O'talkin' with Dave

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been around someone who constantly DISAGREED with you?  Yeah, met too... DISAGREEMENT is a fact of life and it can be very constructive. Join Dave for some points on: Why is DISAGREEMENT absolutely normal? Why is DISAGREEMENT sometimes constructive and healthy? When does DISAGREEMENT turn TOXIC? How can you turn TOXIC DISAGREEMENT into CONSTRUCTIVE DISAGREEMENT? Reme...

Send us Fan Mail Do you have acts of kindness or rituals in your relationships that have stuck over time?  Yeah, me too... Sometimes we have little "things" that we do that over time have become part of our routines, habits, or dare I say "love language"...I don't like that term! Join Dave for some thoughts around: Small things that can build a BIG CONNECTION Why these THI...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been be-bopping along with your life and SOMETHING happened that got your ATTENTION and everything else STOPPED?  Yeah, me too... Life has a way of driving COMPLACENCY when everything is going well.  Balancing things is sometimes easy until something gets OUT OF BALANCE that need your ATTENTION. Join Dave for some insight into: The 4 Key ELEMENTS - HUMILITY, DISCIPLI...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever known that you need to start something, but keep putting it off?  Yeah, me too... Finances, Health, Relationships, and Career are the four most common sources of Stress, Worry, and Distraction (SWD).  However, there are some simple things that we can all do to reduce the impact of these on our day and our lives. Join Dave for some hints around: What areas can we STAR...

Send us Fan Mail Have you every had FOMO?  Yeah, me too... It's not as bad is it used to be, but I have learned over time that the Fear of Missing Out can be replaced with the Joy of Missing Out!!!  And it's glorious... Join Dave for some pontifications about: What emotions are tied to FOMO? Why is FOMO everywhere and growing in prevalence? What are some examples of FOMO at Home, Work, a...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever dreaded or complained about HAVING to do something?  Yeah, me too... It is so easy to put off something or complain about something that we feel like we HAVE to do...chores, obligations, routines, etc...  The desire is to change that mindset from a "TO DO" list to a "GIT TO DO" list. Join Dave for some O'talkin' about: Steps in changing...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever caught yourself making decisions based on EMOTION rather than PASSION?  Yeah, me too... "EMOTION is the SPARK, but PASSION is the fire that keeps burning." Join Dave for some analysis on: Differences between PASSION and EMOTION When EMOTION is GOOD Differences in PASSION & EMOTION with MEN and WOMEN When does cousin DRAMA reveal its ugly head? Discernin...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever lost your TEMPER and then later felt bad about what you said or did?  Yeah, me too... Whether you are quick TEMPERED, chronically ANGRY, or have a DEBILITATING ANGER issue, it can be addressed and hopefully controlled. Join Dave for some calm words about: Historically ANGRY people How TEMPERS are triggered differently with MEN vs WOMEN How a TEMPER can be productive...

Send us Fan Mail Have you heard the mantra, "We have to be more TOLORANT!  TOLERANCE is necessary in our society to get along!"  Yeah, me too... TOLERANCE is a word that is thrown around to make some people feel better about themselves, more altruistic, caring, enlightened, and superior.  HOGWASH!!! Join Dave for some ranting about: Areas of demanded TOLERANCE When TOLERANCE crosses the...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever sat down and thought about what a disaster you would be if it weren't for the WOMEN in your life?  Yeah, me too... I can name a few men that have greatly impacted my life and I give them credit for any success that I have achieved.  However, there are dozens of WOMEN who have and still have a lasting positive impact that can't be over stated. Join Dave for...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been in a situation where you said something and you wish you had just remained SILENT?  Yeah, me too... Think of strong SILENT types - Clint Eastwood, Steve McQeen, and other stoic actors who used SILENCE as a tool to command attention, respect, and sometimes fear. Join Dave for some words on SILENCE: Who are the strong SILENT people in your life? Why is SILENCE so...

Send us Fan Mail Have you noticed fewer MAN BUNS and a positive trend in MASCULINITY lately?  Yeah, me too...thankfully!!! Don't get me wrong, there is still an epidemic of PUSSIFIED men around. Join Dave for some cutting edge stuff on: 5 Examples of how men are "LESS MANLY" 10 Examples how men's hobbies are "LESS MANLY" 5 Ways that a "LESS MANLY" society is...

Send us Fan Mail Are you having a tougher time lately understanding if something is AI or REAL?  Yeah, me too... AI is getting so good that I often wonder, what's next?  It is progressing so rapdidly that it is scring the beJesus out of people! Join Dave for some highly technical banter about: Where can AI be helpful at WORK and HOME? Whay are some people so SKEPTICAL of AI? What are some cle...

Send us Fan Mail Do you know anyone that is IMPATIENT or GREEDY or a CONTROL FREAK...or maybe all three?  Yeah, me too... These people can drive you crazy, create a toxic environment, and ruin your day.  They can also make you wildly successful, tremendously wealthy, and help you accomplish more than you ever thought possible. Join Dave for some talkin' about: Why does society bark against IM...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever made a choice that caused some undesirable circumstances? Yeah, me too... We are a result of the choices we make.  I know there are sometime a clash of circumstances that are sometimes beyond our control.  However, our CHOICES have consequences - GOOD and BAD. Join Dave for some discussion around: 5 decisions that have a NEGATIVE impact on our lives 5 decisions that...

Send us Fan Mail Do you know someone who always dwells on WORST CASE SCENERIOS?  Yeah, me too... I don't like spending a lot of time around negative people and I try to point out the positive in most situations. Join Dave for some stuff on: What is the PROBABILITY of WORST CASE SCENERIOS actually happening? Why do some people dwell on WORST CASE SCENERIOS? How can we FLIP our MINDSET on the N...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever run across a bill or expenditure that you think, "I am just wasting money..."  Yeah, me too... "A penny saved is a penny earned..."  Well, pennies are worthless!!! Join Dave for some fun filled discussion around: What areas are a complete WASTE of money? How do we WASTE money on in our personal lives? How does this happen and how much is it COSTING...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever gone somewhere you really didn't want to go, but ended up being glad you did?  Yeah, me too... Sometimes, showing up, being present has an impact far beyond what we can comprehend.  It's important to people we don't even know for reasons we can't begin to comprehend. Join Dave for some thoughts on: Why is it important to SHOW UP? What kind of EMOT...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever got some really bad news?  Yeah, me too... However, I have learned, in my many years of "research" and living, that what seems to be GOOD or BAD news turns out to be something completelty different. Join Dave for some meat on the bone around: The Chinese Farmer  What categories or events in life can bring GOOD or BAD news? What are some benefits of developi...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been doing something you enjoyed and/or planned and someone criticized, judged or "made fun of" you?  Yeah, me too... I know, I know...criticism, judgement and being the butt of a joke are part of life and we all grow up with it to some extent.  True.  However, it continues throughout a person's life and learning to deal with it can be the difference b...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been in public, traffic, work, or just hanging out with friends and someone just SUCKS?  Yeah, me too... These are not necessarily TURDS IN YOUR PUNCHBOWL, but these are random people thrust into your day that can cause you to not be at your best. Join Dave for some venting around: Examples of when people SUCK Where are the most common places for their SUCKINESS What...

Send us Fan Mail Remember the last time you road on a BUS or a ROW BOAT?  Yeah, me too... Which you choose would depend upon the purpose and desired outcome of the TRIP. Join Dave for some talkin' about: What are the pros and cons of a BUS or ROW BOAT? Which is the best considering POWER, CONTROL, EFFICIENCY, TEAMWORK, FLEXIBILITY, or the JOY of the ride... What happens when someone isn'...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been in a situation that seems hopeless or challenges seem to be mounting against you?  Yeah, me too... I have good news - EVERYTHING's GONNA Be OK!!! Join Dave for some talkin' around: Trends of people being LESS RESILIENT - not as TOUGH Examples of how people are more MENTALLY FRAGILE Strategies to build some MENTAL MUSCLES The DANGER of maintaining a Neg...

Send us Fan Mail Are you hearing the term TOXIC MASCULINITY more often lately?  Yeah, me too... TOXIC MASCULINITY is a buzzword, trendy accusation, or white liberal feminist "hissy fit" that is thrown around much more often than in the past.  I realize that last sentence had some redundancies.   Join Dave for info and opinions like: Where did TOXIC MASCULINITY originate? Who start the TO...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever get caught MAJORING in the MINORS and lose site of what REALLY MATTERS?  Yeah, me too... I think the things that MATTER most change over the course of time.  Of course there are always family, friends, and finances...but the emphasis and distractions change clarity. For the 100th Episode of O'talkin' with Dave, join for a nostalgic look at: 5 things people sa...