Almost 30 Ep. 140 - #ItsMiracleSeason: The Bachelorette’s Eric Bigger on Relationships, The Art of Listening and Diversity in Reality TV
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Aug 16, 2018 Eric Bigger, a former contestant on The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, shares his refreshing insights on relationships and reality TV. He highlights the importance of listening to understand, and discusses being 'emotion rich' versus material wealth. Eric reveals the behind-the-scenes dynamics of dating on TV and reflects on the impact of diversity—or the lack thereof—in the franchise. He touches on commitment's varied meanings and the reality of dating post-show, encouraging a deeper discourse on love and authenticity.
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Shared Birthday
- Eric Bigger and Krista Williams share the same birthday, March 9th.
- Their birth card is the ace of spades, signifying transformation and a balance between material and spiritual pursuits.
Listening to Understand
- Eric Bigger's focus on understanding others can be a challenge in dating.
- He prioritizes listening to understand rather than listening to be understood, which can sometimes feel like an interview.
Grocery Store Encounter
- Eric Bigger met a woman at the grocery store who assumed he played basketball due to his appearance.
- He lied about playing in Turkey, highlighting how people perceive and categorize others based on assumptions.
