LifeaccordingtoRick

Rick Tejeda
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Thank you for joining LifeaccordingtoRick, I'll be discussing my life and experiences as a single parent, and now as a husband raising a toddler over the age of 40.

  1. 2d ago

    Ep. 50 "Thank you"

    🎙️ EPISODE 50: THANK YOU | 50 EPISODES IN, AND I'M JUST GETTING STARTED Wuz poppin, everybody! Welcome back to Life According to Rick! FIFTY EPISODES! 🙌🏽🔥 Man, when I think about the journey from that first episode to where we are today, it's honestly surreal. In this special milestone episode, I'm taking a moment to reflect on the journey, the lessons, the challenges, and the growth that have come with showing up week after week. What started as an idea I've carried since my single-father days has become something much bigger than I ever expected: my digital journal, a place to document my life, and something meaningful I can leave behind for my family. I'm also showing love to the people who have been part of this journey: my beautiful wife, my children, and every single listener who's taken the time to press play. ❤️ Because at the end of the day, Life According to Rick isn't about chasing numbers or going viral. It's about sharing my experiences, learning along the way, and creating something real. Whether there are 10 listeners or 10,000, I'm going to keep showing up and telling my story. To everyone who's been rocking with me, whether since Episode 1 or you just found the show, THANK YOU. This milestone wouldn't feel the same without you. Fifty episodes down, and we're just getting started! Much love, y'all. ❤️ 📲 Connect with me:Instagram & YouTube: Life According to RickTikTok: LifeAccordingtoRick03 Don't forget to follow the show so you don't miss what's next! #LifeAccordingToRick #Episode50 #Gratitude #PersonalGrowth #PodcastJourney

  2. Oct 30

    Ep. 49 Enjoy the Journey, Not Just Chasing the Destination

    We're always chasing something. The next goal, the next milestone, the next version of ourselves. But what happens when we're so focused on what's next that we forget to appreciate what we already have? In Episode 49 of Life According to Rick, we're talking about ambition, social media comparisons, personal growth, and learning to enjoy the journey while still working toward something bigger. I get personal about my Jordan collection, the things I wanted growing up, the fear that sometimes held me back, and how starting this podcast has helped me become more open and transparent. I also reflect on why giving yourself grace doesn't mean making excuses, and why being proud of your progress doesn't mean you've stopped growing. You can want more out of life without convincing yourself that what you have today isn't enough. As we get closer to 50 episodes of LATR, this conversation hits a little differently. We're still growing, still learning, and still figuring things out. The important thing is not to get so caught up chasing the next milestone that we forget to appreciate the journey we're already on. So the question is: Are you enjoying the journey, or are you just chasing the destination? As always, thank you for spending some of your time with your boy. ❤️🎙️

  3. Oct 23

    Ep. 48 Protecting Them vs. Preparing Them

    Episode 48: Protecting Them vs. Preparing Them As parents, we want to give our children the world. But what happens when protecting them from disappointment keeps them from learning the lessons they need for life? This week on Life According to Rick, we're talking about the difference between giving our kids what they want and teaching them what they need. From Harlem learning that everything can't happen right now, to a full-circle moment involving Lil Ricky, New Balance sneakers, and a lesson Rick didn't fully understand until he became a father himself. We're also getting real about money, social media, keeping up with the Joneses, and preparing our children for responsibilities they won't always be ready to hear about. Because parenting isn't about making sure our kids never struggle. It's about giving them the tools to navigate life when we're not there to do it for them. There's a difference between letting our children experience disappointment and making them feel like they're a disappointment. Let's talk about it. 🎙️ This is Life According to Rick — real life, real parenting, and real conversations. Follow the podcast and join the conversation!

  4. Oct 16

    Ep. 47 Are We Living Or Just Existing?

    Episode 47: Are We Living or Just Existing? What's poppin, everybody! 👋🏽 Have you ever felt like you're just going through the motions? Wake up, go to work, handle your responsibilities, take care of everybody else, go to sleep, and repeat. Before you know it, another week, another month, and another year have passed. In this episode of Life According to Rick, we're talking about how easy it is to get caught up in the routine of life that we forget to actually ENJOY it. Between work, family, responsibilities, and trying to build a better future, we can end up putting ourselves on the back burner and telling ourselves we'll get to the things we want to do eventually. But what happens when eventually turns into years? From Groundhog Day to Click, we're breaking down the routines we fall into, the guilt that comes with doing something for ourselves, and why making time for our own happiness doesn't mean we're neglecting the people we love. Because being responsible is one thing. Becoming so consumed by your responsibilities that you forget to live? That's something else entirely. So here's the question: If your life stayed exactly the same for the next five years, would you be happy with that? Let's talk about it. 🎙️ Tune in, share your thoughts, and remember: we're working hard to build a life, so let's make sure we're actually enjoying it. Follow Life According to Rick on IG and YouTube at LifeaccordingtoRick and on TikTok at LifeaccordingtoRick03.

  5. Oct 9

    Ep. 46 What Men Deal With Silently

    What's poppin! 🎙️ In Episode 46 of Life According to Rick, we're talking about things men deal with silently: the pressure to provide, the guilt of feeling like you're falling short, the emotions we sometimes struggle to express, and the habit of pushing through even when we're running on empty. We talk about fatherhood, accountability, using work as a distraction, and why being strong doesn't mean pretending we're invincible. I'm sharing my own experiences, including the things I'm still learning as a husband, a father, and a man who's trying to become a better version of himself. Because just because you're functioning doesn't necessarily mean you're okay. This isn't about having all the answers. It's about being honest enough to recognize where we need to grow. 💬 Question for you: How much of what you're carrying are you actually talking about, and how much of it are you just trying to push through? Thanks for tuning in, and welcome to the conversation. #LifeAccordingToRick #MensMentalHealth #Fatherhood #PersonalGrowth #RealLife

  6. Oct 2

    Ep. 45 Daddy All Over Again

    Being a dad to a toddler in your 40s is a whole different experience. 😂 In this episode, I’m talking about my little man Harlem — the sweet, funny, superhero-loving kid everybody sees… and the same kid who can have your nervous system at a thousand before 7 AM. From the morning chaos, bath negotiations, arguing over T-shirts, and trying to get out the door, to our “great adventure,” grabbing our “items,” talking basketball and Marvel, and ending the night with a sleepy little “Love you, Daddy.” Parenting is all of it. The frustration. The laughs. The lessons. The proud-Dad moments. And those little moments you know you’re gonna miss one day. This is what fatherhood looks like for me right now. This is Life According to Rick.

  7. Sep 25

    Ep. 44 At What Point Does Convenience Become Dependency?

    Technology has come a long way. From Big Wheels and Nintendo cartridges to dial-up internet, AIM, cell phones, GPS, electronic records, and now AI — I’ve lived through a pretty wild evolution of technology. But somewhere along the way, I started thinking about a bigger question: At what point does convenience become dependency? Technology has made our lives easier in countless ways. We have access to more information than ever, we can communicate instantly, and AI can help us create, learn, organize, and solve problems. But what happens when the things making life easier also make certain skills less necessary? In this episode, I take a trip back through the technology I grew up with and the things we had to figure out for ourselves — and how different life feels now that so much can be done with the click of a button. This isn't about being anti-technology. Hell no. I'm not giving up GPS. 😂 It's about finding the line between using the tool and needing the tool. Because technology is supposed to make our lives easier… not make us forget how to live them. Welcome to Episode 44 of Life According to Rick. Follow Life According to Rick: IG: @LifeAccordingtoRick YouTube: LifeAccordingtoRick TikTok: LifeaccordingtoRick03

  8. Sep 18

    Ep. 43 Marriage With a Threenager: Send Help

    What happens to your marriage when you go from being husband and wife to Mom and Dad… and then your kid turns three and decides they run the house? 😂 In this episode of Life According to Rick, I’m joined by my wife, Julez, for a conversation about what marriage really looks like while raising a threenager. We talk about how our relationship has changed since having Harlem, finding time for each other when life is already nonstop, date nights, parenting styles, communication, marriage counseling, and why sometimes sitting on the couch together in silence is enough. We also get into the importance of actually making an effort to stay connected—whether that means going out, planning a day date while the kid is at school, or turning the living room into your own little date night when the village isn't available. And of course… we had to talk about whether we're having another baby. 👀😂 No marriage advice. No pretending we have it all figured out. Just me and my wife talking about what we're learning, what we're working on, and what it's like trying to keep our marriage strong while raising a threenager. Because marriage doesn't die when the kids come. Life just changes. #LifeAccordingToRick #Marriage #Parenting #Threenager #Fatherhood

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Thank you for joining LifeaccordingtoRick, I'll be discussing my life and experiences as a single parent, and now as a husband raising a toddler over the age of 40.

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  • Creator
    Rick Tejeda
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rick Tejeda
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