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  • Ethical Non-Monogamy 101 - Episode 6.36

    Ethical Non-Monogamy 101 - Episode 6.36
    May 3 2025
    The Check In

    -I’ve spent most of my life in the DMV and I’ve tried to avoid working for the Fedreal government my entire life, and what I’m experiencing is probably the reason why. Everything just takes a very long time. That’s all I’m going to say about it. I’m just basically on hold.

    -I hope that I’ve brought everyone up to speed on how my addiction has always been a part of my life, and how I'm now working to leave it in the past.

    -My daughter is coming to visit later in the month, I’ll see if she wants to jump on the POD. I think that she could really tell me a lot about how she was affected by my addictive behaviors


    The Conversation

    - I've never really been monogamous
    - Having conversations with my Ex-Wife even before we got married, created a safe space for us to grow together.
    - We will start talking about different forms of Ethical Monogamy going forward
    - Recommend everyone read Designer Relationships: A Guide to Happy Monogamy, Positive Polyamory, and Optimistic Open Relationships

    https://a.co/d/b44O8dc



    Esther Perel - So let’s talk about Ethical Non-monogamy.

    Can non-monogamous relationships work?
    Are you in a one sided relationship? Esther P
    https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lAkRmd4yoRQ
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    52 min
  • The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 5.34

    The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 5.34
    May 1 2025
    The Check-in

    -I think that the last two episodes have been kind of heavy. I've been processing my first thirty days and dealing with some relationships the right way. More to come! Things are going well

    -I’ve finally completed all the checks and paperwork for my new position. Should have my starting date soon I’m still practicing patience. The universe will do what the universe will do.

    -So I’m going to wrap up what we’ve been talking about up until now. My addiction. I believe that I’ve been laying down a firm foundation. So at the end we’re going to light some sage and do a smudging ceremony. Clear out some bad energy, and some intentions for the next thirty days.


    Let’s Recap - Let’s talk about the Elephant In the Room - Stigma and Shame

    I think that the most important thing that I received from the last thirty days is my little saying. It’s come to my realization that I feel anxious most of the time and I really don’t know why. I think that I’ve been recognizing it more and that’s been helping a lot.

    -Know your Truth
    -Walk in your Truth
    -Be able to recognize what’s trying to pull you away from your truth
    -That’s the friction - Anxiety

    Video: Addiction: A Story of Stigma, By Scott McFadden
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHiN7JftdcY

    The Stigma of Addiction
    https://medium.com/@calvinopiercejr/the-stigma-of-addiction-7856cbb51387


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    A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast

    #dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420
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    49 min
  • Active Addiction - Episode 5.29

    Active Addiction - Episode 5.29
    Apr 26 2025
    Active Addiction - Episode 5.29

    The Check-in

    -I’m being patient with the onboarding process of my job, they told me this process would be about three weeks and they did not lie. My faith is in the Universe because it always works out one way or another, and I release the outcome to the universe.

    -I’m trying to tighten up my podcast, I feel like I’m going in the right direction, but it feels different, but a good different

    -The one thing I’m looking forward to this summer is the National Cannabis Festival, they hold it here in DC at the RFK stadium every year. Every year I plan to go but I never make it. It’s usually in April, on the 4/20 weekend, but this year it’s on 7/18 and 7/19 and I will be there!.

    -What's up with Shannon Sharpe?

    Let’s get to tonight's conversation - Active Addiction

    Disclaimer - This is going to be a hard one for me, I may get emotional and I may have to skip over some of my points, but we’ll get through it together

    Let’s Define Active Addiction
    What is Active Addiction
    Active addiction is when someone is actively using substances, regardless of the negative consequences. They may be unable to stop on their own and continue to use despite losing their job, home, and family. They may also continue to use despite health problems caused by their addiction. Symptoms of an active addiction include:

    Neglecting responsibilities at home, work, or school
    Using substances in risky situations
    Losing interest in hobbies and activities
    Withdrawing from friends and family
    Isolating from others
    Lying and being secretive
    Experiencing financial problems


    Video - Dean Taraborelli
    Be Recovered: Breaking free from the Disease of Addiction
    https://www.sanctuary.net/about-us/our-team/dean-taraborelli-b-a/


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    A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast

    #dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420
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    54 min
  • The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 4.27

    The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 4.27
    Apr 24 2025
    The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 4.27

    Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander, Praying for his safe return.

    The Check In

    -Life is good! Starting my job soon. All the background checks are done!
    -Check-ins are important for me whether I'm in recovery or not!
    -I'm going to be outside this summer and due to my work schedule my Pod schedule will probably change. Think Saturday Night Live

    The Recap
    -Checked out an Instagram video from blackhomeeducaters of Spirituality
    -Friday's conversation will be about Active Addiction

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    A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast

    #dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420
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    22 min
  • Sprituality - Episode 4.22

    Sprituality - Episode 4.22
    Apr 19 2025
    -Religion versus Spirituality
    -Religion is about control
    -Spirituality is about Growth, Connection and Peace
    -Shared my deconversion story
    -Religions and Rules
    -I personally identify as a spiritual agnostic

    Spreaker
    https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510

    Spotify
    https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM

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    https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos

    A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast

    #dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420
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    1 h et 20 min
  • Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 3.20

    Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 3.20
    Apr 17 2025
    The Wednesday Night Re-Recap Live -Episode 3.20

    -Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander Praying for his safe return

    Check In

    -Accepted a job offer
    -Played a video of an actual polyamorous woman, if it ain't this, it's not real
    -Closed the subject on old relationship. It was my fault
    -Pray for the country, it doesn't look for any of us
    -Polyamorous Spaces aren't always safe
    -Played a great clip of a video of How to really get to know someone. Let them live their truth.

    -Checkout my Pod Partners page, https://www.youtube.com/@LoveStarsWorld

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    A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast

    #dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420
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    39 min
  • Plant Medicines and Recovery - Episode 3.16

    Plant Medicines and Recovery - Episode 3.16
    Apr 12 2025
    Check In

    -I'm afraid for this country. What are we leaving for our children
    -My first girlfriend reached out to me, to remind me that I was piece of shit
    -Birthday is Next Week! I here come, 59!

    Current Events

    -Is Ne-Yo really Polyamorous? Let's discuss! "NO"

    Tonight's Conversation

    -Plant Medicines can be helpful in in your recover
    -Most recovery programs are all about abstinence
    -If you need those programs in your life, GO NOW!
    -Ultimately it's up to you to live your truth
    -More about this on Wednesday's Recap

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    A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast

    #dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420
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    59 min
  • The Wednesday Night Re-Recap Live -Episode 2.15

    The Wednesday Night Re-Recap Live -Episode 2.15
    Apr 11 2025
    -What is your Truth - Let's talk about it

    -Clip from the Grits and Eggs Podcast "Fear of Instability" Ep. 59 "Bet On Yourself"

    Spreaker
    https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510

    Spotify
    https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM

    Youtube
    https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos

    A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast

    #dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420
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    58 min