Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"Don't let anyone ruin your fucking Christmas or your New Year's daddy gang like fuck them don't let it happen we cannot control others but we can do is control ourselves in our reactions and I feel like if you can get to a zen-ass place where you realize nothing can ruin my holiday this year it's my holiday I'm gonna enjoy Christmas I'm gonna enjoy New Year's and I will address reality on January 2nd" — Alex
"I actually truly believe especially if in your you're in your 20s that there is so much to uncover about yourself and to explore and I think sometimes we go into therapy and we talk about the things that are pressing issues and that are on our mind and our day-to-day and I don't know if we dive enough into our childhood" — Alex
"Find what makes you happy and that's all that fucking matters." — Alex
The host begins by acknowledging a period of intense work and personal exhaustion following a tour, contrasting it with a desire for personal downtime. She discusses the upcoming holiday season, expressing a desire to enjoy the festivities without the pressure of resolving family issues, advocating for a strategy of deferring confrontations until the New Year. This leads into a reflection on holiday traditions, specifically the timing of decorating for Christmas, and the importance of personal space and comfort during family gatherings.
The conversation then shifts to personal well-being, with the host candidly admitting to a struggle with consistent exercise and its impact on her mental health. She shares her preference for comfort and relaxation over the perceived benefits of working out when stressed, highlighting the difference in coping mechanisms between herself and her partner. The host also touches upon the experience of therapy, noting a plateau in addressing pressing issues and exploring the idea of delving deeper into childhood memories and self-discovery as a way to continue personal growth.
Finally, the episode addresses a listener's question about adjusting social habits after marriage, with the host validating the feeling of wanting to socialize less and the importance of prioritizing personal comfort and one's primary relationship. She emphasizes that societal expectations around social engagement should not dictate individual happiness and encourages listeners to find what genuinely brings them joy, whether that's staying home or engaging in activities that feel fulfilling. The overarching theme is the empowerment of individual choice and the setting of personal boundaries for overall well-being.