It's Not Just The 40 Things To Know By 40 Talking, Pt. 2
Episode 8 of the It's Not Just the Alcohol Talking podcast, hosted by Ryan & Diana, titled "It's Not Just The 40 Things To Know By 40 Talking, Pt. 2" was published on December 14, 2023 and runs 67 minutes.
December 14, 2023 ·67m · It's Not Just the Alcohol Talking
Summary
Dive into the latest episode of 'It's Not Just The Alcohol Talking' with Ryan and Diana as they unveil the second half of their insightful list—'41 Things We Wish We Knew by 40 (or even 20).' Navigating the twists and turns of life, marriage, and the myriad of changes that come with getting older, this dynamic duo uncorks the wisdom and humor that make their podcast unique. Accompanied by the sweet and vibrant notes of Arbor Mist's Strawberry Mango Moscato, join the conversation as they sip, share, and reflect on the journey of womanhood. It's a delightful blend of laughter, introspection, and a touch of fruity Moscato magic. Oh, and here is the whole list: Fuck it all - what is going to happen is going to happen Stop caring what other people think You need to love yourself first and most You don’t have to marry the first guy that asks you It's okay to switch jobs a few times. You don’t have to know what you want to be when you are 20. It's important that you do a hobby or activity that is just for you and makes you happy -invest in yourself Stop apologizing You don’t have to move out of anyones way. Be present in the moment - quit looking at tech all the time It’s important to know your own body and be confident about it. Let go of timelines - overbooking yourself It's ok to say no Your kids don’t have to rule you and your house Things are not always going to be easy You don’t need to seek approval You don’t have to have a good relationship with all of your family It’s ok to choose your own family. Express your feelings and be vulnerable Good friendships are priceless treasures. Old friends are the most precious ones. Less is more Eat the cake, dammit It’s ok to ask for help Don’t forget about your old friends, even if they move away and you don’t talk to them often- tell the people that you love that you love them while you can. Keep your expectations in check Sometimes, it is good to just live day by day instead of planning your whole life. BE KIND It’s the little things that matter in life This, too, will pass for real You are not the center of the universe Let the anger go; it only hurts you Life can change at any second, and so can you! Wooosawwww, that shit - don’t let the negative thoughts outweigh the good ones. Stop overthinking. Learn to accept constructive criticism You do always have a choice - even if you don’t like it Choose happy - laugh more Have lots of sex Spend your money exactly how you want, be prepared and responsible, but do the fun things. You can’t take it with you when you die. Don’t raise your kids to feel like they are entitled to anything Not everyone has to like you, nor will they, and that is ok. It is important to know about adult finances - HAVE LOTS OF SEX
Episode Description
Dive into the latest episode of 'It's Not Just The Alcohol Talking' with Ryan and Diana as they unveil the second half of their insightful list—'41 Things We Wish We Knew by 40 (or even 20).' Navigating the twists and turns of life, marriage, and the myriad of changes that come with getting older, this dynamic duo uncorks the wisdom and humor that make their podcast unique. Accompanied by the sweet and vibrant notes of Arbor Mist's Strawberry Mango Moscato, join the conversation as they sip, share, and reflect on the journey of womanhood. It's a delightful blend of laughter, introspection, and a touch of fruity Moscato magic.
Oh, and here is the whole list:
Fuck it all - what is going to happen is going to happen
Stop caring what other people think
You need to love yourself first and most
You don’t have to marry the first guy that asks you
It's okay to switch jobs a few times. You don’t have to know what you want to be when you are 20.
It's important that you do a hobby or activity that is just for you and makes you happy -invest in yourself
Stop apologizing
You don’t have to move out of anyones way.
Be present in the moment - quit looking at tech all the time
It’s important to know your own body and be confident about it.
Let go of timelines - overbooking yourself
It's ok to say no
Your kids don’t have to rule you and your house
Things are not always going to be easy
You don’t need to seek approval
You don’t have to have a good relationship with all of your family
It’s ok to choose your own family.
Express your feelings and be vulnerable
Good friendships are priceless treasures. Old friends are the most precious ones.
Less is more
Eat the cake, dammit
It’s ok to ask for help
Don’t forget about your old friends, even if they move away and you don’t talk to them often- tell the people that you love that you love them while you can.
Keep your expectations in check
Sometimes, it is good to just live day by day instead of planning your whole life.
BE KIND
It’s the little things that matter in life
This, too, will pass for real
You are not the center of the universe
Let the anger go; it only hurts you
Life can change at any second, and so can you!
Wooosawwww, that shit - don’t let the negative thoughts outweigh the good ones. Stop overthinking.
Learn to accept constructive criticism
You do always have a choice - even if you don’t like it
Choose happy - laugh more
Have lots of sex
Spend your money exactly how you want, be prepared and responsible, but do the fun things. You can’t take it with you when you die.
Don’t raise your kids to feel like they are entitled to anything
Not everyone has to like you, nor will they, and that is ok.
It is important to know about adult finances -
HAVE LOTS OF SEX
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