Embrace The Suck

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the chaotic pool of modern dating—where love has become a swipe, loyalty is on life support, and trust is hiding behind an Instagram filter. i breaks down how social media fantasies, dating app culture, hookup trends, and society’s obsession with bodies and bank accounts have created a dating scene that feels more like a Black Mirror episode than a love story.Whether you’re LGBTQI, straight, monogamous, poly, or “it’s complicated,” this brutally honest and hilariously relatable solo deep-dive will make you laugh, reflect, and maybe even rethink your next late-night DM.We’ll unpack:The unrealistic expectations social media pushes on all of usWhy dating apps feel more like meat markets than matchmakingHow hookup culture and friends-with-benefits are replacing real relationshipsThe rise of body dysmorphia and why “hot” is now the new “worthy”Why emotional depth is losing to material flexingAnd how trust, marriage, and monogamy are becoming endangered conceptsIt’s smart, it’s funny, and it’s the kind of conversation you didn't know you needed—but won’t stop thinking about after. Tune in and let’s get real about the state of love in 2025.

Welcome to the premiere episode of the show! We’re diving headfirst into something we all face—negativity. Whether it’s coming from friends, family, relationships, co-workers, or even from within ourselves, negativity is everywhere.In this episode, I break down what negativity really is, how to identify it, deal with it, and most importantly—how to separate yourself from it. We talk about setting boundaries, protecting your peace, and creating a healthier, more empowering atmosphere around and within you.Just because life has negative moments doesn’t mean you have to carry that energy. We also touch on how to flip negative situations into fuel for growth—and why this season of life is about stepping into your PRIVATE ERA.Listen in, let it hit, and if this resonates with you—share it with someone who needs to hear it. This space is all about healing, growth, and leveling up together."just cause its dark, doesn't mean you have to live in it, the light will shine through if you open the shades"link.me/itscristianmichael

Just a intro into the podcast and what it entails and some backdrop on me and why i decided to create this podcast.