Surviving Empathy

Surviving Empathy

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Surviving Empathy episodes

  • Empowering Yourself as an Empath / Highly Sensitive Person, Finding Strength and Letting Go of Mental Baggage when Forced to Stand up to People in a Sometimes Pushy and Unfeeling World
    I've been feeling just a little bit "sigh, meh" for the past couple of days,  so I thought it was a great time to just talk with you guys about those times when I have to turn from a gentle old soul and empath to a fighter and sometimes straight up asshole when you're forced to get real with unsavory folks who aren't so respectful of us or right to exist. I'll tell you some of the tricks and tips I've learned when dealing with mean, rude, arrogant, or unfeeling people out there. You know, those "society people" we have to associate with, but have nothing in common with and have no real desire to associate with, but have no choice but to deal with?! This episode is an off the cuff straight talk pep talk, where I explain what empaths have to go through, the emotional baggage after an uncomfortable encounter, how the world out there sometimes makes us feel, and what we must do sometimes when life forces us to deal with not so nice people out there. Sometimes life forces us out of our comfort zone, and to behave in ways we don't desire to be. Where we have to "go there" in ways we don't like, and find our "inner gangsta" when forced to drop our usual kind demeanor and gentle sensibilities and to "get real" in order to protect ourselves from hurtful and insensitive types of people. It doesn't happen a lot, but every now and then you have to set the record straight and get some people to understand that you aren't their doormat.  All in the day in the life of a civilization that's sometimes losing its kindness, joy, and fun loving nature.

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    1 hr 34 min
  • Ghosts in Real Life vs TV and Movies, Our Favorite Kinds of Horror Movies, Ed and Lorraine Warren, Skepticism vs Cynicism, and What TV and the Movies Got Right and Wrong
    In this "hot cocoa and binkie" episode, Rebecca and I discuss our favorite kinds of horror and what we like in those subgenres. Then, we'll discuss the paranormal phenomenon in real life vs the movies and television, from Ghostbusters and The Conjuring movies, to our guilty pleasure in ghost hunting shows on TV, and whether or not we're getting an accurate read on the paranormal phenom, whether or not they're doing  more harm than good, whether they're making people believe or disbeliever more or less, and what Hollywood and ghost shows are getting right and wrong. We'll talk about The Conjuring universe and the real life couple the franchise is based on, Ed and Lorraine Warren, renowned paranormal heroes of sorts in the field; their contribution to the field, and how they influenced how western culture sees the paranormal phenomenon. Then lastly, we'll talk about whether or not the paranormal in Hollywood and television pop culture is doing a service or disservice to the paranormal as a whole, skepticism vs cynicism, and what our take always are in general about growing up with ghosts and ghost stories in our public zeitgeist. You can listen to this podcast almost everywhere podcasts are streamed, and you may also come on by and say hi or continue the conversation with us personally @chefbrycomedy to get empath info and  advice (we are not mental health professionals but empath and paranormal advocates who take our work seriously), and to find out more about the work we do in paranormal research, and as empaths and advocates for highly sensitive people. Our mission is to empower empaths and struggling folks, to gain a real and balanced understanding of paranormal phenomenon, to empower and strengthen regular people going through a difficult time, and we advocate for a more robust and sustainable life in difficult and uncertain times. We're here for you. Welcome to my empath tribe, and please enjoy!

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    1 hr 30 min
  • Season 2 Premiere; Welcome Back! Catching You up on What's Going on These Days, and Getting Back into the Swing of Things.
    On this season 2 premiere, I talk about what I've been doing with myself while on vacation with our 2 months off on hiatus, and tell you all about our trip to California! Then I'll catch you guys up on some of the things I've learned as a podcaster, as well as some of the technical ins and outs. Then I will tell you what I want and expect for season 2, and what my plans are for the show and the long-term, and my deep desire to reach out and help real folks like you. I'll also address a handful of mini topics, so the show isn't just about me, but super relevant to you guys, my empaths, as well mental health and robust living tips, as well as my fellow spookies and paranormal enthusiasts, so you don't feel gyped out of real world every day honest to goodness real knowledge and wisdom you can actually use to help with your daily life and thinking. 

    It's so good to be back, and I can't wait to get back to to work and give you fine folks some empath knowledge and energetic support, as well as has have some fun and laughs together with you, my empath tribe! Empath or not, you're in the right place if you're an empath or a sensitive, empath curious, you're into the paranormal, into mental health or need some life hacks and real world advice, just not professional advice as I am not a trained psychologist, just a guy who's seen a thing or two, and a strong empath and life weary realist whos turned his personal woes into a positive force for good. I really missed this, and I missed you guys! Let's have a crazy good season 2 together! If you ever want to know more, or need someone to talk to about this sort of stuff, please reach out to my social media  @chefbrycomedy or search on all the major social media sites for Surviving Empathy Podcast. Let's have a productive and fun podcast season! I'm here for you and with you.

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    1 hr 29 min
  • BONUS EPISODE! My Conversation with Comedian Keith Burr, Part 2.
    I'm currently on hiatus until early November, but as I've been working on various projects, it's allowed me to network and meet with many of my fellow podcasters and comedians. One of the funniest comedians I've met thus far is Comedian Keith Burr from Kentucky. He self-describes himself as "well constructed trash," but I found him to be much more than that however. In this 3 part bonus episode, we talk about a variety of things, from our socio-political landscape and culture today, to the nature of being a public figure, and we even dig into our pasts a little bit and try to deconstruct how and why we became comedians. For any fans of the show, I thought this would be something fun to listen to, as we go into so much, revealing a lot about who we are as people and why we do what we do! You can find Keith Burr on Instagram @keithburr.comedy and on Twitter @keithburr13, and myself as always @chefbrycomedy or simply search for Surviving Empathy Podcast. Thank you all for your support! See you in November! Enjoy!

    By the way I want to thank Stereo app for recording this episode. If you hear any sound discrepancies, it's only because sometimes when using the app, much like when using a walkie talkie, when we accidentally talked over each other there would be a slight sound garble as the recorder would try to prioritize the person talking, creating a slight muffle or garble sound for a couple of seconds.  I thought it was still worth listening to because much of this was great usable content, just that sometimes things like this happen! You can reach both of us on Stereo simply by downloading the app and searching for us by name! (No it wasn't my new computer! lol)

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    1 hr 1 min
  • BONUS EPISODE! My Conversation with Comedian Keith Burr, Part 3.
    I'm currently on hiatus until early November, but as I've been working on various projects, it's allowed me to network and meet with many of my fellow podcasters and comedians. One of the funniest comedians I've met thus far is Comedian Keith Burr from Kentucky. He self-describes himself as "well constructed trash," but I found him to be much more than that however. In this 3 part bonus episode, we talk about a variety of things, from our socio-political landscape and culture today, to the nature of being a public figure, and we even dig into our pasts a little bit and try to deconstruct how and why we became comedians. For any fans of the show, I thought this would be something fun to listen to, as we go into so much, revealing a lot about who we are as people and why we do what we do! You can find Keith Burr on Instagram @keithburr.comedy and on Twitter @keithburr13, and myself as always @chefbrycomedy or simply search for Surviving Empathy Podcast. Thank you all for your support! See you in November! Enjoy!

    By the way I want to thank Stereo app for recording this episode. If you hear any sound discrepancies, it's only because sometimes when using the app, much like when using a walkie talkie, when we accidentally talked over each other there would be a slight sound garble as the recorder would try to prioritize the person talking, creating a slight muffle or garble sound for a couple of seconds.  I thought it was still worth listening to because much of this was great usable content, just that sometimes things like this happen! You can reach both of us on Stereo simply by downloading the app and searching for us by name! (No it wasn't my new computer! lol)

    Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/chefbrycomedy)

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr 8 min
  • BONUS EPISODE! My Conversation with Comedian Keith Burr, Part 1.
    I'm currently on hiatus until early November, but as I've been working on various projects, it's allowed me to network and meet with many of my fellow podcasters and comedians. One of the funniest comedians I've met thus far is Comedian Keith Burr from Kentucky. He self-describes himself as "well constructed trash," but I found him to be much more than that however. In this 3 part bonus episode, we talk about a variety of things, from our socio-political landscape and culture today, to the nature of being a public figure, and we even dig into our pasts a little bit and try to deconstruct how and why we became comedians. For any fans of the show, I thought this would be something fun to listen to, as we go into so much, revealing a lot about who we are as people and why we do what we do! You can find Keith Burr on Instagram @keithburr.comedy and on Twitter @keithburr13, and myself as always @chefbrycomedy or simply search for Surviving Empathy Podcast. Thank you all for your support! See you in November! Enjoy!

    By the way I want to thank Stereo app for recording this episode. If you hear any sound discrepancies, it's only because sometimes when using the app, much like when using a walkie talkie, when we accidentally talked over each other there would be a slight sound garble as the recorder would try to prioritize the person talking, creating a slight muffle or garble sound for a couple of seconds.  I thought it was still worth listening to because much of this was great usable content, just that sometimes things like this happen! You can reach both of us on Stereo simply by downloading the app and searching for us by name! (No it wasn't my new computer! lol)

    Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/chefbrycomedy)

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr
  • Season 1 Wrap Up- Just a Little About What Went Right and Wrong and I Address Mini Topics That Didn't Make The Show
    On this super long season 1 ender, I talk about what went right and wrong on the show, what I've learned, what season 2 will be all about, and I address our culture today and how people aren't listening to their conscience anymore, but rather allowing our culture and media at large to influence people, making them weapons for and against a particular cause. I end the show by addressing this divisive culture we've found ourselves in, and how to rise above the influence in order to take back our life and live more happily and robustly. 

    Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/chefbrycomedy)

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    2 hr 5 min
  • The Mothman, Men in Black, Indrid Cold, UFO's, and their Possible Connections
    In this episode Rebecca and I try to understand the Mothman phenomenon. During our research we uncovered connections between the infamous mothman sightings in Point Pleasant, West Virginia and the Silver Bridge Collapse of 1967, and also of sightings of UFO's, Men in Black, possible poltergeist activity, and Indrid Cold, known by researchers as "The Grinning Man." Once we discovered that there were not only sightings of a 7 to 9 foot tall "flying winged demon" creature with red glowing eyes, large black wings, with leathery dark skin and no neck, but also of other seemingly interrelated paranormal phenomenon going on simultaneously there as well. So we we began to see this odd relationship between the Mothman phenomenon and other popular "paranormal hotspots," such as with Skinwalker Ranch, and other known paranormal areas with high concentrations of paranormal phenomenon, and we can't wait to share with you guys our findings. There appears to be sightings of this cryptid/creature that goes on to this day, that surprised us just how recent these sightings actual are!

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    1 hr 27 min
  • Empaths vs Dark Empaths vs Sociopaths, The Dark Triad, and How to See The World and Yourself Correctly in These Complex Times
    In this episode I explore the differences between an empath and a dark empath, and then between a dark empath and a sociopath. We'll talk about the psychological term "Dark Triad," and the implications of that. Finally, I'll try to make sense of it all, from the different schools of thought for and against the term "dark empath," and to figure out what and who we really are, in a world where sometimes we're maybe  just a little bit more nuanced, just a little more complex, and just a little too sophisticated to simply be entirely one thing or the other.  In complex times it may just require that we're a little bit of everything, depending on the world's demands, our own personal needs and selfcare, and the complexity of the situation in these highly sophisticated times. 

    Credit to: Kim Saeed

    Here's Why The 'Dark Empath' Myth Needs To Be Debunked- Kim Saeed: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

    https://kimsaeed.com/2020/10/13/heres-why-the-darl-empath-myth-needs-to-be-debunked/

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    1 hr 23 min
  • Big Ass Bigfoot Episode! (BABE)
    In this fun episode Rebecca and I talk all about bigfoot, starting from the beginnings of the legend and bigfoot's climb to pop culture fame, to the scientific  findings and best evidence, to the more magical and mystical side to the bigfoot belief and phenomenon. Then we leave you with our overall thoughts about what we believe is likely to be true, our thoughts on what the bigfoot/aliens/ufo connection is,  and its connection to  portals and vortexes and the rise in paranormal activity and how and why that's even a thing! I think I've mostly managed to tackle my audio gremlins now, but I continually learn new tricks to help give you guys the best listening experience possible. Also, there's a dangerous heatwave going on here in the Pacific Northwest, so if you hear any background noise I do apologize. I had to run fans and the air conditioner, but I think it sounds pretty good!  Bigfoot has been a long loved myth, legend, and phenomenon that's to this day closely loved and held by many, including Native Americans and tribal people. So we try to break down this episode where we have reverence for both the science as well as the mythological and spiritual aspects as well! Please enjoy!

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    1 hr 17 min

About Surviving Empathy

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Welcome to Surviving Empathy Podcast! You can find all our links at https://linktr.ee/bryarpatchmedia. We're all about empathy, kindness, empath talk, exploring the paranormal & weird stuff,…