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Just Being the Joneses
by Boss & April Jones
Welcome to Just Being the Joneses! We are April and Boss Jones. We have been together for 15 years and still going strong. In our relationship, we believe in being open and honest with our thoughts and opinions. There are no discussions we cannot have with each other. Some of those discussions we will share with you. We are here to discuss all things LIFE, FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS in our own unique fashion. What you see is what you get with the Joneses.
Episodes
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S3 E16-The Generational Cycle of Soul Food
Could soul food be a part of a generational tradition that’s making black people sick or sicker. Listen as Boss and April discuss their thoughts about soul food, sickness, and the black community. IG: justbeingthejoneses Website: www.justbeingthejones.com
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S3 E15-Where Are You Getting Your Advice
Some people decide who they will take advice from based on relationship status. Many believe that married couples should not receive advice from single people. Boss and April are diving into this topic but first April quizzes Boss on how much he knows about women. www.justbeingthejones.com IG:...
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S3 S14-Lazy or Self-Care: Delegating Household Responsibilities
While more people are choosing to delegate their household tasks in the name of self-care, some of the older generations refer to it as lazy. Listen in as April and Boss discuss their thoughts about the positive side of hiring help and utilizing services for life balance.
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S3 E13- The Truth About Being Happily Single
There’s a stigma that being single is a bad thing. It’s becoming a rather common thought that people can be happily single. Listen in as Boss and April discuss what being single and content might look like with special guest, Rineta. Website: www.justbeingthejones.com IG: justbeingthejoneses
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S3 E12-Blended Family Woes: Naming the Bonus/Stepparent
Whew! What a touchy subject in so many blended families. April and Boss are talking about if naming the bonus parent should be between the child and the bonus parent or if the feelings of the biological parents should be considered in that process. Website: justbeingthejones.com IG:...
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S3 E11-Why Did I Get Married?
Society and culture can shape the way we view marriage and the reasons why people get married. Listen in as Boss and April weigh in and talk about why they got married.
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S3 E10-Marriage is Just a Piece of Paper?
How many times have you heard the opinion, Marriage is Just a Piece of Paper? Well, maybe sometimes it just might be just that. Listen in as Boss and April weigh in. Website: www. justbeingthejones.com IG: justbeingthejoneses
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S3 E9-Rendering Due Benevolence or Maybe Not
Sex is one of THE most important acts in a relationship. What happens when sex is weaponized though? Listen in as Boss and April discuss. Website: www.justbeingthejones.com IG: justbeingthejoneses
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S3 E8-Happy Wife Happy Life
Many couples live by the mantra, Happy Wife Happy Life, but does his create a heathy relationship? Some like to say ,Happy House Happy Spouse. Let’s dive into what April and Boss have to say. Website: www.justbeingthejones.com IG: justbeingthejoneses
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S3 E7-Over-Giving/Under-Giving
Giving is good and all but when it becomes toxic to you or the people around you boundaries might be just the antidote you need. Listen in as Boss and April give their personal thoughts and experiences about over-giving and under-giving. IG: justbeingthejoneses Website: justbeingthejones.com
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S3 E6- Sorry, Not Sorry
On this episode of JBTJ, Boss and April are talking about if apologies should be kept if they aren’t sincere or if they should be a formality just so someone can feel better. IG: justbeingthejoneses Website: www.justbeingthejones.com
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S3 E5- Parenting Kids with Big Age Gaps
Sometimes you think you are done and then...Boom... You decide to add one more child to the crew. That's the child that's still left behind when all the other children are grown. Parenting can certainly look different when parenting that youngest one than when those younger children were kids.…
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S3 E4-Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from Boss and April! There are so many traditions practiced by many but Christmas traditions are a huge favorite. Listen in as we talk about how we celebrated Christmas growing up and now as a family. IG: @justbeingthejoneses
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S3 E3- Breaking Up is Hard to Do
We know that divorce and even non-marital break-ups can be difficult. On this episode we are discussing some of the things we think we did well at the onset of our divorces from our first marriages and what we think we could have done differently to make the process less difficult. Our website:...
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S3 E2: Supporting Your Partner's Health Goals
In this Tuesday's episode, we'll be talking about how to support your partner's health objectives. It's common knowledge that men often require a nudge to schedule those check-ups, and we could all benefit from a gentle push to keep up with our health goals, like staying active, eating healthier,...
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S3 E1-Don't You Dare Switch Up On Me
Do things change in the relationship after the "honeymoon phase or after years of marriage? Today we are talking about our own recent 15-year marriage anniversary and what may or may not have changed. We are talking about the factors that could contribute to certain changes in a relationship and...
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S2 E20 - Worst and Embarrassing Moments
We have plenty of mishaps to share. Listen in as we share a just a few of our worst dates, travel, cooking experiences and embarrassing work-related experiences. IG- @justbeingthejoneses www.aprilyjonestherapy.com/jbtj
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S2 E19- Therapy is For All of Us
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join Boss and April as they talk mental health awareness and discuss some of their own personal mental health challenges. IG- @justbeingthejoneses YT: justbeingthejoneses Aprilyjonestherapy.com
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S2 E18- Age Ain't Nothing but a Number?
Welcome back to our podcast and thank you for joining us. On this episode we share our thoughts on how we feel about aging and getting older. Follow Us on IG: @justbeingthejoneses Shop our relationship card games www.aprilyjonestherapy.com/shop
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S2 E17 - Little White Lies
At some point, most people have felt it was necessary and acceptable to tell a "little white lie" but at some point, lying becomes unacceptable. April and Boss are talking about lies, lies and mo lies on this episode of Just Being the Joneses. IG: @justbeingthejoneses www.aprilyjonestherapy.com
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S2 E16- Ready for Marriage?
We are joined by Rashad and Danielle Williams in this episode of Just Being the Joneses as we talk about being ready for marriage. We don't know if there is anyone that has been 100% ready for marriage without any fears or even doubts but what makes you sure? Join us as we jump in and share our…
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S2 E15- Moving Through Forgiveness
Today we discuss forgiveness and how it can be an extremely difficult thing to do. Although, it isn't always easy, we want to forgive others with the intention of alleviating ourselves of bitterness, anger, hurt, ruminating thoughts and other undesirable that are weights pressing on us. We share...
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S2 E14- Trust but Verify | Just Being the Joneses
Trust can be a hard thing to rebuild once torn down. In this episode, Boss and April discuss the importance of maintaining trust in your relationships. IG:justbeingthejoneses Website for relationship card games, blog and more... www.aprilyjonestherapy.com/jbtj
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S2 E13- Who Needs a Valentine's Day?
We're Boss and April back with another episode of JBTB. The sweetest month is upon us so let's talk about it. Valentine's Day might be the only day that some couples are spicing things up in their relationship, but should every day be Valentine's Day when you love the one you're with? IG:...
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S2 E12- Your Sex Drive Your Choice
Happy New Year from Boss & April! Just Being the Joneses is back with a new episode chatting about the ups and downs of sex drive between both men and women and the feelings that might come along with being turned down for sex. IG: @justbeingthejoneses www.aprilyjonestherapy.com/jbtj
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S2 E11- Combating Holiday Stress
It's Boss and April, back for another episode. We are talking about combating holiday stress as a couple. We discuss our experiences spending holidays apart due to a military deployment, how to handle being in toxic family environments during the holidays, holiday spending and more. Follow us on...
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S2 E9- The Nasty D Word
It's Boss and April and we are back with another episode of Just Being the Joneses. We're talking about the "D" word on this episode. Some people do everything to avoid it and some people will want it at the drop of a dime. DM us at IG: @justbeingthejoneses New Episodes Every other Tuesday.
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S2 E8- Grow, But Don't Grow Apart
We know how many relationships that are falling apart still have potential to be great and to thrive. On this episode we jump into some of the reasons couples might grow apart and how to reach back toward each other. Boss & April Jones IG: @justbeingthejoneses
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S2 E7 Hey Man, Will You Marry Me?
It's Boss and April back with another episode of Just Being the Joneses. We are talking about proposals and ultimatums. A woman asking a man to marry her or giving him an ultimatum may not be a huge difference. Or is it? Message us on IG @justbeingthejoneses Get Set Me Free: A Journey Toward...
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S2 E6- Love Languages
We're Boss and April and we are back with another episode of Just Being the Joneses where we talk all things life and relationships. On this episode, we are talking about love languages. Also, don't miss our Would You Rather segment. Follow us on IG @justbeingthejoneses and let us know your…
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S2 E5- Long Distance Relationship Pros and Cons
It's April and Boss and we are back with another episode. We are discussing the pros and cons of dating in a long-distance relationship, it's challenges and how we made it work. Follow us on IG: @bossjones4real @iamaprilyolan @justbeingthejoneses Get Set Me Free: A Journey Toward Self-Freedom at...
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S2 E4- Call Me Casper Because I'm Ghosting You.
We are back with another episode of Just Being the Joneses and we are talking about ghosting. Call me Casper because I am out of here with no explanation. Nah, not me but that's a lot of people are ghosting and being ghosted these days. Follow us on IG: @Justbeingthejoneses and let us know if you...
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S2 E3- How Much Say So Do You Have Before Marriage?
On this episode of Just Being the Joneses we are discussing if our mate's opinion matters while dating or if we need to have a ring on it before he gets a say so in how we move, what we wear, etc. Minding our own relationships and leaving others alone and more. Pre-order Set Me Free at...
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S2 E2-Changing For Your Relationship
In this episode we are discussing if it is a bad thing to change for your relationship. Accept me as I am or keep it moving is a firm mindset that many have. This mindset can work for you and against you. visit www.aprilyjonestherapy.com/shop to order a deck of our relationship cards…
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Season 2 Ep 1- Why Buy the Cow?
If he is getting the "milk" free will he buy the cow? Men and women alike might put boundaries on how much they are willing to show up in the relationship until marriage but will doing too much really hinder commitment? Let's discuss.
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Season 1 Ep 18- Positive Generational Changes
Generational and societal changes are not always peaches and cream for everyone. In this episode, we are talking about the positive generational changes. Contrary to all of the negatives floating around in about the younger generations it "ain't" all bad.
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Season 1 Ep 17- The Past is the Past
The past is the past but maybe the past matters sometimes. We are discussing how much of your past should be shared with someone you are dating and soon is too soon to share deep details of your past.
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Season 1 E16- Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child?
We are discussing a hot and heavy topic and we come with some popular and not so popular opinions about discipline. Everyone has their own way of child-rearing but opinions on corporal punishment will more than likely always be debatable. We're jumping right into it.
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Season 1 Ep 15- Balancing Church and Family
We are discussing the importance of balancing church and family. Both are important in many households but can sometimes be difficult to juggle.
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Season 1 Ep 14- Getting Out the House
On this episode, we are talking about time away from your mate. Everybody needs that time away. That is important for a lot of individuals in relationships. Create those "Getting Out the House" boundaries and have fun!
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Season 1 Ep 13- We Gon Fight, But Fight Fair
Most couples are going to argue and that is OK. What matters the most is how you fight and resolve disagreements. Join us with guests Rashad and Danie Williams as we discuss fighting fair.
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Season 1 Ep 12- Parental Relationship Boundaries
This episode we are talking about parental boundaries. Of course, parental boundaries must apply. When it comes to boundaries we do not discriminate. Keeping your relationship intact can be a challenge when parental boundaries are not established and maintained.
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Season 1 Ep 11- Gender Roles (Part 2)
Let's get into this hot topic about gender roles. Again! Who is making up these roles and are we sticking to them or doing what works for us?
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Season 1 Ep 10- Gender Roles (Part 1)
Let's get into this hot topic about gender roles. Who is making up these roles and are we sticking to them or doing what works for us?
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Season 1 Ep 9- Scheduling Sex and Accepting Gifts From Exes
This is a double topic episode. We are talking about scheduling sex, because sometime life is just busy! Plus, for those with generous exes are you accepting those gifts? You might be the ex that is giving them. Either way, we are talking about it today!
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Season 1 Ep 8- Hanging with Other Couples
We love hanging out with other couples, but we maintain a NO DRAMA zone. We are talking about the importance of having other couples as friend but maintaining peaceful relationships with those couples.
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Season 1 Ep 7- Life Regrets, or No?
On this episode we are talking about regrets and life choices. Life is full of choices, and we are going to make some good ones and some bad ones for sure. Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you are going to regret. Or maybe you have no regrets.
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Season 1 Ep 6- Power Struggles and Black Love
We are outside in the streets of Tampa Bay on this episode. This is a double topic discussion. We are talking about the shenanigans of we had going on in the BIG APPLE while on vacation. The POWER STRUGGLE was real yall. Then we jump into that good ol' black love topic. Get our relationship…
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Season 1 Ep 5- Feeling Safe With Your Partner While Building Intimacy
In this episode we are discussing a very important factor in every relationship. Intimacy. Building and Maintaining intimacy in your relationship is not always easy, however, it is necessary for a healthy lasting relationship. Being a safe place for your partner is of the most importance when...
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Season 1 Ep 4- How Did We Get Here and Other Stuff
Our meet up wasn't great but here we are 13 years later killing this marriage thing. In this episode, we talk about how we met, how important friendship is in our marriage and how we put God first.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Just Being the Joneses! We are April and Boss Jones. We have been together for 15 years and still going strong. In our relationship, we believe in being open and honest with our thoughts and opinions. There are no discussions we cannot have with each other. Some of those discussions we will share with you. We are here to discuss all things LIFE, FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS in our own unique fashion. What you see is what you get with the Joneses.
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