Digest

This episode of Calm Down with Aaron and Karissa kicks off with a pre-game segment where Aaron and Karissa discuss their recent experiences with buying a house and moving in with a significant other. They also share their excitement for an upcoming Taylor Swift concert and discuss their favorite eras of her music. The episode then transitions into a Q&A session with listeners, covering topics such as favorite purchases, cigar smoking, and navigating relationships with stepchildren. Aaron shares his pride in buying his own wedding rings after his ex-wife requested them back, while Karissa offers advice on how to handle financial contributions when moving in with a partner. They also discuss the importance of open communication and setting expectations from the beginning. The episode concludes with a heartfelt discussion about a listener's experience with stepchildren who didn't acknowledge Mother's Day, offering empathy and advice on how to navigate such situations.

Outlines

00:00:00

Pregame: House Hunting, Taylor Swift, and More

This Chapter begins with Aaron and Karissa discussing their recent experiences with buying a house and moving in with a significant other. They also share their excitement for an upcoming Taylor Swift concert and discuss their favorite eras of her music.

00:05:28

Listener Q&A: Favorite Purchases, Cigars, and Stepchildren

This Chapter features a Q&A session with listeners, covering topics such as favorite purchases, cigar smoking, and navigating relationships with stepchildren. Aaron shares his pride in buying his own wedding rings after his ex-wife requested them back, while Karissa offers advice on how to handle financial contributions when moving in with a partner. They also discuss the importance of open communication and setting expectations from the beginning.

00:15:13

Mother's Day Heartbreak and Advice

This Chapter concludes with a heartfelt discussion about a listener's experience with stepchildren who didn't acknowledge Mother's Day, offering empathy and advice on how to navigate such situations.

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Q&A

• What are some tips for handling financial contributions when moving in with a partner?

  Karissa suggests paying for what you can afford, even if it's just small things like dog walking or dry cleaning. She also emphasizes the importance of open communication and setting expectations from the beginning, including writing down all expenses to ensure both parties are aware of the financial burden.

• How can you deal with stepchildren who don't acknowledge Mother's Day?

  Aaron and Karissa offer empathy and suggest that the listener's husband should address the situation with the children. They also advise against directly confronting the children, as it could come across as bitter or resentful.

• What is Aaron's favorite thing he's ever bought for himself?

  Aaron shares that his favorite purchase is his own wedding rings, which he bought after his ex-wife requested them back. He feels proud of his ability to buy them for himself and views them as a symbol of self-sufficiency.

• What is Aaron's opinion on cigar smoking?

  Aaron admits to still smoking cigars occasionally, but not regularly. He shares a tip for dealing with any potential side effects from smoking cigars: drinking root beer.

Show Notes