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EPISODE · Apr 10, 2026 · 26 MIN

The Kid Inside Us | Why Growing Up Doesn’t Mean Letting Go!

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In this episode of The Garage Mind, we talk about something nobody really prepares you for: the quiet moment when childhood fades and adulthood takes over. When did we stop being kids… and why do we still feel that little kid inside us trying to come out?Born in 1988, I grew up on Saturday morning cartoons, cereal, and theme songs like DuckTales that still get me hyped today. Now I’m a grown man with bills, responsibilities, and a life to manage — but I still believe it’s vital to keep that kid inside alive. From nostalgia, to Disney trips with my wife, to random days where I throw on old shows just to reset my soul, this episode is all about why fun, wonder, and play matter just as much in adulthood as they did when we were young.If you’ve ever felt torn between “acting your age” and still wanting to enjoy the things you loved as a kid, this one’s for you.the garage mind podcast, keep the kid alive, inner child, nostalgia podcast, growing up in the 90s, born in 1988, saturday morning cartoons, ducktales, adulthood vs childhood, staying young at heart, mental health for men, blue collar podcast, bourbon and conversation, life advice podcast, self reflection, nostalgia vibes, 90s kid, disney adult, epcot drinking around the world, podcast for men, motivational podcast, storytelling podcast, garage podcast, long form conversation#TheGarageMind• #InnerChild• #Nostalgia• #GrowingUp• #MentalHealthSupport the Show and Gear Up!Garage Mind Merch: Show your support with our exclusive shirts, hats, and more. Visit our Etsy store to grab yours today!Gear I Use: Enhance your own setup with the tools I trust. Check out my Shure mic, RØDECaster Pro II mixer, headphones, and bourbon glasses. Purchasing through these links supports the show at no extra cost to you.Connect and Follow:The Garage Mind Podcast: Stay updated with our latest episodes by subscribing to our RSS feed.TikTok: Join us for more content on TikTok.Thank you for your support and for keeping the lights on in the garage!

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