We Can Do Hard Things Pet Peeves: What Do Our Biggest Annoyances Say About Us? (Best Of)
May 3, 2025
The hosts dive into their biggest pet peeves, revealing fascinating insights about themselves. Glennon shares her disdain for noise pollution in public spaces, while Abby candidly discusses the challenges of being a bonus parent with no personal space. Amanda expresses her allergy to the word 'fine' and vows to stop using the phrase 'I didn’t have time.' Together, they explore how these annoyances reflect deeper emotions and societal norms, creating a relatable and humorous take on everyday frustrations.
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Loud Public Phone Calls Annoy Glennon
- Glennon Doyle experiences deep annoyance from loud conversations in public spaces, especially loud phone calls made by men.
- This noise intrusion feels like an auditory slap, disrupting her peace and focus.
Half-Conversation Brain Drain
- Hearing half of a conversation triggers the brain's need for closure, causing frustration.
- 'Half a log' conversations in public hijack your mental energy trying to fill in missing information.
Abby Wambach's Boundary Struggles
- Abby Wambach struggles with lack of personal boundaries as a stepmother, especially kids borrowing clothes and personal items without asking.
- This has led to a loss of dignity and a shift to accepting chaos in her home life.