Magnetic Mismatch

Counting Our Blessings - Episode 41

As 2020 comes to an end, we are reminded of the fragility of life and the importance of holding onto our loved ones and squeezing them tight every chance we get because nothing is guaranteed. To say that this past year has been heartbreaking and challenging would be an understatement, but we believe that this year has also given us the gift of truly learning to count our blessings for every thing and every one that we have in our lives. In this episode, we reflect on how much we've grown throughout this quarantine, whether it's learning how to cut hair, honing our cooking skills, practicing a healthier lifestyle through better eating habits and exercise, strengthening our marriage and relationship with friends and family, or taking up things we never would have otherwise ever had the courage to try.

 

We are truly grateful to all of our listeners and supporters throughout this podcast journey so far. We count our blessings every day that we are fortunate enough to have the opportunity to share our stories and experiences and connect with you on a deeper level. Thank you so much, we hope you keep listening and we look forward to creating more content for you soon.

Would You Relocate To Another Country - Episode 42

Have you ever traveled to a place and just absolutely fell in love with the people, culture, food and everything about it? We definitely have many times over the years and even fantasized about moving there permanently, but somehow it just never seemed to work out into reality. In this episode, we play around with the idea of uprooting our entire lives to relocate to a different country and really weigh the pros and cons. Are there valid reasons like family, career, etc that keep us here or are we simply afraid of the unknown or that we're making a mistake and won't truly be happy if we move? Join us in this fun episode as we think out loud and seriously consider the idea of leaving the comfort of our bubble to go on an adventure of a lifetime.

Can Men And Women JUST Be Friends - Episode 43

Can men and women really just be friends or is it a recipe for disaster and drama? We’ve definitely seen people on both sides of this question, and in this episode we think out loud about our view on the potential benefits and downsides of having friends of the opposite sex especially when it comes to someone in a committed relationship. 

 

Privacy And Boundaries In Marriage - Episode 44

Have you ever been so comfortable with someone that you don't mind burping and farting around them with absolutely no shame? Yep, you must either be married or in a long term relationship! What about using the bathroom with the door open, eating your partner's leftovers without their permission or snooping through their smart phones and devices? Yea, we've definitely been there too, but we also recognized that even though we know each other so well and are comfortable being ourselves, we still have our own needs for space as individuals.

Join us for a fun episode where we talk about the importance of respecting each other's privacy and setting boundaries in marriage and relationships. 

How To Be An Adult - Episode 45

Do you remember how when you were just a teenager growing up and you just couldn't wait to become an adult already? Ya, sure you did, fantasizing about living on your own, being able to binge on junk food, staying up as late as you want, playing video games and hanging out with your friends all day, without anyone telling you what to do or a care in the world. Definitely sounds like living the dream right? Except that when you actually graduate into adulthood, many of us weren't really prepared or equipped with the right tools and knowledge.

If only someone had warned us about all the things that come with "adulting", yucky things called "responsibilities" such as finding a job, doing your own laundry, cooking, paying your own bills, managing your finances, etc. On the one hand maybe we could have avoided so many painful mistakes throughout our adulthood, but on the other hand those lessons that we learned are what made us stronger and shaped who we are today.

And although many times it may seem that our peers and other people have it all figured out, that's just simply not the case. The truth is that no matter what stage of life we are in, we will never have it all figured out, but we become more clear about who we are and what we want our life to be.

The reality is that there really is no handbook or instruction manual to tell you exactly what you should do when it comes to being an adult. The beauty of life is in gaining wisdom through your own personal experiences and growing as a person to become the best version of you.

We are still learning and have plenty more mistakes to make. However, we hope that through sharing our own stories, you can use them as a guide to build and improve your own personal journey throughout your adulthood. 

Friends With Your Ex - Episode 46

Is it a good idea to stay friends with your ex? What if it was a toxic relationship, would you be justified in cutting that person out of your life completely? What if it was actually a great relationship that just didn't work out? What if you have children together? Is there a middle ground?

We don't think it's an easy answer because it really depends on a lot of different things including the length of the relationship, how integrated this person is into your social circle, are you both a part of the same organizations like work or church, etc. 

Join us in our discussion as we weigh the pros and cons of whether or not you should stay friends with your ex, it's going to be a spicy one!

Social Etiquette and Dating - Episode 47

Are there unspoken rules when it comes to dating? Do you think there is a certain social etiquette that we should hold people accountable to in general, but especially in dating?

In this episode, we share our views on ghosting your date, showing up late, table manners, taboo conversation topics, using your phone during dinner and other things that might crush your chances for a second date. At the end of the day, we do believe that dates should be a fun way to get to know someone and it's important to be authentic, but we also think it's a smart idea to behave with a certain etiquette so that you can make the best impression possible. 

You'll probably be nodding your head or yelling out loud in agreement throughout this episode because you've experienced some of these things before too, so get comfortable and come join us for some good laughs and a great time!

Living With In Laws - Episode 48

Would you ever consider living with your in laws? Is it a great idea or is it a recipe for disaster? If you’re married or in a serious relationship, the question has probably crossed your mind a few times before. How would living with in laws impact your marriage? Would you kick your parents out if things didn’t work out? Talk about a role reversal!

Come join us in this hilarious episode as we have a blast laughing and brainstorming out loud about what we would do with our parents. We talk about everything from arguments, snooping, micromanaging, setting boundaries, privacy, walking around in our underwear to grab a snack in the middle of the night and more! 

 

 

Gender Roles In Society - Episode 49

Have you ever wondered about how gender roles fit into today's society? Do they still have a place in modern times, especially given the movements toward greater equality amongst women's rights?

In this episode, we ponder about why we still attach certain tasks and activities to a specific gender and where it might stem from even as adults. Through our conversation, we also talk about some of the traditional gender roles that we still enjoy and some that we think may be outdated. 

 

Is Chivalry Dead - Episode 50

Is chivalry really dead? Does it still have a place in modern times even without damsels in distress? Whether it's holding the door for someone, helping carry groceries or even kissing a lady's hand, we wonder about the motive and intent behind each action. Are you pulling my chair out because you really want to or are you doing it with the expectation of getting something in return?

Grab your favorite drink and come hang out with us in this episode as we chat about chivalry in today's standards, hilarious stories about our experiences with chivalry as a married couple and which chivalrous acts we're ok with keeping.

 

0:00 Intro snippet

1:16 Welcome banter

3:31 Start of topic

6:03 Background on chivalry

8:00 Chivalry today

15:17 Getting kidnapped

22:00 Creepy hand kissing

25:07 Will exposes himself

28:30 Short people problems

34:44 Giving up your seat

39:18 Being taken advantage of

45:58 Intent, motive & rejection

49:56 Takeaways & lessons learned