This chapter discusses a listener's emotional turmoil following the sudden disappearance of a man she was connecting with, shedding light on common vulnerabilities in dating. It emphasizes the importance of understanding others' actions as reflections of their own issues rather than personal rejections, advocating for self-reflection and acceptance. Additionally, it explores the complexities of vulnerability in relationships and the valuable lessons that can arise from even brief connections.
Your wife's dementia diagnosis at 43 has turned your world upside down. How do you care for her while preserving your sanity? Welcome to Feedback Friday!
And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!
On This Week's Feedback Friday:
- Your wife was diagnosed with behavioral variant frontotemporal dementia at 43, causing major personality changes. She now has delusions and aggression towards you. As her caregiver and husband, how do you cope with this devastating situation while maintaining your own well-being?
- You're a 31-year-old woman who's never dated before. You recently connected with a guy over intellectual discussions, but he suddenly cut off contact as you were preparing to move away. How do you process this confusing experience and move forward?
- You run a multi-million dollar tech startup and have encountered various scams, including a suspicious investment offer and fake job applicants. How do you protect your company from these threats while still pursuing growth opportunities? [Thanks to former FBI special agent Kevin Barrows and former FBI Behavioral Analysis Program head Robin Dreeke for helping us with this one!]
- Jordan explains his cosleeping arrangement with Jen and and their two young children. What led them to choose this unconventional setup, and what advice does he have for other parents considering cosleeping?
- Recommendation of the Week: TableTopics
- You're dealing with a messy divorce involving child support disputes and potential perjury by your ex-wife. Do you pursue legal action that could seriously affect her, or take the financial hit to maintain a civil co-parenting relationship? [Thanks — once again — to attorney Corbin Payne for helping us answer this one!]
- Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!
- Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.
- Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.
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