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Why Toxic Relationships Are Hard To Leave

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Leaving any relationship is a hard decision, but walking away from a toxic partner can be more complicated than you’d imagine. Your relationship with this person becomes an addiction. A rollercoaster of highs, lows, and unanticipated emotions! But all the while, it feels comfortable for you. In this episode, Jon and Alex talk with Corrine, who has recently experienced the challenging efforts of leaving a toxic relationship. Follow Corrine Here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast giveittomestraightpodcast Alex IG alexandramadisonn Jon IG jbouffard2 Need advice? Email us! hello@giveittomestraightpodcast.com

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Social Media – The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

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The rise of social media in the early 2000s grew into something none of us could have imagined! But does too much of a good thing become a bad thing? A tool that connects others from across the world also brings people down. In this episode, Jon and Alex talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of social media since becoming content creators. 

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You Don’t Have To Do It Alone Feat. Christie Rocha from Sass Says

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Let’s face it; life is hard. And we can almost guarantee that you are not alone in your struggles. In a world where being independent and self-sufficient is celebrated, it can be hard to accept that you could use a helping hand. In this episode, Jon and Alex talk with their guest Christia Rocha, host of the podcast Sass Says, about the mental health obstacles people struggle with daily. She gives tangible tools and advice on how to seek out a therapist that is the right fit for you and take back time for yourself!

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Exercising Social Etiquette

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It’s easy to assume that everyone knows to say please and thank you or hold the door open, but what about when to put the phone down or why it’s not ok to invite an unexpected guest? In this episode, Jon and Alex discuss social matters that are often overlooked.

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How To Refresh Your Life

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“New Year, New Me!” We’ve all said that phrase, heard that phrase, or at least seen it written as a caption on an Instagram post. Instead of a resolution, many of us simply want a fresh start! But what are we actually doing to refresh ourselves in the New Year? In this episode, Alex and Jon give tips and tangible tools that you can use to start with a clean slate today!

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Reaching Your Goals In The New Year

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And that’s a wrap! 2021 has come to an end, and it has been quite a year! If you’re like most people, you’ve probably been thinking about resolutions and goals you want to hit for 2022. January, we start strong, and then life gets in the way. Our plans hit the backburner. In this episode, Jon and Alex recap 2021 and talk about staying on track with your goals for 2022!

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Preparing For The Holidays And Awkward Family Traditions

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Visiting family for the holidays can be stressful, especially if you’re joining your partner for the first time! Nobody wants to have uncomfortable conversations with family members they hardly know, or worse, join in on awkward traditions. In this episode, Jon and Alex talk about preparing for the holidays before things get weird!

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Changing The Stigma Around Couples Counseling feat. Rory and Anna aka. Mellorlite

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Going to couples therapy can be a proactive tool for a healthy relationship! Most people believe that you can only ask for help when things are bad, but that is far from the truth. This week Alex and Jon chat with fellow husband and wife TikTokers, Anna and Rory (aka. Mellorlite) about the benefits of couples therapy! They’ve teamed up with Actually, an online couples couseling platform, to change the stigma surrounding couples therapy. 

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Can’t Make A Wife Out Of A Hoe – Or Can You?

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Ho! Ho! Ho! It’s the holiday season and we’re diving right into gender stereotypes. 9/10 times women are more harshly criticized and categorized for their sexual history. Most people have a past but does that play a role in their future? In today’s episode, Alex and Jon give their opinions on the popular song lyric.

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Using The Enneagram As A Tool For Life feat. Sydney and Erin From The Enneagram (Non) Experts

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Another personality test? You bet! In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon chat with enneagram experts *ahem*, “non” experts, on all things enneagram. There are 9 enneagram personality types that can be used as a tool to help us gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and the people around us! Sydney and Erin dive deep into how we can use the enneagram to better recognize “why” we are the way that we are.

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