284: Should I Secretly Test My Kid's Paternity? | Feedback Friday

Nov 29, 2019

Should you secretly test your child's paternity? This thought-provoking dilemma leads to discussions about trust and consequences. A student in the cybersecurity field seeks advice on reviving their stagnant career. The challenges of stammering are addressed, emphasizing support and therapeutic approaches. Listeners learn about the murky world of sextortion scams and the ethics surrounding old passwords. Finally, the importance of clear communication in personal and professional relationships takes center stage.

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Don't Secretly Paternity Test

Don't secretly paternity test your child based on flimsy suspicions.
Instead, rebuild trust with your wife through therapy, addressing the root issues.

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Cybersecurity Career Advice

Seek financial assistance or internships to cover certification costs.
Cybersecurity jobs are in high demand, so leverage your experience and negotiate.

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Stammering and Anxiety

Address stammering and anxiety/depression concurrently through combined therapy.
Treat underlying confidence issues for significant improvement, not just speech.

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While doing a little Facebook stalking recently, you noticed that photos of your wife's ex-boyfriend's youngest look suspiciously like your own youngest. You're thinking about discreetly having your kid take a paternity test, but you're honestly not sure what you'd do if the results confirmed your suspicions. So what should you do? We'll try to help you with this and more on the latest Feedback Friday!

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On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss:

Should you secretly undertake a paternity test on your 11-year old?
You're a cybersecurity student stuck in a career ditch. How do you dig yourself out?
You struggle with stammering. What can you do to find your way through?
How do you sell ideas without getting them stolen?
What does "I'm here if you need anything" actually mean, and how far can you take it?
Threatened by hackers, you wonder: where do old passwords go to die?
Should you report your ex for a visa breach that could get them deported?
How can you get out of spending Thanksgiving with your fiance's family for for much needed "me" time?
Life Pro Tip: Next commute, take time to listen to your car without the radio on. Your ears may pick up on sounds you wouldn't otherwise notice that indicate it's time to take it to the shop.
Recommendation of the Week: Hail Satan?
A quick shout out to Kay for recommending Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator on Netflix!
Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!
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Connect with Jason on Twitter at @jpdef and Instagram at @JPD, join his podcasting club, and check out his other show: Grumpy Old Geeks.

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