(Visual Cues Available on YouTube!) What can we learn from the three temptations of Christ and Buddha? Nietzsche believed Buddhism was the religion of higher development, while Christianity was designed to tame the “beasts of prey.” But is that really true? In this video, I explore the trials both figures faced, how their temptations reflect their roles in history, and what their struggles mean for us today.

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So I noticed something really interesting while rewatching Seven Deadly Sins - Meliodas's story actually tells us a lot about modern dating and relationships. As someone who's been through the ups and downs of love myself, I couldn't help but see the parallels between his journey and what many of us go through today. In this video, I'll share my thoughts on how his struggles through the best training arc, The Trials, and finding wholeness again mirror what I've experienced in modern dating. Whether you're an anime fan or just trying to make sense of relationships today, I think you'll find some interesting perspectives here.

Porn trains your brain to settle for less—less connection, less drive, less life. I pissed away years on it before realizing how much it was holding me back. Since I quit, life’s gotten clearer, sharper, and straight-up better. This isn’t some step-by-step how-to, but my perspective on why it’s worth dropping porn and channeling your energy into leveling up instead. I’ve been monk mode for months now, and the changes have been unreal. I feel sharper, more creative, and honestly, more like myself. In this video, I’ll talk about why porn is toxic and how quitting can open up a whole new way of experiencing life.

When God shows you something—or someone—isn’t for you, you have two choices: let go gracefully or have it ripped away. In this video, I share my personal journey through relationships, self-growth, and what it means to honor God’s plans over your own desires. Sometimes, love is recognizing when to step away, even if it hurts, for the sake of becoming your best self.

Some quick thoughts on a pivotal scene from Goethe’s Faust. As Faust contemplates ending it all, a few simple pleasures—like Easter hymns and a spontaneous dance—pull him back from the brink. I also touch on how Nietzsche might view this moment in terms of finding meaning in life’s everyday experiences.

Just testing the waters with this one—let me know what you think!

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Andrew highlights the importance of assessing a partner's accountability and mindset by scrutinizing how they discuss past relationships. He points out that women may avoid accountability by blaming ex-partners for toxicity, manipulation, or control. He suggests that if a woman seeks exclusivity, she must be willing to adhere to certain standards and boundaries, such as transparency and relinquishing singlehood freedoms. Andrew advocates for setting clear expectations early on and suggests either guiding a less experienced partner or finding someone who understands and respects boundaries. He advises having grace when assessing past mistakes but warns about the influence of a woman's single friends, who may reinforce negative perceptions of the partner. Ultimately, he stresses that good guys need a solid game plan to navigate modern relationships effectively.

Basically, when a women you are dating a couple months beyond the point of exclusivity consistently uses social media and you’re not in it, not only is she disrespecting you but you are disrespecting yourself by allowing such behavior from your partner.  After you decide you want to be serious, you must establish ground rules on this moving forward. Must be willing to walk away.