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  • Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Co-Parenting Struggles and Friendship Dynamics

    Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Co-Parenting Struggles and Friendship Dynamics
    Mar 29 2025
    In this episode of the Wise Whys Podcast, Aaron and Alexander analyze two Reddit stories: one involving co-parenting conflicts and bedtime disagreements, and another about friends not offering shelter during a camping trip storm. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness, adaptation, and acceptance in resolving such conflicts and improving overall wellness. They also provide practical advice for dealing with these situations and expanding personal growth.
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  • Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Gaslighting, Relationship Competition and Sarcasm

    Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Gaslighting, Relationship Competition and Sarcasm
    Mar 10 2025
    In this episode, Aaron and Alexander examine two Reddit stories about overreacting and offer advice using the J.U.S.T. Philosophy. In the first story, they discuss a common relationship conflict where partners accuse each other of gaslighting, emphasizing the importance of internal work and clarity in relationships. The second story examines a husband's inappropriate 'joke' amidst his stress and how miscommunication and emotional reactions can escalate conflict.
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  • Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Election Depression, Judgement and Emotional Triggers

    Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Election Depression, Judgement and Emotional Triggers
    Feb 17 2025
    In this episode, Aaron and Alexander examine two Reddit stories about overreacting and offer advice using the J.U.S.T. Philosophy. The first story involves a man dealing with resentment around his girlfriend's behavior towards homeless people, emphasizing the need for acceptance and collaborative growth. The second story is about someone's mental health struggles following election results, highlighting the importance of non-resistance and focusing energy on constructive actions. The episode concludes with insights on integrating acceptance into personal and social arenas for lasting well-being.
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  • Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Scaring People, Video Games, and Dating vs Relationships

    Am I Overreacting? Reddit Stories about Scaring People, Video Games, and Dating vs Relationships
    Feb 2 2025
    In this episode Aaron and Alexander analyze two more Reddit stories for applicable insights. They begin with a story of a 17-year-old struggling with her father's constant pranks causing her anxiety. They discuss the importance of emotional and mental safety, creating boundaries, and conscious communication. The second story examines a man's decision to buy a PlayStation and how it affects his relationship due to lack of prior communication. They underscore the importance of managing personal indulgences responsibly within relationships and fostering respectful communication. Differences between dating and romantic relationships are also discussed to give more clarification and structure to what is required for each.
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  • Am I Overreacting? Stories from Reddit covering Gifts, Emotional Cheating & Relationship Roles

    Am I Overreacting? Stories from Reddit covering Gifts, Emotional Cheating & Relationship Roles
    Jan 19 2025
    In this episode Aaron and Alexander analyze real-life scenarios, including whether someone is overreacting for not buying a $25 graduation gift, and how an artist deals with publishing a love poem about an ex within his current romantic relationship. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness, conscious communication, trust, and understanding the lessons learned from past experiences. The conversation also highlights the role of emotions in decision-making and offers strategies for handling personal boundaries and expectations in relationships.
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  • Am I Overreacting? Stories from Reddit covering Boundaries, In-laws, Loyalty & Infidelity

    Am I Overreacting? Stories from Reddit covering Boundaries, In-laws, Loyalty & Infidelity
    Jan 6 2025
    In this episode, Aaron and Alexander explore real-world examples from Reddit threads about a mother-in-law's accidental overdose incident with a child and a wife's disclosure of a sister-in-law's infidelity to highlight the importance of taking responsibility, open communication, and setting healthy boundaries. They emphasize the value of moving past judgment, emotional reactions, and projecting loyalty to achieve relational harmony and personal growth.
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  • Am I Overreacting? Stories from Reddit covering Boundaries, Alcohol and Ultimatums

    Am I Overreacting? Stories from Reddit covering Boundaries, Alcohol and Ultimatums
    Dec 22 2024
    In this episode, Aaron and Alexander explore real-world examples from Reddit threads about navigating emotional boundaries in various situations, such as dealing with a partner's drinking habits and a neighbor's child trespassing on private property. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding underlying emotional issues, maintaining conscious communication, setting healthy boundaries, and leveraging empathy to foster better relations and personal well-being.
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  • Sharing the Work: Exploring 2 examples of real-world challenges where the J.U.S.T. Philosophy Helped

    Sharing the Work: Exploring 2 examples of real-world challenges where the J.U.S.T. Philosophy Helped
    Dec 7 2024
    In this episode of the Wise Whys Podcast, Aaron and Alexander share personal stories to illustrate how the J.U.S.T. Philosophy can be used to handle challenging situations. Alexander recounts an incident involving children in his studio and explains his process for managing emotional reactions and learning from the experience. Aaron shares a story from his bowling league that highlights the importance of considering variables and avoiding black-and-white thinking. The episode emphasizes the importance of daily practice, internal reflection, and the journey towards emotional management and conscious decision-making.
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