The Brief Dive

What are the F's of life? And what can we do to improve them? This episode features my close friend Anu, a content creator, real-estate Investor, video editor, and college dropout (by choice of course). Enjoy the conversation as we dive into the F's of life. In here, we taste-test Hot Dog chips and talk about Family, Fitness, Finance, and Friends. If you don't prefer listening, it's recommended that you go check out the subtopic videos on the YouTube channel! Link down below! YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast?si=3viOv0iXGRkeKMNw Instagram: @thebriefdive Email: thebriefdive@gmail.com Disclaimer: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.

Was there ever a significant time in your life when you changed completely? In this episode, I'm joined by my long-time friends Esaias, Balem, and Nat. Sit back and listen as we talk about the general topic of change, beards, quarantine, relationships, cooking, and so much more. Watch the Video Version of this episode on YouTube: The Brief Dive Podcast | https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos Email: thebriefdive@gmail.com Instagram: @thebriefdive Disclaimer: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.

THE OBSESSION BEHIND CREATION | JusCallMeShoots on Art, Culture & IdentityIn this episode, we dive into the mind of Yonáthan, an Ethiopian creative whose work spans photography, directing, and magazine contributions for Reebok, Ralph Lauren, Telfar, and artists like Summer Walker and Smino. At just 23, Yoni has already made waves globally, but what truly sets him apart is how he weaves culture, identity, and vision into every project.We unpack the obsession, discipline, and purpose behind his creativity, exploring what it takes to stay authentic in a world that constantly tests artists. From balancing Ethiopian cultural expectations to forging a unique artistic voice, Yoni shares the inner workings of his creative process, the challenges of criticism and social media, and the moments that define his journey.If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to turn vision into something meaningful, how culture shapes creativity, or how obsession can both fuel and challenge an artist, this conversation is for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Yoni's Socials:TIKTOK:https://www.tiktok.com/@juscallmeyoni?_t=ZP-90gWUu33X4A&_r=1INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/juscallmeyoni?igsh=MXNreXI0ZjRsdzQ3dg==https://www.instagram.com/juscallmeshoots_?igsh=dmduMndjbjZmeWZwYOUTUBE:https://youtube.com/@juscallmeyoni?si=z8gYmDjWkNFIX1FZTimestamps:00:00 Preview0:30 Intro2:21 How You First Got Into Photography/Videography9:25 The Importance Of Credibility11:00 Did You Idea Of Creativity Change Compared To Before?12:00 The Secret Step-By-Step Process15:20 This Will Separate You From Other Creators19:15 Have You Lost Your Vision When You Work With People?24:20 These Tend To Be The Easiest Clients25:20 Have You Ever Been Scared During A Shoot?30:00 Getting Backlash From The Habesha Community42:20 How To Protect Your Energy/Creativity50:20 The Secret Word53:20 How You Make Your Clients Comfortable59:15 Feeling Pressure To Represent Where You're From?1:07:15 How Is Being A Creator In The DMV?1:10:10 Treating Your Work As A 9-51:13:30 What Font Do You Speak?1:19:45 Have You Ever Been Addicted To Your Work?1:22:21 Is Your Work A Representation Of You?1:27:49 Film School VS YouTube1:32:27 Who You Should Get Your Advice From1:33:50 Advice You'd Give Your Younger Self1:37:30 Protecting Your Peace1:38:50 What Is Your Dream Project?1:40:10 Outro

TikToker Reveals Why AUTHENTICITY Is DYING in a World Obsessed With PERFECTIONIn this episode, we dig into what it really means to be authentic in a world obsessed with filters and curated feeds, exploring why genuine connection feels so rare and why staying true to yourself matters more than ever. I’m joined by Solania, an Ethiopian TikToker from the DMV with over 65,000 followers, known for her unfiltered mix of humor, faith, and genuine storytelling.Together we unpack how she keeps her voice real on a platform built for perfection, the moments that tested her transparency, and why embracing your true self can be both freeing and challenging.Along the way we dive into big questions: why we care so much about others’ opinions, how parents and culture shape (and sometimes stifle) our identity, the role of nonchalance and emotional honesty, and how social media can both inspire and damage our sense of self.If you’ve ever felt pressure to fit in, wondered whether authenticity is harder for men or women, or questioned how culture and faith tie into staying genuine—this conversation is for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Solania's Socials:TIKTOK:https://www.tiktok.com/@iamsoliyana?_t=ZT-90AxO0qUEjV&_r=1INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/iamso_lanya?igsh=MTZyemt5MWN5dXprNQ==Timestamps:00:00 Preview0:23 Intro1:47 What Does Authenticity Mean?3:01 Why Are We Running Low On Authenticity?4:33 Why Do We Actually Care About What People Think?8:20 Losing Yourself In Fitting In11:50 How Parents Tie Into It13:50 Why Habeshas Are Afraid Of Being Themselves21:00 Why Do We Care About What Our Parents Think?24:40 Surrounding Yourself With These Type Of People29:40 The Only Question You Need To Ask Yourself33:20 Is It Harder For Men Or Women To Be Authentic?38:40 Why Are We Being Nonchalant?43:30 "Cut That Rope"45:09 Emotions=Authenticity?49:38 The Secret Behind True Authenticity54:00 Examples We See On Social Media56:13 "Griefing" An Experience58:00 Losing Ourselves In Authenticity?1:02:30 This Damages Your Spirit!1:04:18 How Culture Affects Authenticity/Identity1:32:58 Graphic Videos And Desensitization1:38:25 The Power Behind Showing Your Struggles1:42:20 How Can We Live An Authentic Life?1:45:45 Outro

In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Zebilon to unpack a question that’s been stirring up group chats: princess treatment OR the bare minimum???But before we get deep, we spiral into a hilarious side convo — from whether getting carried out of a burning building by a firefighter man would bruise our egos… to if using an umbrella makes you less of a man.Then we dive into the nitty-gritty of modern relationships — what’s expected, what’s extra, and what’s just common decency. We get honest about gender roles, social media pressure, and the blurry line between romantic gestures and basic respect.If you’ve ever been accused of expecting too much, doing too little, or just want to hear two cousins roast each other while actually saying something real — this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps:00:00 Intro1:07 Is There A Wrong Order To Put Your Clothes On?4:07 Is The Fire Department Ever Fully Prepared?6:09 Would You Let Another Man Carry You Out A Burning Buiding?7:44 Is A Man Holding An Umbrella An Ick?11:20 Did Zaby Cause A Canon Event?13:47 Our Biggest Canon Events18:12 Princess Treatment or Bare Minimum18:47 Paying For The First Date???21:50 Remembering And Celebrating Small Moments???24:19 Choosing Her Over Family???25:32 Prioritizing Her Birthday Over Your Friend's Birthday???29:46 Dropping Your Girl Bestfriend???31:49 Unfollowing All Girls On Social Media???41:40 Outro

Habesha Red Flags EXPOSED – Are You Guilty?In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Kerubel to go through some hilarious — and sometimes painfully accurate — Habesha red flags.What starts as quick-fire takes on dating quirks and cultural pet peeves quickly spirals into a bigger conversation — from family expectations, to what makes a relationship “acceptable” in Habesha culture, to the unspoken red flags we all know but rarely say out loud.We break down the funny, the awkward, and the real debates people have when it comes to love, tradition, and navigating Habesha identity.If you’ve ever wondered how Habeshas view relationships, what counts as a dealbreaker in our culture, or just want to laugh at some painfully relatable red flags, this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps:00:00 Preview00:42 Intro1:06 Red Flag #1 8:42 Red Flag #2 13:46 Red Flag #3 20:03 Red Flag #4 21:37 Red Flag #5 23:00 Red Flag #6 28:39 Red Flag #7 34:56 Red Flag #8 38:49 Red Flag #9 41:45 Red Flag #10 43:00 Red Flag #11 43:47 Red Flag #12 44:15 Red Flag #13 45:59 Red Flag #14 47:04 Red Flag #1547:11 Red Flag #16 47:24 Red Flag #17 48:57 Red Flag #18 52:22 Red Flag #19 53:09 Red Flag #20 53:36 Red Flag #21 1:04:40 Red Flag #22 1:05:50 Red Flag #23

Would Your Parents Approve This Marriage? | Ethiopian Reddits (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)In this episode, I sit down with my cousins Remy and Zebilon to dive into some WILD Ethiopian Reddit posts about dating, relationships, and culture.What starts as a story about a 27-year-old Ethiopian woman and a 22-year-old American guy quickly spirals into a bigger conversation — from whether wanting to meet his kid too early is a red flag, to interracial marriage, to dating across different Ethiopian and Eritrean regions.We break down the cultural expectations, the awkward moments, and the real debates people have when it comes to love, family, and tradition.If you’ve ever wondered how Habeshas view interracial relationships, what it’s like navigating age gaps, or how regional differences play into dating, this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:28 Reddit 17:40 Habesha Relationships Here VS Back Home10:36 Are Older Relationships Better Than The Ones Now?12:26 The Biggest Habesha Relationship Dilemma16:00 Remy Core:16:43 Reddit 218:18 Is There A 'Ferenji' Pass?20:03 Dating Other Regions??23:16 Will You Always Find Your Way Back Home?25:28 Bloopers28:12 Outro

WILD Confessions My Cousins NEVER Admitted Until Now! (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)In this episode, I sit down with my cousins Zebilon, Kerubel, and Mathias to talk about what it’s really like to grow up together but slowly grow apart.What starts as a trip down memory lane with funny childhood stories turns into an honest conversation about the changes we’ve been through, what we missed out on growing up, and how our relationships have shifted over time.We talk about the challenges of staying connected as life pulls us in different directions, the awkwardness that comes with change, and the ways we’ve all grown — for better and for worse.If you’ve ever wondered why family bonds feel different as you get older or missed those simpler times, this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps:00:00 Intro2:08 Question #1 10:32 Question #2 16:25 Question #3 20:53 Question #4 31:20 Question #5 36:49 Question #6 41:00 Question #7 1:06:40 Winding Down1:06:08 Outro

What It's REALLY Like To Be A Habesha Man In Todays World In this episode, I sit down with Mikias, a psychology student at George Mason University, to talk about what it really feels like to be a Habesha man today.What starts as a conversation about mental health turns into an honest discussion about the pressure to always be strong, where that pressure comes from, and how we’ve learned to hide our emotions.We talk about the expectations placed on us as sons, the silence we carry, and the fear of being seen as weak. Mikias shares his own story of unlearning what it means to be a man, and why vulnerability may be the strength we’ve been avoiding.If you’ve ever felt the pressure to hold everything in — this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps00:00 Preview00:30 Intro7:30 The Expectation Of Being Strong & Silent13:00 Did The Culture Hinder Your Identity?16:30 Self- Inflicted Pressures18:40 Every Habesha Grad Party Be Like...20:15 Fear Of Being 'Too Expressive'28:18 Hiding Yourself Because It's 'Not Manly'32:00 Is There A Manly Way Of Letting Your Emotions Out?37:30 The Ultimate Measure Of A Man38:54 The 'Provider' Mindset42:47 Biblical View As A Man pt.245:22 Does Being A Man Being Mean Being Perfect?49:50 Why Most Men Aren't Good With Emotions53:50 Being The Pillar Of Your Family56:15 What Do We Expect From Habesha Men?1:00:00 Are We Diluting Our Culture?1:04:35 Biblical View As A Man pt.21:15:45 The Last Vulnerable Conversation With A Man1:19:15 How Can Habesha Men Support Each other?1:27:39 What We Wish We Knew About Manliness1:33:56 What Emotional Legacy We Want To Leave1:39:16 Last Advice1:41:53 Outro

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Community College vs. Prestigious CollegeIn this episode, we get real about college, comparison, and chasing success with Yeabsera, a computer science student at Vanderbilt, and Abdullah, an IT student at Northern Virginia Community College. We break down the hype around "prestigious" schools, what it’s like navigating college as kids of immigrants, and why your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.Yeabsera opens up about the pressure of being at a top school and what people don’t see behind the scenes, while Abdullah shares the mindset shifts he’s had at community college and how he's building his future step by step. We talk about confidence, purpose, and why chasing a name doesn’t always mean you’re chasing what matters.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.00:00 Intro3:00 Is Pokemon Still The Same?6:07 Why Did You Choose Your School?9:15 How Is The Social Life In Your School?14:02 Why Community College Looked Down Upon?17:03 Is The Cost Of Your School Worth It?18:42 How Is It Like Being Surrounded With Wealthier Students? 20:30 Spending In Your 20s22:40 Does Your School Give You Pressure?24:20 How Is The Lifestyle In Your School?26:15 Why Choosing Your Professor Matters28:19 Why Your Mindset Could Ruin Your School29:16 Do Companies Care About The School You Went To?32:10 The BIGGEST Difference Between Our Schools33:44 How Did Your School Help You As A Person? 40:03 Parents And Independence45:03 Does Comparing Between Schools Get To You? 47:15 Are You 'Numb To Money' After Your School?48:42 Do You Have Any Regrets With Your School?51:09 Friends Just For A Semester???57:00 The Mindset You Need In Both Schools1:00:53 What Is Your Last Piece of Advice To Highschool Students?1:04:04 Outro

Neuroscience Student EXPOSES the Raw TRUTH About Discipline and Growth ---In this episode, we explore what it truly takes to become the person you once dreamed of with Yabsera, a neuroscience student, content creator, and older sister who has built a life rooted in discipline, healing, and intentionality. We talk about growing up with immigrant expectations, the pressure to be a role model, and the unglamorous reality behind self-improvement. Yabsera opens up about unlearning toxic habits, redefining success, and how she balances ambition with internal peace. Her story is one of resilience, identity, and what it really means to rewire your mind and find purpose.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview0:36 Intro 7:45 How Did Your "Balance" Mindset Begin10:24 Why Are You Studying Neuroscience Of All Majors?14:50 Why Minor In Economic Policy On Top Of All That?18:05 Why Did Filimon Even Start The Podcast?21:12 Where Does Your "Blind Confidence" Come From?22:16 The Affects Of Living An Independent Childhood25:34 How Are You The "Big Sister" Of Your Audience? --27:06 Where Does Your Drive And Will Come From?30:03 The Pressure Being The Oldest Sibling32:39 How Do You Maintain Discipline With The Busy Life You Live?36:30 How To Instantly Rewire Yourself To Grow39:50 How To Rewire Your Mind From Fear?41:20 Can Our Brains Respond To What We Can't See???44:15 How Can We Instantly Slow Down Fear?47:17 The Secret In Gaining Public Speaking Confidence48:06 The Power Behind Believing In Someone50:22 How Did You Unlearn Toxic Habits?54:19 How Do You Practice Detatchment?59:44 The Importance Of Having A Clear Vision1:04:21 How Do You Gradually Stop Caring About What People Think?1:06:25 What Instantly Changed Your Perspective On Your Parents?1:08:26 Do We You Bear The Fruits Of Our Labor?1:10:40 Who Is Going To Pick You?1:11:32 Who Survives The Longest In Squid Games?1:14:08 How To Get Others To Agree With You1:17:15 Applying The 48 Laws Of Power1:23:40 What Would Younger You Think Of You Right Now?1:26:10 The Biggest Cost Of Confidence1:26:52 The Meaning To Our Dreams1:33:20 The Science Behind Why Women Are Into Bad Guys1:37:02 The Benefits Of Traveling And New Experiences1:39:48 Why Comfort Is A Deadly Weapon1:42:30 The Zen Master & The Mochi Beater Story1:44:07 Is Our Life One Big Meditation?1:47:34 The Best Advice You've Ever Recieved1:50:20 OutroEpisode Resources:Yabsera's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yabsera.sam/?igsh=OWFubzdyNm54ZGdh##habesha #neuroscience

Feeling Guilty While Relaxing? Do Friends Replace Therapy? Marvel vs. DC?In this episode, I sit down with the guys to talk about whether friends can replace therapy, why relaxing sometimes feels wrong, and who we’d take in a Marvel vs. DC showdown.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1Quick note: There was a mic issue on my end during this recording, so my audio isn’t as clean as usual. My guest’s audio is clear, and the convo was too good not to share—thanks for sticking with it!LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro0:13 Feeling Guilty While Relaxing8:07 Do Friends Replace Therapy?15:16 Who Of Us We Trust To Pick Our Wife!20:01 One Life For 1,000 Years Or 10 Lives For 100 Years Each?26:40 Cats vs. Dogs31:41 Which Instrument Would We Be?37:14 Fight The DC Team Or The Marvel Team?42:15 Outro

Would You Pick Love, Fear, Money, or Power?SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro00:42 Which Motivates Us The Most; Love, Money, Fear Or Power?8:21 Who Of Us Is A Character From Spongebob?13:32 Who Of Us Would Survive On An Island? 21:36 What We REALLY Think About Spiders26:45 The BEST Childhood Shows32:22 Why They Don't Make Shows Like Before35:10 The First Three Things We'd Take On An Island42:43 Outro

WOULD YOU RATHER...? | Debating Life’s Dumbest Questions (ft. Davis & Kibret) SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro1:20 Virginia's Bipolar Weather Is Affecting My Mental Health?2:16 Have your Sister Date A Criminal Or One Person From The Friend Group?5:56 Never Feel Physical Pain Or Emotional Pain?9:34 Telekinesis Or Telepathy?14:00 Teleport Anywhere But Naked Or Only To Familiar Places?16:50 Teleport Or Time Travel?23:22 No Music or No Movies?27:02 Personal Chef Or Personal Trainer?29:10 No Whey Protein Or No Chicken For Life?29:45 Bulky And Strong Or Lean And Weak?33:05 How The Weather Is Affecting Our Mood!39:30 People Are Changing Their Teslas?40:37 Are We Too Old For Today's Slang?44:07 Tying It All Up!

College Life vs High School Life – The Truth No One Tells YouIn this episode, I sit down with Davis and Kibret to discuss life after high school and how it compares to our college experiences.Quick note: There was a mic issue on my end during this recording, so my audio isn’t as clean as usual. My guest’s audio is clear, and the convo was too good not to share—thanks for sticking with it!SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro4:59 How We Felt After Graduating Highschool9:10 Was Life Better In Highschool?14:35 How We Changed After Highschool22:25 Relationships After Highschool Aren't The Same25:25 Are Relationships Deeper In College?29:53 Our First Impressions Of Each other In Highschool37:38 What We Wish We Knew In Highschool44:29 Outro

The Gym Can’t Heal Your Soul — An Athlete Opens Up About Body Dysmorphia, Mental Health, and Faith.In this raw and vulnerable episode, we sit down with Jadon — a Christian, African American college student studying kinesiology, former football player, and aspiring fitness influencer — to dive into the untold side of fitness culture: body dysmorphia, spiritual and mental health, confidence, and what you loose when chasing physical perfection.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro00:44 Having Progress And Never Feeling Enough2:14 Experiencing Body Dysmorphia5:50 How Your Physicality Affects Your Identity17:55 What Men Need To Realize21:40 The Spiritual And Mental Shift Through Injuries20:40 How Your Physicality Affects Your Identity25:30 What Men Need To Realize39:05 Is Physique Inflation Real?40:34 The Dangers Of Comparing Physiques42:30 Steroid Use in Teenagers44:34 The Mental Toll of Loosing Your Peak Physique47:20 Would You Rather Look Strong Or Be Strong?51:23 One Exercise You Would Do For The Rest Of Your Life?58:20 What Is The Most Out Of Pocket Gym Experience You've Ever Had? 1:01:20 The Biggest Mistake When Trying To Gain Muscle 1:05:04 The Muscle Growth Myth!1:07:37 Breaking Through A Physical Plateau1:11:05 Outro

How To INSTANTLY Smell Good ALL DAY As A Guy (The Ultimate Hygiene Guide)In this episode, we explore the stigma surrounding men and hygiene, especially within immigrant households, and how it impacts self-image, confidence, and first impressions with Sirak, an Eritrean hygiene advocate, fitness enthusiast, and mechanical engineering college student. He’s a long-time friend who has been alongside me on my journey of self-improvement, and we’ve seen each other through it all.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.OUR BODY HYGIENE PRODUCTS:Native Cocoa Butter & Vanilla Body Wash:https://tinyurl.com/2ja8b5avMethod Body Wash:https://tinyurl.com/ye253bytCoconut & Coffee Body Scrub:https://tinyurl.com/3hn3dy6sCoconut Butter Body Scrub:https://tinyurl.com/2rzx7mk6Conout Coffee Body Cream:https://tinyurl.com/4m7xf9pkNivea Body Lotion: https://tinyurl.com/t8m69xhnhttps://tinyurl.com/m35cre39Lubriderm Body Lotion::https://tinyurl.com/2cwj7tzyVaseline Body Gel: https://tinyurl.com/365uktj2NEZZOE Body Trimmer:https://tinyurl.com/52nu5phpFace Trimmer:https://tinyurl.com/4vzx32d6Gold Bond Body Spray:https://tinyurl.com/3k9xp5uuDeodorant:https://tinyurl.com/t7pmnt3fhttps://tinyurl.com/4atr8a23Tongue Scraperhttps://tinyurl.com/33t88tthOUR FACE CARE PRODUCTS:La Roche-Posay Cleanser: https://tinyurl.com/zpn336nnCeraVe Foaming Face Wash: https://tinyurl.com/395wnxaaThayers Non-Alcoholic Toner: https://tinyurl.com/mwrft5a2Cetaphil SPF Moisturizer:https://tinyurl.com/4ynt7hyrVitamin C Facial Serum:https://tinyurl.com/w24muk5sOUR COLOGNES:EMPORIO ARMANI Stronger With You Eau de Toilette: https://tinyurl.com/myzkjcy2Azzaro The Most Wanted Parfum: https://tinyurl.com/hw92j4f5Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Parfum Spray:https://tinyurl.com/3vnpryd6Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Eau de Toilette: https://tinyurl.com/yb88vjtzPaco Rabanne 1 Million Eau de Toilette:https://tinyurl.com/39neyhdbTUMI Kinetic : https://tinyurl.com/bdhz4s8yJean Paul Gaultier: https://tinyurl.com/7ew78u86Versace Eros Pour Homme Eau de Parfum: https://tinyurl.com/bdhv6y95Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum: https://tinyurl.com/mrxz29kuViktor & Rolf Spicebomb Extreme Eau de Parfum: https://tinyurl.com/3bfejccsDolce & Gabanna Light Blue: https://tinyurl.com/yr2f7uxaBelow Belt Health:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDslv3PzSnMGood Videos on Male Hygiene:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6c4UCAqLSUhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-FbWn_woTwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EW_otcSZTohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI43ECv_Ggkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EG99uADhIB4

What no one tells you about mental health & ethiopian immigrant parents — In this episode, we dive into high expectations and comparisons from parents, the culture clash between America and Ethiopia, and the impact of generational trauma with Freweyni, a trauma informed Youth Advocacy Specialist for survivors of sexual abuse and gender-based violence. She works with Black immigrant and youth survivors, providing emotional support, safety planning, and resources. She also runs @zerowastehabesha, a multimedia project sharing research and content on eco-socialism, pan-Africanism, anti-imperialism, and working-class struggles against colonialism and climate change.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only. This episode discusses sensitive topics, including suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek support from a trusted friend, therapist, or crisis resource. You are not alone, and help is available. If you're in immediate distress, please reach out to a crisis helpline in your area.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview0:47 Intro 1:40 Warm up Question #13:00 Warm up Question #25:17 Warm up Question #314:52 Growing Up Between Ethiopian And American Cultures19:38 Are We Comparing Too Much?27:07 The Most Common Mental Health Challenges Within The Ethiopian Community35:30 Generational Trauma Shaping Mental Health In Ethiopian Youth?43:38 Ethiopians And High Expectations58:21 Is Habesha Gossiping Bad? 1:01:10 The Gender Roles Between Young Men And Women In The Ethiopian Community1:10:04 How Can We Have An Open Dialogue With Family?1:14:17 How Can We Introduce Therapy In An Immigrant Household? 1:22:35 How Can We Work On The Community Back Home?1:34:00 The Biggest Misconception About Helping People1:37:35 Last Advice On Ethiopian Mental Health1:39:11 OutroEpisode Resources:ZeroWasteHabesha INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/zerowastehabesha?igsh=M3FnNmR4M2ZrampuZeroWasteHabesha Linktree: https://linktr.ee/zerowastehabesha?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=a8ed32e5-bf27-4b52-9bbb-4b8d85e37bacZeroWasteHabesha EMAIL: Zerowastehabesha@gmail.com#habesha #mentalhealth

In this episode, we discuss handling criticism in high school while working on ourselves. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1 Val Maddox: https://on.soundcloud.com/pQmKnCf85PiqLdEM8 (Just a quick heads-up: some of the lyrics or themes might not fully match the tone of our channel discussions. Listener discretion is advised.) LISTEN ON: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4 APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039 ADD ME ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpy SNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fG TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1 DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Are You Good With Constructive Criticism? 1:41 Dealing With Criticism In Highschool 5:50 Best Advice We Recieved On Criticism? 7:10 Outro