In The Blood

In this episode of In The Blood, AC and Jason explore the dynamics of avoiding accountability in relationships. They discuss how manipulators often deflect responsibility, shift focus to emotional reactions, and use gaslighting to create guilt and maintain control. The conversation also highlights the importance of personal accountability and the role of miscommunication or boundary differences. A...

In this episode of In The Blood, Jason and AC explore the complexity of love through Anais Nin’s powerful quote: “Love never dies a natural death. It dies because we don't know how to replenish its source...” They grapple with defining love, question if it can truly die, and share personal experiences of love’s struggles, blind spots, and betrayals. Join them as they dive into what it means to...

In this episode, AC and Jason dive into the age-old debate: Do actions really speak louder than words? They explore the idea that behaviour never lies, discussing whether we should focus more on what people do rather than what they say. The conversation covers the significance of consistency in actions, the impact of words, and how both contribute to building trust and understanding in relationshi...

In this episode, we get into the world of mindfulness, exploring how this ancient practice can significantly improve mental health and overall well-being. Whether you're new to mindfulness or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical tips. ... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about...

In this episode of In The Blood, we explore simple daily habits that can lead to a more fulfilling and enriched life. By incorporating mindfulness, expressing gratitude, moving our bodies, connecting with others, and giving ourselves permission to rest, we can transform our daily experiences and overall well-being... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd l...

Season Three of In The Blood kicks off with AC Bergen-Fischer expressing his excitement and gratitude for the podcast’s growth, thanking listeners for their loyalty. He reflects on the themes of the first two seasons—navigating relationship challenges and fostering self-awareness—and introduces the new focus on enriching life and relationships, with co-host Jason rejoining soon after a well-deserv...

Trying to decide whether or not a relationship is worth fighting for can be extremely difficult. This week, AC walks us through the things we need to consider while grappling with that question... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he's been working on, please visit  www.acfischer.com  ... If you'd like to f...

This week, AC takes a look at what's driving us apart, and how it can bring us together... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he's been working on, please visit  www.acfischer.com  ... If you'd like to financially support this project for as little as $5, please visit  www.buymeacoffee.com/inthebloodpod...

"That's just my truth" is a conversation ender. This week, Jason and AC attempt to stay cool while explaining why... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he's been working on, please visit  www.acfischer.com  ... If you'd like to financially support this project for as little as $5, please visit  w...

This week we do our best to answer some questions from our listeners... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he's been working on, please visit  www.acfischer.com  ... If you'd like to financially support this project for as little as $5, please visit  www.buymeacoffee.com/inthebloodpod  ... Finally, if you&#3...

Are we living in a consequence-free environment? If so, why do we have so much fear of consequence? What is going on, what are the problems, and how do we fix them? This week, we turn ourselves inside out trying to find out!... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he's been working on, please visit  www.acfischer....

What is loyalty, and how important is it to our relationships? Is there such a thing as being too loyal? How does it affect boundaries? This week, we explore these questions and more... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse  ... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about...

When someone attacks our reputation, is it useful to respond? Is there any point in attempting to set the record straight with people who were keen to listen to gossip?... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he...

Sometimes we do our best. Other times, we stay inside our comfort zone. This week Jason and AC explore whether it's possible to do both... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he's been working on, pleas...

I'm made up of a lot of different voices but which one is the "real" me? This week I explore the complex answer to this simple question... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about AC, and what he's been working o...

Is it reasonable to disqualify someone from helping others just because they have unresolved issues? Is a life coach able to help clients when they are a work in progress themselves? Maybe there's a level of understanding that is out of reach for someone who has all their ducks in a row... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ....

What do the Borg have in common with fundamentalist Christianity? How does being separated from the collective compare to deconverting? This week, AC explores these questions and more... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit our YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about...

Is there such a thing as "toxic positivity?" If so, what the heck is it, and how could anything positive be toxic? This week, we explore just that... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit my YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about me, and what I've been wor...

I tend to swing between extreme logic, and extreme emotion. Jason faces something similar. Today, we explore what the struggle looks like to each of us, and what we can do to help each other out... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook  www.facebook.com/Dyceman  or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit my YouTube channel at  www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn m...

We can offer our children anything we want but if we don't offer a good example, we offer nothing. This week, I'm joined once again by Jason Moore to explore what it means to be a role model, and the value of honesty and transparency... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook www.facebook.com/Dyceman or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@inth...

This week, I abandoned my notes so that I could get raw, real, and painfully honest with you. I explain why I can't celebrate who I am without paying for who I was. Why I don't want you to forgive me... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook www.facebook.com/Dyceman or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like...

After the loss of Jason's father, we explore what grief is to us, how we navigate the process, and what we can do to minimize it. Please join us for this deeply personal conversation!... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook www.facebook.com/Dyceman or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod   ... If you'd like to learn more about...

This week I invite you to take in something different. We all have ideas of how we think we'd answer a call for help. I know I did. That changed when an honest look at self pushed back on that assumption... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook www.facebook.com/Dyceman or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod  ... If you'd like t...

This week, I'm joined once again by Jason Moore... We explore whether the things we say we want are the things we actually want? We discuss how our actions expose our priorities, and more... To connect with Jason, visit his Facebook www.facebook.com/Dyceman or TikTok www.tiktok.com/@podverse ... Visit my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@inthebloodpod  ... If you'd like to learn more abo...

**Disclaimer** after the date of releasing this episode, I learned that the guest holds views which are at odds with my own. I will continue to stand for gender equality, and in no way wish to be associated with anyone who opposes it... When life knocks us down, it's tempting to stay down. It can be especially tempting when our support system says that we need to stay down for a chapter so we...