Meet Jared. Oxytocin, direct communication, and clear boundaries. (Ep.31)

Pushing Past Polite

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On Episode 31, we have our first actual guest! Our dear mutual friend Jared joins us and shares so much wisdom - from why men need longer hugs to what it feels like to be an autistic man interacting in a predominantly allistic society. Kori and Laura start off singing some Flo Rida because sometimes it takes them a few moments to focus, and then we do a quick holiday check in. Once we talk through how we’re tackling wrapping gifts, the gals share their experiences with Jared and then let him introduce himself to you all. Conversation topics include the inclination for white folks to have more exclusionary circles over time, the concept of weaponized mass envy brought on by social hierarchies (see: white supremacy), the megaphone and the whispers of hateful policy, the importance of validating individuals’ experiences, the magic of good communication (with paraphrasing and active listening). We then shift to asking Jared what’s on his mind, given his intersectional identities as an autistic, gay, white man looking ahead to 2025. Unsurprisingly, we touch on politics, and Jared warns us to avoid the temptation to vilify large swaths of folks, drawing on experiences he’s had visiting Texas. He encourages us instead to get brave and have conversation - even if it’s awkward - to try to bridge divides. And please listen out for his love language that Kori and I want to put on mugs, sweatshirts, and socks. Y’all, we just know you’ll love him like we do.

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