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There have been so many changes concerning the right to abortion. What is truly at stake here? Is this strictly a debate only between pro-life and pro-choice? Let's try to understand what's behind this controversial topic.

In this episode, we're covering the following topics:
• Abortion laws and history of France and the US [1:08]
• Abortion - some statistics [6:28]
• Pro-life vs pro-choice: is this a relevant debate? [9:00]
• The dangers of the Texas abortion loophole and "whistleblowing bounty" [13:09]
• Pro-life: Who can answer when life starts? [15:50] 
• Pro-life: Is this truly about saving everyone's lives? [16:20]
• Final thoughts on abortion laws and their stakeholders [18:05]

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Do we have to find a purpose in life? Is our goal to find it by discovering our passions and careers? If we don't find it, is life meaningless? Let's journey together into this popular search on the meaning of life.

Life Purpose Topics:
• Do we all have a life purpose? Do we need one to enjoy life? [0:30]
• How do you define yourself when you find your purpose? By your success or money? [2:05]
• What is actually the definition of life purpose? Does it have to be impactful? [2:35]
• Passion vs life purpose [6:10]
• Define your passions - try a lot of new things [7:20]
• Should my passion be my job? [9:40]
• How can you find your passions? [11:25]
• Passion doesn't have to bring money [14:50]
• Soul - Disney Movie "All you need is the willingness to live" [16:30]

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The dating world is tough for many of us. That's not to say that the dating rules are the same everywhere. Let's explore some of the funny differences between dating in the US and France.

• Dating multiple people at the same time? There is not such a thing in France [2:13]
• Invest your time in someone to get to know him/her - the French way [4:00]
• Love labels (and not levels) - so many options in the US vs you're together or you're not, in France [6:00]
• Texting is different than dating [8:05]
• What about speed dating? [9:46]
• Being exclusive? Only in the US because in France, the kiss seals the deal [10:45]
• Friends with benefits? The "plan cul" in France [11:25]
• Eric's experience in dating a French guy [12:04]
• Sex on the first date - Laurianne's views vs Eric's ones [14:50]
• "I love you" - does it mean anything when you say it multiple times a day? [20:30]

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Are people quitting their jobs for happiness? How much income are you willing to sacrifice for something more meaningful? What if it was all of it?

In this episode, we're discussing about The Great Resignation, mainly happening in the US:
• A big movement in the US - what about France? [0:40]
• Basic data about The Great Resignation [2:00]
• Why do people quit their job? [2:30]
• Laurianne's existential question - Am I happy at this job? [4:00]
• Meaning - Do you have to find meaning in what you do? [5:00]
• People in the US put a lot of value on what you do [8:55]
• With the pandemic, people discovered new interests, leading to quitting their jobs [9:45]
• The younger generation want a meaningful job over a high paid job [10:20]
• Laurianne's experience of quittinng her job a few years ago to create a business [11:11]
• Quitting a job - how do people do that? [14:00]

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Do we really need pets? Are you sure you got Kitty for the right reason? There are many reasons why people get pets: love, loneliness, building responsibilities, ease insecurities. Let's talk about it!

Here are some furry topics we'll cover in this episode:
• Laurianne - the cat girl [0:25]
• Why do people get pets? [2:45]
• Spoiled dogs in the US (and their owners) [6:20]
• Selfishness - getting a breed that doesn't fit your lifestyle [8:40]
• The behind the scenes of breeders [10:40]

Get your pet on www.petfinder.com

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Less is more! Too often, minimalism is associated with restrictions, having few material possessions, an empty home, or no shopping. Ironically, the goal is actually more freedom: freedom from stress and societal pressure. It allows you to create more, spend your time and energy on things that matters, pursue passions, and know yourself.

In this episode, we're sharing our experience about becoming a minimalist and what it brings into your life:
• Eric's experience as a minimalist [1:11]
• The issue is the meaning we give to the things we own [4:22]
• What if these "things" bring me happiness? [5:00]
• Be conscious when you're about to buy something [6:30]
• Minimalism is more about the experience in life - focus on what's important in your life [7:30]
• Where should I start? Practical advice [8:42]
• What about items with sentimental value? [11:20]
• One of the first steps - know who you are to understand what you need [14:05]

Check out the website theminimalists.com for more resourceful information

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You're awesome! You're great! You'll be okay! Could being positive cause more harm than good?

In this episode, we're covering the following topics:
• Laurianne's experience in the US - amazed by the positive energy [0:50]
• The dangers of constant positivity [2:20]
• Jaded or just French? [5:00]
• Toxic positivity forces you to repress real feelings [6:13]
• Words might work like placebos [8:07]
• Easy, but empty advice: You're going to be ok, others have it worse than you [9:40]
• Dealing with people who actually need that "positivity" [13:26]
• Truly listening is more effective than being positive [16:50]

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We have to risk embarrassment, comfort, time, rejection in order to grow. By being vulnerable, you open yourself up to growth, you create deeper relationships and you stay true to yourself.

In this episode, both Eric and Laurianne open up about their personal experiences and show you why you would benefit from being vulnerable:
• What vulnerability is [1:10]
• Payoff of being vulnerable [1:47]
• Be vulnerable with yourself and others [2:50]
• Vulnerability, weaknesses, and Laurianne's recent experience of being vulnerable to someone [3:49]
• Deep connections are built by being vulnerable [7:03]
• Dating and being vulnerable [8:58]
• What are you afraid of losing by being vulnerable? Rejection? [11:26]
• No text-back situation, rejection again [16:38]
• How to handle rejection? [18:35]

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Let's analyze the world of our uniformed citizens. Are people wanting to defund, reform, or completely abolish the police? 

Topics:
• Digging into the word "defund" [2:26]
• The tough job of the police force [4:40]
• Do we make new agencies or the police more resourceful? [7:11]
• Is the police out of control? [9:42]
• Police vs society's accountability [12:21]
• Summary [16:09]

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There's a lot that happens when you go through a heartbreak. Whether it's a devastating period in your life or just a hiccup, there are some good life lessons we can learn from this intense experience.

In this episode, Eric and Laurianne open up about their personal experiences to share what worked (and what didn't) when dealing with heartbreak:
• What does it mean to be heartbroken? [0:30]
• Brianna Wiest's distinction of "heartbreak" and "attachment" [2:20]
• Cliche but true: Focus on yourself [6:56]
• Laurianne's heartbreak and lessons learned [7:30]
• Eric's heartbreak - One year of recovery [9:35]
• Practical first steps: Avoid contact [11:00]
• Learning who you are and what brings you happiness [14:25]
• Knowing that it's a lot of hard work to rebuild yourself [18:00]
• Ultimately, the motivation must come within [23:00]
• Why is it hard to let someone go? [25:30]


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