On this episode, Ted and Patrick discuss the challenges of long-distance relationships, the complexities of masculinity and anger management, and the joys and hardships of becoming a father. Then, they react to Reddit threads and share their insights and opinions on the authors’ posts. How should you navigate conversations in your relationship and when should you go to therapy to deal with trauma? Enjoy!

AITA thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/1j0qx5w/aita_for_not_hugging_my_girlfriend_after_she/

Sexuality Thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoXChromosomes/comments/1jyph9f/how_to_get_rid_of_shame_around_sexuality/

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:36 Going through reader comments and Reddit therapy

02:16 Navigating long distance relationships

03:01 There are many ways to make a long-distance relationship work

07:48 The Challenge of Transitioning to Close Proximity After Long-Distance

08:25 The Importance of Space in Early Relationships

09:32 Patrick and Ted Discuss How Independence Strengthens Relationships

11:12 Understanding masculinity and anger

17:27 Anger can be a tool - not just a reaction

24:06 The Challenges of parenting

25:18 The Joys of Parenthood

28:59 Finding balance in parenting and personal life

30:57 The Evolution of Parenting Practices

31:54 Ted Discusses Aging and the Shift in Parenting and Society

33:45 It’s Okay to Say No to Lending Money

34:15 Exploring Sexuality and Shame - Reddit Question #1

40:39 How long does trauma therapy take?

45:40 Communication in Relationships: Navigating Conflict - Reddit Question #2

51:10 B-Roll - The wildest Sushi Date ever

56:48 Why Ted’s Dating Life is Taking Him to Eastern Europe

58:58 The Mystery Behind Russian Women’s Anger

01:01:32 Is Our Attraction to Certain Ethnicities Hardwired?

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