• Relationships, Resilience, and the Role of Gratitude: Insights from Jeff and Shirlee
    Sep 3 2024

    Summary:

    In this conversation, Jeff and Shirlee discuss various topics, including Jeff's new book, 'How to Date a Caveman,' his journey of self-discovery, and the challenges of dating over the age of 50. They also touch on their thoughts about politics and their current lives. The conversation is light-hearted and meandering, with moments of humor and personal reflection.

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    2 hrs and 41 mins
  • Making Choices, Keeping Promises: Jeff and Shirlee Reflect on Personal Evolution
    Aug 26 2024

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    In this conversation, Jeff and Shirlee discuss various topics including politics, abortion, economic mobility, relationships, and personal challenges. They express their frustrations with the political climate and lack of common sense in politics. They also discuss the importance of choice and autonomy in women's health decisions. Jeff shares his experiences with dating and the importance of being cautious and making informed decisions. They also touch on the impact of tariffs on the economy and the concept of distributed manufacturing. Jeff reflects on the challenges of being still and the importance of gratitude. He also shares his decision to withdraw from school temporarily and the feelings of letting God down. In this conversation, Jeff and Shirlee discuss the concept of comfort and how it has changed for them over time. They reflect on the importance of keeping promises to oneself and the impact it has on building trust with others. Jeff shares his experience of finding validation and pride in his work, as well as the satisfaction of receiving gratitude from clients. They also touch on the role of birth control in relationships and the challenges of finding meaningful connections. Overall, the conversation explores personal growth, self-reflection, and the pursuit of happiness.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Blue Moon Memories: Reflecting on Family, Forgiveness, and the Future
    Aug 20 2024

    Summary

    In this episode of Conversational Healing, Jeff Johnson reflects on a past New Year's Eve that coincided with a full blue moon. He shares his memories of that night, including buying a telescope to observe the moon, hosting a party in his apartment, and unexpected encounters with strangers. Jeff also discusses his strained relationship with his daughter and expresses his hope for reconciliation in the future. He emphasizes the importance of living in the present and being over past grievances before attempting to reconcile.

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    25 mins
  • "From 'I Appreciate You' to 'I'm Proud of You': Words That Matter in Relationships"
    Aug 15 2024

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    In this conversation, Jeff and Shirlee discuss various topics, including the weather, Jeff's new job, and their experiences with dating. Jeff reflects on the changes in what he wants to hear from a woman compared to when he was younger. They also discuss the challenges of online university and the importance of effective communication in relationships. They explore the top things women over 50 want to hear from a man, such as appreciation, love, and trust. They also discuss the top things men want to hear from a woman, including respect and appreciation. The conversation explores the top 10 things men and women over 50 want to hear from their partners. For women, the top three are 'I appreciate you', 'I love you just the way you are', and 'Your opinion matters to me'. For men, the top three are 'Thank you for everything you do', 'I love how you handle challenges', and 'I'm proud of you'. The conversation also touches on the importance of feeling safe, enjoying time together, and trying new things in a relationship.

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    55 mins
  • Olympics, Road Trips, and New Adventures: A Humorous Chat with Jeff and Shirlee
    Aug 12 2024

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    In this conversation, Jeff and Shirlee catch up on their week and discuss various topics, including the Olympics, AI-generated photos, their past road trips, and their plans for future road trips. In this conversation, Jeff and Shirlee discuss various topics including sports, Jeff's new job, and their outdoor movie setup. Jeff talks about his lack of interest in sports and his preference for being able to walk around rather than being confined to an RV. They also touch on Jeff's new job as a community health worker and his excitement about having his own office. They share their experiences with setting up an outdoor movie screen and projector, and Jeff reminisces about his time working in Albania. Overall, the conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor.

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    45 mins
  • From Marshmallow Trees to Meaningful Moments: Jeff and Shirlee's Stories
    Jul 19 2024

    In this conversation, Jeff and Shirlee discuss various topics including gratitude, hope, and their past experiences. They also touch on the importance of having a partner and the role of women in shaping boys' behavior. The discussion covers various topics including relationships, personal growth, and the importance of gratitude. They also share a heartwarming story about a marshmallow tree tradition. The conversation highlights the need to prioritize self-care and enjoy pleasurable experiences without guilt. They emphasize the importance of letting go of material possessions and focusing on what truly matters in life.

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    58 mins
  • Jeff’s Exciting Chat with Kim: Travel Tales and Embracing Life to the Fullest!
    Jul 13 2024

    Summary:

    Kim shares her experiences traveling in American Samoa and Bali. She talks about the relaxing and adventurous activities she did in Bali and the affordability of the trip. Kim also discusses her plans to return to Bali for a longer stay and her desire to write a book. She mentions the cultural experiences she had, such as attending ceremonies and interacting with locals. The conversation also touches on the topic of being still and finding peace in different ways. Kim talks about her decision to travel to Australia and New Zealand, her experiences in Australia, including renting a van and exploring different places, and her time in New Zealand, where she saw glow worms and had a profound experience. She also discusses her shifting mindset and openness to being in a relationship, as well as her future plans for van life or potentially settling down in a cabin in the woods. In this final part of the conversation, Kim discusses her cautious approach to trying new things and her concerns about addiction. They briefly talk about beer and wine preferences. Kim reflects on her time in American Samoa and advises future travelers to plan ahead and contact the visitor center for accommodation options. They discuss the upcoming trip to Hawaii and Kim's desire to hike to the highest point. Jeff shares his experiences in Hawaii and recommends exploring the waterfalls. They talk about the importance of living life to the fullest and not letting fear hold you back. Kim mentions her future travel plans in the US and her participation in a boat race in Wisconsin. The conversation ends with Jeff expressing admiration for Kim's adventurous spirit and encouraging listeners to follow her journey on social media.

    Kim: @muon2020

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Navigating Trust in Relationships: Insights from Jeff, Shirlee, Brenda, and Kim
    Jul 7 2024

    Summary:

    The conversation begins with introductions and banter between the host, Jeff, and his guests, Shirlee and Brenda. They discuss the topic of trust, specifically in the context of dating. Brenda shares her experience with online dating and how people often present a different persona online. Jeff and Shirlee talk about their own perspectives on trust and how it can be earned or lost. They also discuss the importance of trusting one's own instincts and the challenges of trusting others. The conversation touches on the evolutionary aspect of trust and the desire for companionship. Kim, another guest, joins the conversation and shares her perspective on trust and how she doesn't let past experiences affect her ability to trust others. The conversation touches on the topics of relationships, physical touch, trust, spirits, and intuition. Brenda shares a personal experience of smelling her late husband's cologne in her truck, which she believes was a sign from him. Kim discusses her belief in God and Jesus as her spirit guides. Jeff talks about his spirit guides and the importance of trusting his intuition. The conversation also includes lighthearted moments discussing chocolate port wine and finding joy in creative pursuits. The conversation explores the concept of trust and its connection to self-esteem. It is suggested that trust in others is rooted in trust in oneself, and that low self-esteem can hinder trust. The importance of vulnerability and openness in building trust is highlighted through personal anecdotes. The conversation also touches on the themes of intuition, finding stillness, and the need for self-care. The discussion concludes with the realization that trust ultimately comes from within and is influenced by one's own perception and self-worth. In this conversation, the participants discuss the relationship between self-esteem and trust. They explore how low self-esteem can lead to a lack of trust in oneself and others. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries and having standards in relationships. The conversation highlights the need for self-reflection and self-improvement in order to build healthier relationships. Overall, the participants emphasize the importance of feeling good about oneself and having high self-esteem in order to establish trust and healthy connections with others.

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    1 hr and 19 mins