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In this episode, Jess and Sav discuss their recent activities. They talk about their Memorial Day weekends, including beach trips and hiking. They also discuss a disagreement they had about the definition of being self-made. Jess shares her experience with postpartum preeclampsia and the lack of awareness around it. They also mention therapy and the importance of finding a therapist who understands their individual needs.
The girls discuss various topics including a controversial commencement speech, asking uncomfortable questions as parents, a documentary about Nick Carter, and a series of 'Am I the Asshole?' scenarios.
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In this conversation, Jess and Sav discuss their week and recent experiences. They talk about going to an adult skate night, taking mushroom gummies, and the challenges of dating while balancing work and school. They also discuss the issue of microplastics and the impact on the body. Overall, they reflect on their personal growth and the importance of making new memories. In this part of the conversation, the principal themes discussed are: 1) Diddy's abusive behavior towards Cassie, 2) Interracial relationships and the black wife effect, and 3) Parenting and children's mental health. In this final part of the conversation, Jess and Sav discuss the importance of setting goals for their children and teaching them to leave a positive impact on the world. They also talk about the need for boundaries and not giving in to every desire of their kids. The conversation then shifts to the topic of poor hygiene in relationships and how to address it. They also briefly touch on the reasons why men and women cheat in relationships. The conversation ends with book recommendations and a discussion about upcoming plans.
Chapters
00:00 Weekend Adventures and Restful Breaks
03:14 Balancing Work, School, and Dating
07:38 The Impact of Microplastics on the Body
11:30 Making New Memories After a Breakup
15:17 The Importance of Reducing Plastic Use
20:16 Supporting Survivors and Apologizing
21:13 The Importance of Believing and Validating
22:58 Empathy and Imagining the Impact
30:09 Exploring Interracial Relationships
34:55 The Trend of Black Women Dating White Men
41:30 Prioritizing Children's Mental Health
42:11 Teaching Children the Value of Earning Privileges
42:29 The Importance of Kindness in Parenting
42:44 Being Stern with Children and Setting Goals
46:50 Addressing Poor Hygiene in Relationships
47:52 Understanding the Reasons for Cheating in Relationships
01:00:39 Book Recommendations for Strengthening Marriages and Essential Conversations
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In this episode, Savanna and Jessica discuss various topics, including voicemail storage, couples therapy, and the man versus bear movement. They also touch on the importance of teaching children to defend themselves and the challenges of finding the right therapist. The conversation highlights the need for open and honest communication in relationships and the impact of family dynamics on personal growth. They also discuss the disturbing trend of men neglecting their parental responsibilities. Overall, the episode explores the complexities of human relationships and the importance of self-care and personal development. The conversation explores the different experiences and lessons learned from the hosts' mothers. They discuss the resilience and pickiness they inherited from their mothers, as well as the importance of being intentional in choosing partners. They also talk about the impact of their mothers' actions on their own parenting styles, such as teaching their children to navigate chaos and fostering self-awareness. The hosts share their favorite moments as mothers, including witnessing their children's milestones and accomplishments. They also plan a haircut session for their children. In this conversation, Savanna and Jessica discuss their experiences with motherhood and the impact their own mothers had on them. They talk about the importance of having a supportive mother figure during pregnancy and how it can affect mental health. They also discuss the role of mothers in allowing their children to make their own decisions and not projecting their own desires onto them. The conversation touches on the topic of narcissistic parents and the lasting damage they can inflict on their children. They also explore the idea that motherhood is not for everyone and that being a woman does not mean you have to be a mother. Overall, the conversation highlights the complexity of mother-daughter relationships and the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for children to grow and make their own choices.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Catch Up
02:09 Voicemail Storage and Phone Issues
04:23 Couples Therapy and Finding the Right Therapist
09:56 The Man Versus Bear Movement
13:27 Teaching Children to Defend Themselves
23:01 The Importance of Self-Care and Personal Development
28:42 Lessons from Our Mothers
33:06 Being Intentional in Choosing Partners
38:21 The Impact of Our Mothers on Our Parenting Styles
40:36 Favorite Moments as Mothers
48:42 Haircut Session for the Kids
53:27 The Impact of a Supportive Mother Figure During Pregnancy
54:21 Allowing Children to Make Their Own Decisions
57:30 Motherhood is Not for Everyone
59:43 The Effects of Narcissistic Parents
01:13:04 Creating a Safe and Supportive Environment for Children
Catch up with Jess and Sav- This week we talk about how the world did, in fact, not end like Savanna thought, but she did look directly at the sun. Getting asked on a date and getting the ick before even meeting him, as well as another person reaching out about her ex. Jess got her wedding rings resized and can happily wear them again after 3 years. She also discusses how it feels to finally be done having kids and be out of her post-partum depression. We also revisit talking about Quiet on Set since they released a follow up episode. Then we get into our 20 years of friendship and asking some deep questions like How we can be better friends, how Sav felt when Jess got pregnant at 19, our favorite memories together, and then some! Follow, Share, Like, or Subscribe
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