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My Therapist Made Me Do This Podcast: With Mario & Friends
Welcome! Tune in as we talk about life, current events and what therapy has taught when it comes to things I experience every week. My aim is that as you listen, you LAUGH, become EMPOWERED, and support those that are SHOWCASED here. Theres something for everyone here!
Episodes
86 episodes
“My Journey to Military Retirement”
After 20 years of military service, my retirement has officially been approved. In this episode, I open up about what this milestone really feels like—the pride, the relief, the uncertainty, and the excitement for what comes next. I share...
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“Prioritizing Yourself Isn’t Selfish — It’s Necessary”
In this episode, we’re breaking down the myth that putting yourself first is selfish. From setting boundaries to reclaiming your time and energy, we explore why prioritizing your mental, emotional, and physical well-being is not just okay — it’...
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The Vanishing Family Reunion"
What happens when the ties that bind begin to fray, and the family gatherings you once looked forward to start to disappear? In this episode of The Vanishing Family Reunion, we explore the fading tradition of family reunions — what causes them ...
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The Fathers Day Ep Feat Jayden
On this Father’s Day, I had the honor of sitting down with my son to reflect on our journey together—from the challenges of military life and high school struggles to his growth as a now dual-sport college athlete. A deeply personal conversatio...
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"When Giving Becomes a Shield"
"When Giving Becomes a Shield" dives into the complexities of how generosity can sometimes mask deeper personal struggles. In this podcast, we explore stories of individuals who use giving as a way to shield themselves from their own vul...
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Rome wasnt built in a day Feat. Big Rome
My dawg Roman jumped on the show today to talk life, laugh and share his journey as a general contractor. thanks for listening!
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Empathy With Action
In this episode, we dive deep into the true power of empathy—not just as a feeling but as a force for real action. Too often, we talk about understanding others, but how do we turn that understanding into meaningful change? We explore practical...
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Elephants vs Donkeys
Today I chat about the recent election results, as well as my first in person voting experience. Why are people so up in arms about who you voted for, when we as a people arent willing to have a conversation with people of differing views? Is t...
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The EMDR Experience
Today I share my initial experiences with EMDR therapy. First used for PTSD patients, it has quickly morphed into serving a multitude of medical conditions. here is my story. Thanks for listening
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Keep the Spark Alive: Never Stop Dating Your Spouse
Picture this: a mobile yoga studio, a glass of wine in hand, and the person you vowed to love forever by your side. Our recent Sip and Stretch date night with Jessica was not just a break from the mundane but a rejuvenating experience for our r...
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One flew out the cuckoos nest
Jess is back to talk about what life is like having our first kid gone to college. We share a piece of his story and how we've adjusted to a now party of 4, instead of 5. Thanks for listening!
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Transitions
Mrs. Revere joins the podcast today to talk about life as a 22 year military retiree to a 7th grade elementary teacher. Thanks for listening!!
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I'll Follow, You Lead
Today we’re going to have a chat about the P Diddy situation. No, I’m not giving you a play by play account or my feelings on guilt or innocence, but more the players involved. Persuasion and manipulation are at an all time high in this society...
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The Strong Friend
Tonight’s episode is for the strong friend. The one who’s there at a moments notice, thru thick and thin and down for whatever. But who checks on you strong friend? Is your personal suffering ignored for the betterment of others? Is this the re...
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The Oppistion of Transition
Tonight I'm having a conversation about transitions. If there is one thing that's guaranteed in life, its that change is inevitable. How do we deal with the curveballs that life throws at us and walk out with our head held high? Dont forget to ...
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The Professional Avoider
Happy Sunday folks, today we talk about the “Avoider”. Many times this term is used to categorize someone’s traits in relationships, but how many of us are avoiders of people, problems and situations in real life? And why? I wanna share a part ...
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For The Love of Money
Today I want to have a chat about money. We all love it and need it to survive in some form or fashion, but what about when it comes to things you’re passionate about? Should the goal in life be to get paid for things you like to do? ...
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2023 Year Review
Hey guys!! tune in as i give a quick review of our 2023 with some of my highlights, lessons learned and the way ahead. I was a little cranky and all over the place, but I explain why lol. Happy New Year!
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Too Blessed to Be Depressed
As approach the holiday season, I want to touch on depression. As life passes by, im realizing that battling depression is like a full time job in itself. Its times like that where you have to take a step back, reassess,, refocus and re attack ...
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Mending Fences
Today we're back to have a conversation about making things right. Now, no everybody doesn't need to be in your life if they've put you through hell, but some situations are usually long standing beefs that stem from a lack of communicating. Re...
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Being the Bigger Person
Happy sunday folks! As life has been life-ing lately, I wanted to talk about being the bigger person. Is it better to match peoples energy that they give you? Or is it better to meet violence with violence? Thanks for listening.
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Black Love...15 Years Later
Today Jess and I reflect on 15 years of marital bliss...or is it?? lol Enjoy this convo between 2 people who've got some things right and some things wrong, but we have made it work! thanks for listening!!
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They Dont Really Care About Us
Today I have a little chat about how therapy has been so great for me and unfortunately how I've been put in a situation where i have to choose between my Mental Health...and possibly my career. I know i say this a lot, but I hope this episode ...
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