Secondhand Therapy

By Louie Paoletti & Michael Malone

Join Louie Paoletti and Michael Malone as they embark on a humorous journey of self-discovery while unpacking their weekly therapy sessions. From navigating grief and anxiety to embracing ADHD quirks,... more

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How many episodes does Secondhand Therapy have?

The podcast currently has 99 episodes available.

Secondhand Therapy episodes:

December 23, 2024 Let's Talk About Our Dynamic and You Don't Know Us Like That | #067
Lou and Michael discuss their dynamic, relationship, communication style and everything else. They discuss comments, engagement, and the idea that listeners know them intrinsically. All of this is sparked by a message received on Patreon... Shoutout to Nikki. We love you.

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52min
December 16, 2024 Lonely Fat Kid With a Neck Tattoo | #066
Lou and Michael hammer out a little misunderstanding. Lou is checking in with his parts in a new way with new intention. Michael is still addicted to validation. Lou is struggling to come to terms with the parts of his father that live within him. Michael opens up about his childhood and his disbelief that he deserves love. Michael looks back on his last relationship.

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1h 7min
December 09, 2024 A Floating Task List and Struggling To Be | #065
Lou doesn't hate to be needed after all which ties into his main focus of being. Lou feels like he has to catch everything before it happens. Michael's ADHD has his to-do list floating around in the ether. Michael still prioritizes his external appearance over his internal growth. Lou and Michael compare their views on their phones affecting their presence. Michael talks about his past situationship that hurt him real bad.

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1h 4min
December 02, 2024 My Absent Father and Closing the Door (Or Not) | #064
Lou can't believe what Michael is doing in therapy. Lou saw his dad for the first time in four years... unplanned. Lou recaps his relationship with his father. Michael is coming to terms with loving his family but not necessarily liking them. Lou and Michael debate grief before discussing cutting people out of your life and closing the door on relationships. We finally figure out why Michael won't close the door.

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54min
November 25, 2024 Grandiosity and The Inability to Cry | #063
Lou had a very existential therapy session this week. Why are humans the ones, ya know? Lou reflects on his phone and online shopping and the dopamine hit of a new match before getting into his swan song in therapy. Michael is starting a new exercise tracking points and he is already up ten thousand.

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54min
November 18, 2024 The Election and Logging Your Feelings to Find Your Needs | #062
We’re talking about the emotional side of the election and Donald Trump’s victory before we get into understanding your needs as a human.

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47min
November 11, 2024 We're Not Really Strangers | #061
Lou and Michael pull cards from the game “We’re Not Really Strangers” which lead to conversations about when they’ve surprised themselves, curiosity vs judgement, cause and effect, what parts of themselves they see in each other and much much more. And then Lou shares something that rocks Michael’s world.

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53min
November 04, 2024 Love, Vulnerability and Boundaries | #060
It's a deep dive into the complexities of modern relationships. Louie opens up about his struggles with balancing healthy boundaries and offering genuine love, while reflecting on his partner's perceived lack of effort in their shared home life. He explores the challenges of conflict resolution, emotional growth, and the fear of embracing vulnerable love. Michael shares powerful insights into how his father's influence shaped his current relationships, and how emotional well-being and self-acceptance impact his approach to love. The conversation takes a thought-provoking turn as Louie and Michael debate: Does love need to be earned?

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50min
October 28, 2024 Replay - Grief (Part 1)
We couldn’t avoid it any longer. We’re talking about grief this week.

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54min
October 21, 2024 Perfectionism and My Dead Dad | #059
This is a deeper, heavier episode. Lou opens with a quick pickleball story. Feeling a bit down lately, Michael explores the reasons behind his funk, with Lou suggesting it might be for obvious reasons. The conversation delves into Michael's childhood experiences and his relationship with his parents, offering insights into how our past shapes our present. Tune in for an honest and relatable dialogue about mental health, personal growth, and the pressures of perfectionism!

Support the pod:
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Contact us:
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818-850-2448
...more
44min

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