Stavvy's World Bonus #162 - Brittany Carney [PATREON PREVIEW]
Jan 8, 2026
Brittany Carney dives into some quirky topics, like Abraham Lincoln's homosocial relationships and the mysteries of cicadas' 17-year cycles. The duo reflect on Japanese cuisine and their contrasting tastes at an art museum. They help callers navigate personal dilemmas, from a stressed grad student relationship to a man debating dog custody amid a divorce. The insights blend humor with tough love, exploring the fine line between self-care and attachment.
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Choose The Dog Or The Break
- Do stop using the dog as an excuse to stay connected to an ex who cheated on you.
- Do choose one outcome: keep the dog or let her have it and cut contact to move on.
Pets As Emotional Leverage
- Realize the dog's role is often symbolic leverage, not true attachment.
- Holding onto the dog can mask a desire to maintain contact and avoid grief.
Anger Hides Attachment
- Notice that anger can mask lingering attachment and vulnerability.
- Recognize that wanting the dog may be a 'pathetic, desperate attempt' to avoid letting go.