21. Quit Playing Dumb

Why do people do things they know are wrong and then try to rationalize their actions? In this episode, Jon and Alex examine the consequences of a partner knowingly crossing the line with another man, the problem with flirting in the workplace, how jealousy can put an irreparable rift between you and your partner, and when your best friend’s husband goes from liking your photos to getting physical. Submit your questions here! (00:00) Intro (10:26) Saving Money When Planning Your Wedding (13:33) Balancing Different Sleep Schedules (16:04) So When Are You Having Kids? (18:41) Dealing With The Neighbors Terrible Kids (22:30) Inviting An Old FWB To A Family Funeral Isn’t A Good Idea (27:02) How Do You Tell Your BFF That Her Husband Is Coming On To You? (30:24) Is Flirting In The Workplace Harmless? (37:42) Jealousy Will Be The End Of Your Relationship (41:46) Is It Ever Ok To Give Your Number To A Guy If You’re Engaged? (51:13) You Could At Least Get My Name Right (53:23) Icks Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Why do people do things they know are wrong and then try to rationalize their actions? In this episode, Jon and Alex examine the consequences of a partner knowingly crossing the line with another man, the problem with flirting in the workplace, how jealousy can put an irreparable rift between you and your partner, and when your best friend’s husband goes from liking your photos to getting physical. Submit your questions here! (00:00) Intro (10:26) Saving Money When Planning Your Wedding (13:33) Balancing Different Sleep Schedules (16:04) So When Are You Having Kids? (18:41) Dealing With The Neighbors Terrible Kids (22:30) Inviting An Old FWB To A Family Funeral Isn’t A Good Idea (27:02) How Do You Tell Your BFF That Her Husband Is Coming On To You? (30:24) Is Flirting In The Workplace Harmless? (37:42) Jealousy Will Be The End Of Your Relationship (41:46) Is It Ever Ok To Give Your Number To A Guy If You’re Engaged? (51:13) You Could At Least Get My Name Right (53:23) Icks Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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