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David and Paige Lea are trauma-informed coaches, speakers, and teachers specializing in masculine and feminine polarity. As co-owners of Daring Deeply, they help individuals and couples break free from unhealthy patterns and cultivate deep connections through healing and self-awareness. Their work focuses on empowering people to reconnect with their core energies and experience transformative personal growth.

In this episode of "The Humanity of Fame," host Kali welcomes back David Lea along with his wife Paige to discuss the rise of the "Boy Sober" and "Decentering Men" trends. These movements, popularized on social media, encourage women to focus on themselves by taking a break from romantic relationships. David and Paige explore the importance of healing through introspection, the difference between walls and boundaries, and how true self-care can be enhanced within a healthy relationship.

Key Topics:

• Decentering Men and Boy Sober Movement: Understanding why some women are choosing to "decenter men" from their lives and the benefits and challenges of these movements.
• Boundaries vs. Walls: How to distinguish between setting healthy boundaries and building emotional walls, and why boundaries are essential for healing.
• Masculine and Feminine Polarity: How understanding and healing core energies helps individuals create balanced relationships.
• Self-Care in Relationships: Exploring the idea that personal growth and self-care can be more powerful when pursued within a healthy relationship dynamic.
• Healing Childhood Trauma: The role of unprocessed trauma in shaping how individuals operate in relationships, and how healing this trauma can shift personal energy dynamics.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. What is the Boy Sober movement, and how does it influence women's approach to relationships?
2. How can understanding boundaries and walls help in creating healthier relationships?
3. What role does healing childhood trauma play in developing a balanced relationship dynamic?
4. Why is self-care important in relationships, and how can it be more effective when pursued within a healthy partnership?Suggested Titles:
5. "Decentering Men and the Boy Sober Movement: A Path to Healing?"
6. "Boundaries vs. Walls: Building Healthy Emotional Connections"
7. "How Healing Childhood Trauma Transforms Relationships"
8. "Masculine and Feminine Polarity: Finding Balance in Relationships"

References and Links:

• Connect with David and Paige Lea at: Daring Deeply
• Explore their coaching programs on healing and relationship building: Daring Deeply Programs

Find out more about Kali and the show HERE: https://humanityoffame.com/

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Erick Allen, also known as EA, is a certified alcohol and drug abuse counselor with a mission to uplift individuals, families, and communities through the treatment of addiction and mental health challenges. He is the author of Affirmations for Recovery, a journal designed to help people heal from trauma using affirmations and positive self-talk. Erick has over 20 years of experience in recovery and is dedicated to supporting others on their recovery journey.

EA and I discuss the complexities of addiction and recovery, sparked by the case of Matthew Perry’s tragic death from a ketamine overdose. The conversation covers the ethical and legal responsibilities of drug dealers and medical professionals, as well as the challenges faced by individuals struggling with addiction. Erick shares his personal insights on recovery, addiction as a mental health condition, and the importance of connection in overcoming addiction.

Key Topics:

• Addiction as a Disease: Understanding addiction as a mental health condition and its impact on decision-making.
• Moral Responsibility in Overdose Cases: Exploring the ethical responsibility of drug dealers and doctors in overdose cases.
• The Role of Connection in Recovery: How connection to positive influences, such as family and community, can help combat addiction.
• Recovery Strategies: The importance of affirmations, accountability, and discipline in maintaining sobriety and preventing relapse.
• Relapse as Part of Recovery: Erick highlights that relapse is a normal part of recovery and emphasizes perseverance.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. How can we understand addiction as a disease, and how does it affect a person's ability to make responsible choices?
2. What role do doctors and drug dealers play in overdose cases, and should they be held accountable?
3. How can connection to positive influences help someone recover from addiction?
4. Why is relapse considered a part of recovery, and how can individuals persevere through it?

References and Links:

• Connect with Erick Allen and learn more about his recovery programs: Erick Allen Recovery
• Purchase Erick’s journal Affirmations for Recovery: Amazon Link

Find out more about Kali and the show HERE: https://humanityoffame.com/

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Keshia Rice is a certified dating coach, hypnotherapist, and two-time Emmy-nominated journalist. She runs the coaching program "Cherished Women," which helps successful women attract quality partners while maintaining their values, identity, and femininity. Keshia is also the host of the podcast "Confidently Cherished," where she covers topics like building confidence, attracting ideal partners, and setting healthy boundaries.

Host Kali and guest Keshia Rice discuss the growing trend of "decentering men" and going "boy sober." This movement, popularized on platforms like TikTok, involves women taking a break from dating to focus on self-care and individual healing. The conversation explores the potential benefits and drawbacks of this trend, the role of social media in shaping modern dating experiences, and strategies for re-entering the dating world after a "boy sober" period.

Key Topics:

• Decentering Men and Boy Sober: Understanding the movement where women take a break from romantic relationships to focus on self-care.
• Dating Landscape: How the "boy sober" trend influences dating, particularly for women seeking long-term relationships.
• Impact of Social Media: How the hyper-sexualization of women and the accessibility of dating through apps have led many women to step back from the dating scene.
• The Role of Feminism: Feminism as a choice and the empowerment that comes from deciding when and how to engage in relationships.
• Re-entering the Dating Scene: Practical strategies for easing back into dating after a period of self-reflection and personal growth.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. What is the "boy sober" movement, and how does it influence women's approach to relationships?
2. How can women maintain a healthy balance between self-care and dating?
3. What role does social media play in the decision to take a break from dating and focus on individual growth?
4. What strategies can women use to re-enter the dating scene after taking time off for personal development?

References and Links:

• Connect with Keshia Rice for dating advice: Keshia Rice Website
• Learn more about the "Cherished Women" coaching program: Cherished Women Program
• Listen to Keshia's podcast "Confidently Cherished": Confidently Cherished Podcast

Find out more about Kali and the show HERE: https://humanityoffame.com/