keeps us from unlocking our potential, and a supporting spouse could be the key. But what do you do if your spouse isn’t supportive of your dreams? What do you do then? In this episode, we share our thoughts on what it means to be supportive of your partner’s dreams, and how to truly listen to what they want and need to help them in their journey.
0:00 Intro
1:15 Welcome banter
1:43 Start of topic
2:11 Business vs family
6:10 Selfish or passionate
9:38 Sacrifices required
11:00 Will wants to be a Rockstar
16:42 Pulling your weight
20:25 Supportive spouse
21:30 Prove it
24:36 Compromise or divorce
27:51 Share your dreams
29:40 Takeaways & lessons learned
We are our own biggest and harshest critic. Oftentimes, we are making more progress towards our goals than we think. In this episode, Linda and Will talk about their own struggles with being hard on themselves and forgetting to celebrate the small victories in life. It’s so easy to fall into the trap of always only focus on what we don’t have, what we haven’t done yet or how far behind we think we are compared to others. This is an important reminder to ourselves that we need to make a conscious effort to acknowledge how far we’ve come and how sometimes even the simple act of getting out of bed each morning to face life is something worthy of our praise.
0:00 Intro
1:04 Welcome banter
1:58 Start of topic
5:10 Give yourself credit
6:25 Celebrate progress
8:32 Be kind to yourself
11:20 Failing forward
14:32 What are you proud of
15:05 Life is hard
18:45 Write it down
19:42 Proud or bragging
22:25 Feeling like a failure
23:20 You are worthy
29:46 Look inward
30:52 The truth shall set you free
Do your friends and family hate your spouse or significant other? As the person stuck in the middle, it’s important to recognize that you need to be the mediator and facilitator of bringing these groups together. In this episode, we share our view on what to do before introducing your partner to your inner circle and recognizing the importance of being mindful of what we say or how we portray our spouses especially during times where we are emotionally charged.
0:00 Intro
0:57 Welcome banter
5:20 Start of topic
6:55 Set the premise
10:08 High expectations
13:24 Keeping it real
16:25 Effort required
22:19 We can’t all get along
26:36 Peacemaker
28:52 It is what it is
30:31 Takeaways & lessons learned
If you’ve ever tried to find love, you have probably experienced some disappointment and heartbreak, but how do you actually move forward and learn to love again? In this episode, Linda and Will share their strategies on how they were able to cope and move forward into new relationships after heartbreak. Sometimes it’s healthy and important to take some time off from dating to work on yourself, learn to be ok being alone, and learn to love yourself before you can truly love another person.
0:00 Intro
1:08 Welcome banter
3:55 Start topic
4:54 Take time for you
8:36 DTR
11:29 Better than being alone
15:24 Reflect and improve
20:03 Drop the baggage
23:05 Love Is worth the pain
26:38 Know yourself
27:18 Takeaways & lessons learned
Do you remember your last heartbreak? It might be a distant memory now, but at the time it might have felt like your whole world was falling apart. In this episode, Linda and Will share some insight on their last relationships and how they overcame their emotions and feelings. More importantly, they share some of the lessons they learned and how that helped them to grow and learn as people.
0:00 Intro
1:16 Welcome banter
2:48 Start of topic
4:01 Broken heart
9:37 Linda is a heartbreaker
14:03 Drama-free
17:12 Tactics for coping
19:42 Jaded & self destruction
24:00 Focus on you
26:42 Stronger than before
28:49 Takeaways & lessons learned
If you have found a partner whom you can share laughs, cries, ups, downs and all arounds with in life, consider yourselves very fortunate! However, don’t get too comfortable once you’ve found that person. It takes hard work and commitment to nurture and protect the beautiful relationship that you share. In this episode, Will & Linda remind the listeners and themselves the importance of regularly letting your spouse or partner know how much you appreciate having them in your life. Remember, tomorrow is not guaranteed, so make today count!
0:00 Intro
1:01 Welcome banter
1:25 Start of topic
5:00 Will compliments Linda
11:27 Linda keeps it real
14:59 Law of reciprocity
18:04 Learning to listen
24:28 Speaking up
29:29 Insecurities
32:30 Appreciate each other
37:48 Takeaways & lessons learned
Do you remember what you were like as a child? When you were fearless and didn't learn the limiting beliefs you have today as an adult? What about your boundless imagination, unlimited creativity, sense of wonder, adventure, and the biggest dreams you could think of? In this episode, Linda & Will have fun chatting about what traits they miss from their childhood that they wish they still had today. It might be surprising, but sometimes those child-like characteristics could actually be invaluable traits to help us today and in the future.
0:00 Intro
1:10 Welcome banter
2:27 Start of topic
4:04 Creativity & imagination
16:38 Lost childhood traits
19:06 Fearlessness
23:00 Hating my own voice
25:50 Trauma & wounds
29:15 Curiosity & hunger to learn
34:33 Dreaming big
43:22 Regaining your talents
49:55 Staying positive
We often hear that getting older sucks, and while there are definitely parts of it that do, we've found that life has gotten better as we've aged. There's a certain beauty that only comes with time and experience, pain and lessons learned. In this episode, we dive deep into what we want our old age to look like, and the things we want to accomplish during this short time on Earth because Time is truly our greatest asset. We share our thoughts on the importance of leaving a lasting impact and legacy, and living a life without regret.
0:00 Intro
1:14 Welcome banter
4:27 Start of topic
8:00 Stigma of aging
11:07 Living with no regrets
13:52 Legacy
19:40 Living with urgency
22:36 Protect your dreams
24:30 Learning to say no
30:14 What do you really want
32:54 Living fearlessly
35:27 Takeaways & lessons learned
When you think of home, what does that look like for you? What does it smell and feel like? To us, our home is where we can feel safe and truly be ourselves. It’s not necessarily the physical location that matters most, but who you’re with and what vibe you create that makes it home. In this episode, Linda and Will discuss their thoughts on what home is to them, and why it’s so important to build it with intention for a healthy relationship and life together.
0:00 Intro
1:08 Welcome banter
4:34 Start of topic
7:03 Warm and loving
8:39 Do you need a mansion
11:43 Our ideal home
16:51 Pets
19:40 Building memories
22:22 Humble beginnings
23:17 Safe haven
27:04 Takeaways & lessons learned
As a young adult in your 20s, the world is still full of possibilities, excitement, and everything is still so new, waiting to be discovered. It's also a time when you might not really know who you are, what you stand for or what you want out of life yet, and that's totally OK. In this episode, Will & Linda have fun discussing what they wish they knew in their 20s now that they are "smarter and wiser" in their 30s. We hope to share important lessons, habits, and perspectives that we've learned through our experiences and maybe help you with your journey no matter what age or where you are right now in life.
0:00 Intro
0:43 Welcome banter
1:48 Start of topic
3:19 Not knowing what you want
6:12 Sample & experiment
8:03 Expand your perspective
9:30 The safe lane
10:33 Fear of failure
16:22 Slow down to speed up
22:00 Burning out
26:57 Asking for help
29:45 Build your network
31:45 Protect your time
33:00 Take risks & explore
36:54 Takeaways & lessons learned
How has technology changed the way we date today? Having grown up during the pre and post smart phone era, Linda and Will share their unique insight on how they feel technology has changed the social dynamics and the way we interact with each other today especially when it comes to dating and romantic relationships. Listen in as they talk about both the positive and negative impact of social media, online profiles, and dating apps and how they have perhaps created an overwhelming amount of options and unrealistic expectations when finding a partner.
0:00 Intro
1:01 Welcome banter
3:53 Start of topic
4:30 Online dating stigma
6:04 Dating in the 90s
12:38 Technology changed the game
19:07 Matchmaking
20:27 Introverts need love too
24:04 Too many options
29:01 Taste the rainbow
31:31 Social media stalking
34:40 Playing the field or settle down
37:23 Women are from Venus
38:24 Safety & background checks
43:07 Put yourself out there
45:01 Love is worth the risks
Did you grow up in the 90s? We sure did! In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane and share some fond memories about what it was like growing up in a simpler time before the internet, smart phones and social media consumed our society. Come reminisce and laugh with us as we share stories about floppy disks, dial-up internet, Will’s first PC, beepers, childhood cartoons, and many more! It was a really fun episode to make, and we plan on doing a part 2, so stay tuned!
0:00 Intro
1:02 Welcome banter
2:06 Start of topic
4:50 Before the internet
12:55 How we communicate
20:20 Why are you calling me
22:30 AOL CDs
26:53 Cassettes & Walkmans
32:21 Dial Up internet
33:21 Cable TV & cartoons
36:28 Thomas guides & yellow pages
40:31 Toys R Us
44:04 The mall & glam photos
48:02 90s fashion
49:40 Childhood nostalgia
Are you taking care of yourself regularly? Whether it's a relaxing day at the spa, a energetic workout or just a nice chat over coffee with friends, it's critical to practice self care. Life can get so busy that sometimes we forget to pay attention to our own well-being, and this can have a major impact on our relationships as well as our overall health. In this episode, Linda & Will discuss what self care means to them from the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects. They share how they've learned the importance of self care in order to be at their best for their loved ones and best serve the world.
0:00 Intro
1:15 Welcome banter
3:33 Start of topic
5:50 What is self care
7:29 Physical care
23:42 Mental care
38:24 Emotional care
43:52 Take care of you
47:47 Spiritual care
50:52 Takeaways & lessons learned
Does money buy you happiness? It certainly is a big part of our lives, and we work every day to obtain more. Yet, have you ever truly taken the time and effort to ask yourself exactly why you get up every day to work for money? What makes you happy, and how much money do you really need to make that happen? Linda & Will share their thoughts about money growing up, and how that changed over time as they became aware of their own limiting beliefs.
0:00 Intro
1:02 Welcome banter
4:12 Start of topic
5:33 Beliefs about money
8:23 Are rich people evil
13:26 Define what makes you happy
18:43 What is your why
24:50 Strategies for success
29:10 Your beliefs are your reality
33:43 Money gives you options
Let's face it, marriage is TOUGH! No matter how much you may love each other in the early stages of your relationship, life happens and things change. No one decides to get married expecting the relationship to fail, but the reality is that sometimes it just doesn't end up working out as planned. That's why we believe that it's important to at least discuss and consider if a prenup might be in the best interest of both you, your partner, and kids/loved ones. It's a touchy subject to be sure, so we discuss the pros & cons of a prenup and how to approach having a conversation with your future spouse.
0:00 Intro
0:46 Welcome banter
1:24 Start of topic
4:00 Celebrity prenups
6:06 Talk with your partner
8:08 How do you bring it up
11:22 Transparency is key
16:15 It’s not just about you
23:14 Do your research
26:12 It’s all about communication
Should you have a traditional or modern wedding? If you're like us, we wanted our special day to not only be memorable, but also make sure that our parents feel like they had their input as well. Not an easy task! Growing up in America with Asian immigrant parents, we definitely struggled with finding a balance between having a more modern western style wedding, and including more traditional elements from our cultural heritage. In this episode, we share some hilarious stories about Will's clash with his mom including picking auspicious dates, guest size, tea ceremony, and superstitious rituals.
0:00 Intro 0:44 Welcome banter 1:11 Start of topic 5:24 Traditional vs modern 9:57 Chinese wedding 15:24 300 people guest list 17:29 Funny superstitions 22:08 Will’s mom trolls him 30:08 Arguing with the parents 32:50 Finding a balance 35:58 You can’t please everyone 37:48 Takeaways & lessons learned
IMPORTANT NOTE: this episode was recorded before the quarantine! Should you get into a long distance relationship? Linda and Will share their experiences and thoughts on what they've learned from their 1 year living apart in separate states, and how it actually strengthened their relationship. They also talk about strategies and tactics they've used to maintain and rekindle relationships with friends and family who live far away.
0:00 Intro
0:33 Welcome banter
4:48 Start of topic
7:41 Plan for success
9:44 Growing apart from family
14:21 Visiting parents
17:09 Will’s new nickname
22:28 Be present
24:42 Our long distance relationship
29:12 Growth from being apart
32:54 Setting expectations
37:30 Negotiations & sacrifices
42:43 Takeaways & lessons learned
IMPORTANT: This was recorded before the quarantine. We talk about how our friendships have evolved over time as we’ve gotten older, and what we value now in our 30s. We share our views on self love, outgrowing and cutting out toxic people, expanding our social circle, and maintaining quality friendships as life gets busier.
0:00 Intro
0:42 Welcome banter
2:26 Start of topic
3:52 Young vs old
5:57 Bullying
8:39 Need to be accepted
10:21 No tolerance for BS
12:50 Real vs fake friends
14:41 Get rid of toxic people
19:00 Life changes friendships
21:01 Expand your social circle
29:54 Hold on to good people
35:31 Nurturing friendships
39:20 You have to make time
Traveling is one of the best experiences you will ever have in your life. Go on an adventure, see historical wonders, meet interesting people, and eat delicious food all over the world. We talk about how traveling has helped us expand our perspective, be more empathetic, resourceful, and grow as people. Come discover the invaluable lessons we've learned through exploring and experiencing this amazing place we call Earth.
0:00 Intro
0:55 Welcome banter
1:44 Thank you to our listeners
4:14 Start of topic
9:48 Why we love traveling
12:52 The world is huge
17:42 Expanding your perspective
19:18 Will’s first time
22:24 Linda’s favorite country
26:11 Will proposes in Italy
28:56 Unforgettable memories
30:53 Documenting your journey
37:27 Go with the flow
41:27 Travel teaches you a lot
46:29 Enjoy the moment
51:13 Budgeting for travel
We believe that food plays a critical role in every part of our health including the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects. It even has the power to impact the quality of our relationships as well, the connection just might not be so obvious. In this episode, we share our story of how poor eating habits led to low energy, bad moods, arguments, and ultimately a turning point in our lives for the sake of our well-being, relationship, and future.
0:00 Intro
1:17 Welcome banter
1:45 Start of topic
4:23 Poor eating habits
8:11 Obese and not know it
10:15 Food guilt
13:52 Dominant partner wins
16:00 Will burns down kitchens
20:51 Negative impact of food
25:44 Change or die
31:10 Will didn’t know he was obese
33:34 Uncomfortable conversations
36:38 Change is hard
40:40 Stronger together
44:03 Small changes add up
47:34 Junk food is addictive
49:20 It’s a lifestyle not a fad
We share our experience growing up in the U.S. with immigrant parents, and being torn between 2 identities as Asian Americans. We laugh about our childhood memories and struggles with areas like education, dating, money, dealing with conflict, etc. Looking back now as adults we really appreciate our parents being so hard on us because it gave us wonderful values and principles to live by, and pass on to others.
0:00 Intro
1:07 Welcome banter
2:25 Start of topic
4:10 Chinese school & music
16:04 Asian parents love comparing
23:36 Saving money & school uniforms
31:34 Strict parents
36:53 No dating until you're married
42:00 Disobeying parents & thinking for yourself
49:27 Bullying and not fighting back
53:52 Too busy to get in trouble
57:40 Skid row and tough love
1:02:09 Embarrassed of Asian food
1:06:40 Takeaways & lessons learned
Who doesn't want a life of happiness & fulfillment? It's crazy how much we sacrifice to get to where we want only to be disappointed with a feeling of emptiness, and chase after the next thing in a never-ending cycle. One of the most important lessons that we've learned is to be present & grateful for what we already have right now. By practicing gratitude, we've been able to better deal with stressful situations, and appreciate the little things in life that make it worth living.
0:00 Intro
0:38 Welcome banter
2:04 Start of topic
4:34 Practicing gratitude
5:54 Never-ending chase for more
7:45 Feeling empty inside
11:42 Changing your mindset
15:19 Our morning ritual
19:04 You are already blessed
23:19 Taking our parents to Italy
27:14 Stranded in Europe
30:58 How you respond is everything
37:23 Go with the flow
39:09 What we’re grateful for
44:29 Happiness is a choice
What are you doing during the coronavirus lockdown? Sometimes in life, bad things WILL happen. The question is how will you CHOOSE to respond? We share some ideas and what we are doing to stay sane, healthy and how to make the most of the current situation. Some ideas include learning new skills, reconnecting with people, being leaders & role models, and supporting each other as fellow human beings. Stay safe out there!
0:00 Intro
0:48 Welcome banter
2:28 Start of topic
5:18 Cabin fever
7:10 Best use of time
9:30 Ideas to be productive
19:10 Parents & kids at home
24:10 Talking to your Kids
27:01 You have a choice
27:25 Gratefulness & Reconnecting
32:18 Take care of health
35:51 Helping others
43:39 Be a good role model
47:50 Don’t isolate yourself
51:53 Your actions matter
55:26 Takeaways & lessons Learned
We reminisce about our first year of marriage and wonder how the heck we survived!
Listen as we share our ups, downs, hilarious stories about piling dirty dishes, Will fighting for bed real estate, how we handle arguments, and some of the lessons we've learned so far in our 10+ year relationship.
We definitely don't have all the answers or claim to be experts, but we hope that by sharing our experiences it will help, comfort, entertain and inspire you!
0:00 Intro 4:27 Why Will took forever to propose 10:06 Self love comes first 17:53 Living together & pet peeves 27:53 Tidiness vs cleanliness 32:31 War of territories 38:10 Problems in the bedroom 41:50 Housekeeper saved our marriage 48:44 Prioritizing time for each other 54:00 Why we podcast 57:20 Communication is everything 1:02:55 Being right or being married 1:06:35 Takeaways & lessons learned