Meech Speaks

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Meech Speaks is my real-life journal as I navigate being a Marine, a father, and a man growing through chaos. Every episode brings raw stories, humor, self-reflection, and lessons from the life I’m living in real time. If you’re looking for honest perspective, grounded motivation, and a place to feel understood—pull up. We’re getting better together.

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Meech Speaks

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Why you can't be the victim in every story 31.10.2022 21:12

In this episode I talk about accountability and why you can't be the victim.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your ow...

Getting started is only half the battle; you still have to finish 18.10.2022 24:54

In this episode I talk about what's stopping most people from becoming a better version and why the ones that do start always quit.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapis...

3 Things to start doing to get unstuck in life 10.10.2022 17:21

Whether in life, a relationship, or at work; we've all experience that universal feeling of being stuck. In this episode I was discuss the 3 things that I practice for getting unstuck..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1...

Go where you'll GROW 03.10.2022 20:35

In this Episode I talk about milestones and having an open mind to new things..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your...

There's beauty in adversity 12.09.2022 16:11

In today's episode I'm talking about the beauty that lies within adversity, and how overcoming it allows you to become a better version of yourself. On today's episode I talk about "quiet quitting' a recently popular phrase that describes the idea of not quitting your job but quitting the idea of going above and beyond..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Th...

Quiet quitting, a step towards quitting at life 29.08.2022 19:08

On today's episode I talk about "quiet quitting' a recently popular phrase that describes the idea of not quitting your job but quitting the idea of going above and beyond..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sp...

What I learned from being a Toxic Leader 22.08.2022 18:02

Many young leaders are toxic in the very beginning. In this episode I talk about my time as a young leader, and the three toxic traits that was able to get over....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor Bet...

Toxic people think everything is toxic 08.08.2022 19:56

In this episode I discuss the roles we play when it comes to being toxic....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your ow...

You were born to be a lot of things; a quitter wasn't one of them 01.08.2022 15:56

In this episode I share a lesson in believing in yourself, that my seven-year-old son taught me....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from...

Character Development: deconstructing and reconstructing you 29.07.2022 20:13

On this episode I talk about deconstructing and reconstructing your way of thinking, understanding your triggers and how to learn to control your triggers, so they don't control you....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1...

The art of getting your shit together 25.07.2022 14:19

In this episode we talking about getting your shit together, what it looks like for some people, and the steps to make to get your shit together.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you...

It's 2022, Come Healed 06.06.2022 17:07

Learning to heal your emotional and psychological traumas one small step at a time.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of...

Your perspective will determine the succuss 03.06.2022 24:22

It is not that they don't believe in you, they just don't believe in the idea.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your...

We all need this type of friend 27.05.2022 23:34

It may not be what you want to hear, but an "HONEST" friend is always going to tell you what you need to hear. We may not realize it, but these people are truly a blessing in our lives. https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=...

Find Your Tribe 16.05.2022 16:01

Being around like-minded individuals can be so refreshing! On this episode, we discussed why it's important to find a tribe, how to find a tribe.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you...

How to find peace in where you're at 13.05.2022 15:15

Learning to love the NOW https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks an...

I'm So Happy I Didn't Kill Myself! 09.05.2022 25:58

At one point in my life; I decided I was going to end it. Luckily I didn't. This episode is dedicated to you. Keep moving forward. National Suicide Prevention LifelineHours: Available 24 hours.1-800-273-8255...https://www.facebook.com/groups/807453813049695/https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&...

Sometimes the hardest route is better than the easier path 06.05.2022 32:27

Today we talk about making hard change to have an "easier" life.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visi...

What 2022 has taught me so far 02.05.2022 22:32

"Your dreams deserve the same effort that you give your job". This is just one of the lessons that I've learned so far, and in this episode, I will be sharing my five top lessons that 2022 has taught me..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=di...

Your value is worth more than sex with R'Taveous Merritt 02.05.2022 1:48:43

Today we have another remote conversation with Author and Psychiatrist, R'Taveous Merritt. This time we talk about the power of self-worth, love languages, and why it's important to never give up. Rt Merritt (@rt_merritt) • Instagram photos and videosAmazon.com: R'Taveous Merritt: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle..RISE | Martial Arts (@rise_sbt) • Instagram photos and videos https://www....

Everyone is not your friend, and that's okay 25.04.2022 20:07

Everyone is not your friend, and that is okay. Today we go over the idea of friendship and ask if we are giving people more when they require less..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect...

Being Human 22.04.2022 22:37

Being human doing mean stop working towards your goals. Being human means to make time to enjoy your life..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you -...

Surviving a toxic environment 18.04.2022 43:24

Being in a toxic environment can be detrimental to your overall health. On this episode, I talk about how to survive working in a toxic environment..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect...

When you finally break 15.04.2022 36:36

It's been a min since there's been a Friday episode, but today we're talking about emotional outbursts and how to avoid them....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist w...

When you don't speak up 11.04.2022 35:06

One of the worst things about not saying how you feel, is how it erases your identity. Making you feel like someone you're not, a dull version of yourself that everyone finds acceptable....https://www.facebook.com/groups/807453813049695/https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+th...