Not A Life Coach With Debi and Joseph

In this minisode episode, Debi shares a real-time story about setting boundaries and gets Joseph's take on the whole thing? Will they stay on topic or attack five other topics? Listen now and find out.

In this episode, Debi and Joseph have a lot to say about toxic masculinity. Personal stories of the fragile male ego on full display, how it manifests itself in everyday situations and relationships and (possibly?) good tips on how to shut it down.

In this minisode, Debi and Joseph discuss real-time problems with mothers. They explore different options on how to set up boundaries with difficult parents, who know exactly what buttons to push, while still maintaining a healthy relationship.

In this episode, Debi and Joey tackle something we've all done and something the internet thrives on - BEING JUDGEMENTAL. We all do it - but when does it go from minor petty bitching to hurtful and toxic?

In this minisode, Debi and Joey talk about the narcissist that Debi once dated and wonder out loud; can a narcissist be ... nice?

In this episode, Debi and Joseph discuss situations from their personal life that has torn down and/or built up their confidence and the life lessons they've learned (or are still learning) from situations that are essential to their self-esteem.

This 5 minute microsode is brought to you by Tiktok and ADHD. In this microsode, Debi talks about how Tiktok is the perfect social media of choice for someone who suffers from ADHD.

In this VERY SPECIAL episode, Debi and Joseph's life microscope momentarily turns its focus away from their lives and into the lives of Joseph's characters as they talk about his books and his upcoming novel, A Perfect Night. They dive deep into the psychology of his book's characters and how his creations eventually take on a life of their own. PRE-ORDER Joseph's new book, A Perfect Night: https:...

Debi and Joseph talk about their only child status, how it helped their friendship and how being only children gave them a unique perspective on life.

In this episode, Debi and Joseph, welcome the host of Wait, Whaaat Are You Watching podcast, Elaine, to join in on the discussion about the small moments that have happened in their lives that have had a really big impact - both negative and positive. Sometimes, it's the little things that make a difference, and sometimes, it's just a bunch of friends getting on Zoom and vomiting out as many stori...

In this minisode, Debi and Joseph go back to their first episode, Friendship Red Flags, and examine the toxic friendships that inevitably bonded them as friends fo life.

In this episode, Debi and Joey talk about their own struggles with anxiety and discuss coping strategies people use to help get to the other side of their irrational feelings. Will Debi and Joey begrudgingly apply these strategies to their lives? Possibly.

In this minisode, Debi remembers that one time when she met her husband and how meeting her match was not immune to her streak (curse?) of crazy/bad first dates. It's a wild story that involves karaoke, alcohol and the possibility of someone dying?

In this episode, Debi and Joey talk about decisions they've made out of fear, why it happens, how to spot it and how to stop it.

In this episode, Debi and Joey talk and share personal stories about people-pleasing and then resenting it. Why do we do it? And how can we spot it before it happens? Will the answers to these questions be in the episode? Possibly. Or not. Who can say?

In this minisode, Debi and Joey welcome guest, Elaine, back on the show as they talk about Debi's first date curse and the one time Elaine tried to set her up on a first date to break the said curse and failed miserably. It's quick, it's hilarious and as per usual, nothing was learned.

In this episode, Debi and Joey talk about knowing your limits and how not recognizing your weaknesses can sometimes set you up for failure. They navigate the murky waters of imposter syndrome and knowing the difference between that and a legitimate weakness. Do they come up with answers? Possibly. But just like a bargain bin at a thrift store, it takes a little digging to find it.

Welcome to Monday Minisodes! This week, Debi presents Joey with a For Realsies - a real problem she's having right now in regards to moral outgrouping.

In this episode, Debi and Joey discuss how to stand up for yourself and not die on every hill. They share stories of when they've stood up for themselves and probably shouldn't and vice versa. When is it worth your time and when is it just more trouble than it's worth? Do Debi and Joey know? Probably not, but it's fun to listen to them figure it out anyways. Gotta a life story you want to share? O...

In this minisode, Debi and Elaine tell Joey unbelievable but true stories about the horrific job where they first met and how the trauma of working there bonded them for life.

In this episode, Debi and Joey welcome, Elaine, host of the podcast, Wait Whaaat Are You Watching? They talk about being flexible about who you are and how labels and adopting certain personas can limit your potential and growth. As per usual personal stories are shared, off the rail rants are had and no concrete lessons are learned.

In this episode, Debi and Joey discuss the small dreams they've had and what they've learned from trying to pursue them (or in most cases not pursue them) We all have dreams but when is it better for that dream to stay a dream or when to make it a reality? And not so spoiler alert, Debi and Joey don't have the answers but they sure have a lot of fun trying to find them.

In this episode, Joey and Debi discuss the good, the bad and the ugly about jobs they've had in the past, and of course, they share hilarious stories of disaster jobs that offered some harsh life lessons. Do you have a nightmare job story to share? A nightmare co-worker? Or do you just want to say hi? Write to us at Notalifecoachpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Debi and Joey mull over past relationships and discuss the complicated dance of ending a long term relationship that has worn out its welcome. Do you have a relationship regret? An ex you're glad to be rid of? Share your stories with us at: notalifecoachpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Debi and Joey discuss the toxic friend that brought them together and the red flags this chick was posting up that they should've probably seen from a mile back!