The Michael Experience

Surviving College, Love & Family: The Hard Lessons That Shape You

The Michael Experience — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

(Subscribe to YouTube for Visual Podcast) In this episode, I’m diving into “The Woes of Life,” the second chapter of my book One Day at a Time! Life. Lessons. Love. This chapter is all about the messy, complicated, and necessary lessons that come with growing up — especially when you’re navigating college, romance, family expectations, and your own identity at the same time. We talk about: the pressure to figure out your life before you even know who you are the mistakes you make in college that end up teaching you the most the heartbreaks, situationships, and romantic confusion that shape your emotional maturity the family dynamics that force you to confront who you’ve been vs. who you’re becoming the quiet moments where you finally start learning yourself This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or stuck between who they were and who they’re trying to become. If you’re navigating life’s trials and errors — you’re not alone.

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Expectations, Pressure & Purpose: Why I Turned My Story Into a Book & Video Podcast

The Michael Experience — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

(Subscribe to YouTube for Visual Podcast) In this episode, I’m sharing the real reason I wrote my book One Day at a Time! Life. Lessons. Love. and why I decided to evolve this podcast into a full video experience. This conversation goes beyond content creation — it’s about purpose, pressure, expectations, and the courage it takes to grow in public. We talk about: how expectations and outside pressure can dilute your message why imagery, aesthetics, and perception can distract from your purpose the moment I realized the podcast needed to evolve visually what writing the book taught me about identity, calling, and clarity why following your dreams is worth the discomfort and hard work how purpose becomes the anchor when everything else feels loud This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt torn between what people expect from you and what you know you’re meant to do. If you’re navigating growth, reinvention, or stepping into a bigger version of yourself — this conversation will meet you where you are. Purpose is louder than pressure. And when you follow it, everything else starts to make sense.

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Are Your Love Languages Helping You… or Enabling People‑Pleasing?

The Michael Experience — Fri, 15 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

(Subscribe to YouTube for Visual Podcast) We talk a lot about love languages… but not enough about boundaries. Because the truth is: love languages can tell you how someone prefers to receive love, but they can’t protect you from people‑pleasing, overextending yourself, or staying emotionally unsafe. In this episode, we’re having the missing conversation — the one about how love languages only work when they’re supported by clear boundaries, honest communication, and the courage to say “no.” We explore: why love languages can’t replace emotional safety how people‑pleasing distorts your ability to give and receive love the difference between loving someone and over‑functioning for them why boundaries are an act of love, not punishment how to enforce limits without guilt the connection between self‑worth and the boundaries you set what happens when your love language becomes a survival strategy This episode is for anyone who has ever felt drained, overlooked, or emotionally stretched thin while trying to “love people well.” If you’ve been giving from an empty place, or if your love language has turned into a way to earn closeness, this conversation will help you reclaim your emotional safety. Love languages matter — but boundaries protect the love you’re trying to build.

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Are You Healing… or Outgrowing Everyone Around You?

The Michael Experience — Wed, 13 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

(Subscribe to YouTube for Visual Podcast) Healing is beautiful… but it’s also awkward, uncomfortable, and often lonely. In this episode, we’re talking about the part of healing people don’t post about — the moment your wants, needs, and desires start to shift, and suddenly your friendships and relationships don’t fit the same way they used to. We explore: why healing changes what you want from yourself and others how growth can create distance in friendships and relationships the discomfort of outgrowing old versions of yourself why clarity feels painful before it feels empowering how to navigate the tension between who you were and who you’re becoming the emotional awkwardness of choosing yourself in real time why the journey doesn’t feel good… but is absolutely necessary This episode is for anyone who feels “in between” — no longer aligned with old patterns, but not fully settled into the new version of themselves. If your healing is shifting your relationships, your boundaries, or your identity, you’re not doing it wrong. You’re evolving. Healing hurts before it helps. But the version of you on the other side is worth every uncomfortable step.

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Do You See Her Emotional Labor — Or Just Expect It?

The Michael Experience — Fri, 08 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

(Subscribe to YouTube for Visual Podcast) There’s a kind of work women do that rarely gets named — the emotional labor, the mental load, the constant sense of “mothering” everyone around them. Thinking for people. Feeling for people. Anticipating needs. Carrying the weight of the household, the relationship, the friendships… even when no one asks, and especially when no one notices. In this episode, we’re talking about the invisible emotional labor women carry and the toll it takes when their own needs are minimized or ignored. We explore how this pattern forms, why it’s so deeply ingrained, and what it looks like to finally ask for — and receive — support. We also talk directly to men: about presence, awareness, emotional participation, and the responsibility of showing up in ways that lighten the load instead of adding to it. the invisible emotional labor women carry daily why women often feel responsible for everyone’s feelings how “mothering energy” shows up in relationships the exhaustion of thinking and planning for everyone the cost of minimizing your own needs why asking for support feels uncomfortable but necessary how men can show up with awareness, intention, and emotional partnership what shared emotional labor looks like in healthy relationships This episode is an invitation — for women to release the weight they were never meant to carry alone, and for men to step into deeper presence, empathy, and shared responsibility. Support isn’t a luxury. It’s a requirement for emotional safety, connection, and real partnership.

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Raised to Be Tough: How Men Learn to Hide Feelings and Why Softness Heals

The Michael Experience — Wed, 06 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

(Subscribe to YouTube for Visual Podcast) From a young age, many men are taught the same unspoken rule: don’t feel too much, don’t cry, don’t break, don’t need anything. So they learn to cope through toughness, distraction, physicality, or silence — anything but softness. But that emotional training comes with a cost. In this episode, we’re unpacking the mental and emotional impact of growing up in environments where vulnerability is discouraged and feelings are treated like weakness. We explore how these early messages shape men’s emotional lives, their relationships, their coping patterns, and their ability to show up whole. We also talk about the healing side — the softness men crave but rarely feel safe asking for, the strength in vulnerability, and the role partners, friends, and family can play in supporting a man’s emotional growth. We explore: how boys are taught to hide their feelings why men often cope through physicality instead of emotion the long‑term impact of emotional suppression the difference between strength and emotional shutdown why softness is not weakness but a pathway to healing how vulnerability deepens connection and self‑awareness what men need emotionally but rarely express how loved ones can support a man’s emotional development the power of presence, patience, and emotional safety This episode is an invitation to rethink what strength looks like — and to create space for men to feel, express, and grow without shame. Because emotional openness doesn’t make men less strong. It makes them more human, more connected, and more whole. Softness is not the opposite of strength. It’s the part that makes strength sustainable.

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Are You Performing for Everyone… and Neglecting Yourself?

The Michael Experience — Fri, 01 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

(Subscribe to YouTube for Visual Podcast) So many of us are performing without even realizing it. Performing in our relationships. Performing for our families. Performing at work. Performing for the version of ourselves we think we’re supposed to be. And somewhere in the middle of all that performing… we lose ourselves. In this episode, we’re unpacking the pressure to “show up” perfectly in every area of life — and the emotional, mental, and physical cost of constantly being in performance mode. We explore how these expectations pull us away from our own needs, drain our capacity, and make it harder to show up whole, grounded, and connected to ourselves. We explore: the pressure to perform in relationships, family, and work how expectations shape our identity and self‑worth why many of us feel guilty resting or slowing down the emotional cost of always being “on” how performance mode disconnects us from our needs the difference between showing up and performing what it looks like to reclaim your energy and authenticity how to build a life where you don’t have to perform to be valued This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to earn your worth through effort, perfection, or performance. You deserve to show up as your whole self — not the version of you that feels safest, most acceptable, or most impressive. You’re allowed to stop performing. You’re allowed to take care of yourself. You’re allowed to be whole.

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The Strong Friend Role: Emotional Labor, Expectations, and Men Who Carry Too Much

The Michael Experience — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:09:49 GMT

(Subscribe on YouTube, for Visual Podcast) Everyone knows the “strong friend.” The dependable one. The problem‑solver. The one who holds it together for everyone else — even when they’re falling apart inside. But what we don’t talk about enough is the emotional cost of being that person, especially for men. The pressure to be unshakeable. The fear of being seen as “soft.” The way society teaches men to swallow their feelings, minimize their needs, and push through without ever asking for support. In this episode, we’re unpacking the hidden emotional weight carried by the strong friend or strong family member — and the deeper impact it has on men who are expected to be the rock for everyone else. We explore: the emotional burden of being the strong friend why men struggle to express vulnerability how cultural expectations silence men’s emotional needs the loneliness of always being “the dependable one” why softness, comfort, and emotional presence matter the power of a simple hug, affirmation, or moment of care how to support the strong friend in your life what men need but rarely feel safe asking for This episode is a reminder that strength isn’t the absence of emotion — it’s the courage to feel, to ask, and to be held. Even the strongest men need softness. Even the strongest men need support. And sometimes, a hug means more than anyone realizes. Strength doesn’t disappear when men are vulnerable. It deepens.

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Life Lessons: People Pleasing

The Michael Experience — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:13:55 GMT

Love is not proven by how much you can handle. It is reinforced by the limits you set. People pleasing isn’t simply ensuring someone else is happy. It’s self abandonment in pursuit of acceptance. Let’s talk about it!

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Life Lessons: The Art of Letting Go

The Michael Experience — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:13:13 GMT

How do you reconcile being independent, when your foundational relationships taught you to stay close? There’s a sense of comfort, safety and familiarity when you know people, that is very hard to give up. Letting go doesn’t always have to be about “loss” it’s about letting things become as they should without your interference (control).

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Life Lessons: Different Paths! They Don’t Want It.

The Michael Experience — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:05:15 GMT

So many times we try to drag people along and make them fit in our stories and lives, like universal puzzle pieces. The problem is that they don’t fit, and no amount of wanting, wishing, waiting and loving will change that. Letting people go is often how we let them GROW. Let me share a few things from my story!

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Life Lessons: Are You DOING or BEING?

The Michael Experience — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:05:17 GMT

We spend a lot of our lives doing things! The Right thing, Wrong thing, Successful things, Learning things. But how much of that is simply BEING? The act of “being” requires depth, insight and sometimes being still. It’s a deeper understanding of why and how you move the way you do. Let’s talk about being.

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Life Lessons: Happiness Comes from WITHIN

The Michael Experience — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:05:15 GMT

We’re taught so much about what happiness is and what it looks like. However; no one really shares the path to finding it. For a while I thought other people would help define it for me but I now realize that it comes from me. I am the happiness! This sounds simple but there’s more to it than just knowing.

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Life Lessons: You Are Meant to BE YOU

The Michael Experience — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:39:52 GMT

There is something innate in all of us, that makes us special! It’s important that we learn to honor our gifts and constantly figure out how to be more of ourselves. I’ve certainly had my share of twists and turns but I wouldn’t trade most of them.

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Hard Truths: Being Still

The Michael Experience — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:05:14 GMT

Inner work is always the hardest. It’s easier to find the flaws in others and advise on a course of action but when it’s yourself, things get blurry. To accept things about how you’ve treated yourself, from yourself can be a hard pill to swallow. However; it’s necessary to be the most YOU that you will become!

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Hard Truths: Affects of Cheating

The Michael Experience — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:05:13 GMT

Cheating has so many side effects! I believe that none wins if this is the situation. Whether you’ve cheated or been cheated on, it’s important to face the hard truth about how it affected you. What are your thoughts on cheated?

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Hard Truths: Attracting Wounded People (Men)

The Michael Experience — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:05:13 GMT

There’s a saying that if keep attracting a certain type of person, that you need to look at the energy you’re putting out. Interestingly enough, it’s not always what you think. I noticed a pattern and it had less to do with me and more the do with a larger issue. Yet and still, I needed to unpack what my energy says about me. What does your energy say about you?

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Hard Truths: Right Destination. WRONG Direction

The Michael Experience — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:05:18 GMT

It’s so hard to digest the reasons why you may not be getting what you want. The hard part is often asking the question and even harder, being ready for the answer. However; the best thing often comes from accepting the truth and acting in congruence with it. Are you willing to change your direction, to get to your destination?

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Hard Truths: Check In! Let’s Chat.

The Michael Experience — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:24:30 GMT

As the Hard Truths series is underway. I wanted to check in and make sure we’re feeling GOOD! These topics can bring about a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. That’s ok! So long as you’re feeling your way through it. You’ve got this!

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Hard Truths: My Parents are My Parents (Mom)

The Michael Experience — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:05:14 GMT

My relationship with my mother is deep and extremely intricate. There are things that most wouldn’t understand, yet have great meaning to my life. Although every lesson doesn’t come well dressed or in its proper place, it comes nonetheless! What you do with it, is up to you.

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Hard Truths: My Parents are My Parents (Father)

The Michael Experience — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:05:13 GMT

My journey with my father has always been somewhat sorted. The thing I felt was so interesting, was that everyone else was more invested in the idea of him being in my life than he was. In the end, I resolved on the notion that he was who he was intended to be for me! And that’s okay!

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Hard Truths: Outgrowing People

The Michael Experience — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:05:12 GMT

There are moments when we simply must move on from people. It’s not always EASY but it is always NECESSARY! Growth requires that separate from what keeps us anchored. Including people we love dearly. The love doesn’t have to go but it must change.

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Hard Truths: Letting Go and Letting Grow

The Michael Experience — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:05:13 GMT

Realizing that a person will not be present at every phase of your life can be jarring. Yet, Instead of focusing on what you believe you lost, it’s important to realize what they were meant to give you. Each stage of growth requires something more and you can force fit because of comfort. Who are you afraid to move on from and why?

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My Story: My Spiritual Connection

The Michael Experience — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:05:14 GMT

A deeper, intimate feeling shook me at nearly 40! I surely didn’t expect it. I typically don’t connect to anyone right away but this man and I, had an electrifying connection. I couldn’t quite understand how it was happening but there I was. I had a decision to make, on whether to embrace it or not. I chose to feel my way through it. Although it didn’t continue as I’d hoped, it allowed me to experience a great possibility. Have you had a spiritual connection that you couldn’t quite explain? Did you lean in or run away?

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My Story: My Greatest Love

The Michael Experience — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:05:15 GMT

I met a man that defied all of my expectations and showed up in every way possible. It was the first time that I’d met someone so selfless. He touched parts of me that I didn’t think possible and is responsible for so much of my emotional growth. Regardless of the ending, every moment was worth the time! Have you been truly loved?

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My Story: Biggest Betrayal

The Michael Experience — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:05:13 GMT

My first relationship with a man taught me so many hard lessons. There are some I’d most definitely trade! However; the biggest betrayal isn’t necessarily about them but the betrayal of myself. Can you think of a time where you feel you let yourself down? How did you work through it?

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My Story: Beginning “Puppy” Love

The Michael Experience — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:05:15 GMT

Star crossed lovers or something cynical! I’ve seen so many people fall madly in love or head over heels. However; that was never my affliction. I remember wondering about it but at this point I feel glad to have missed it. How was your early love experience? Did you fall madly in love?

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My Story: Feeling Soft and Safe

The Michael Experience — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:00:00 GMT

I met a guy early in my dating journey that evoked a different type of emotion from me. I went from being all strength, to feeling really vulnerable. Although it was awkward at first, it started me on a journey to understanding myself deeper. It was jarring but necessary! When was the first time you felt vulnerable? Was it safe?

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My Story: Learn to Grow, Grow to Learn

The Michael Experience — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:20:16 GMT

Learning doesn’t come easy for all. It sometimes takes others a bit longer to grasp new things than others. Growth is similar, in that it doesn’t happen at the same rate, regardless of age, place and time being the same. Not everyone understands the activity or action of growth and it must be learned. Only then can growth continue and through learning! It’s a 2 step program.

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My Story: Moment of Clarity

The Michael Experience — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:00:00 GMT

There was a point in time where I was at a dead end job and in a field that didn’t compliment me. It took a patient saying “Why Are You Here?” to begin the process of figuring out what I wanted to do. Her statement has stuck with me forever! If you’re trying to decide your path, I’d implore you to ask yourself the same question! Why Are You Here?

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My Story: Authenticity and Identity

The Michael Experience — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:00:00 GMT

The road to self identity is paved with Mistakes, Upsets and Heartache! Some of which, is self inflicted and misguided. The key I’ve found to minimizing the negative impact, is AUTHENTICITY! Being yourself will allow and create space for the things that are meant for you, to find you!

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Self Journey: Toxicity Treatment

The Michael Experience — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:00:00 GMT

One of the most important things about this journey, is learning what I like and don’t! I notice things are feeling different. I notice certain relationships no longer seem fulfilling. This prompts me to examine the toxicity in my life. I believe we all should!

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Self Journey: Uncomfortable in My Gayness

The Michael Experience — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:00 GMT

I always take issue with the assumption that everyone’s GAY is the same. I’ve lived my life on my terms and in my own definition. However; it hasn’t stopped people in and outside of the community from projecting. So here’s my journey, my story, my TRUTH!

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Self Journey: Goals and Imposter Syndrome

The Michael Experience — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT

People will tell you to create goals. They will even insist that the goals reach the stars. No one tells you how to do this when you’re questioning who you are! Goal setting is the roadmap to your life, but what happens when you feel like your life is not yours? Have you ever felt out of place amongst friends or colleagues? Let’s talk about it! #imposter #impostersyndrome #selfhelp #goals #goalsetting

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Self Journey:Accountability

The Michael Experience — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT

We know we can be our worst critics but also enablers! Delusion and Deflection are at an all time high, making it easy to blame others, in an attempt to avoid responsibility. However; that doesn’t take absolve you. When was the last time you held yourself accountable? #selfhelp #selflove #selfdiscovery

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Self Journey: Me First! Prioritizing Self

The Michael Experience — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT

There are moments when we think of everything and everyone before ourselves! Although well intentioned, it does leave a void in our Self Wealth. Let’s unpack the reason I believe we do this and how to begin prioritizing self first. Question: When you wake up, what/who do you think about first?

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Self Journey: Do I love ME? Or Love me NOT!

The Michael Experience — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT

We can be so hard on ourselves, about ourselves! Fixating on truly unimportant characteristics, while ignoring the ones that matter most. It’s time we love everything about ourselves, even the things we believe someone else won’t like. More often than not, we create our own chaos surrounding who we are. When was the last time you judged yourself? Adversely, when was the last time you loved your way through it?

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Self Journey: Embracing Single Life

The Michael Experience — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT

After being single nearly 3yrs, I’ve decided to call it quits! I’ve met some amazing and not so amazing people across my journey but none of them seemed to truly be ready FOR ME. I’m not dating for now, I’m dating to find my husband! #dating #love #2026 #relationships

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Bonus: Masc Only! NO Fats, NO Fems

The Michael Experience — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Dating in general is subject to preferences, which we all have. However; these often blend into prejudices that become hyper focused and in many ways weaponized. Where is the line between just stating what you like and berating what you don’t? Have you been accused of shaming on either end?#preferences #lgbtq #pronouns #dating

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Dating:The Perfection and The Catch!

The Michael Experience — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT

There’s often this idea that you’ll find the “PERFECT” person and they’ll just have and know everything you need! Unfortunately this isn’t true. The right or perfect person is the one you decide to grow and create love with. It’s a series of experiences, that cause you to do things you never thought possible, while expanding your mindset. Are you ready to create your PERFECTION?

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Spiritual Contracts (Bonus Episode)

The Michael Experience — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:07:13 GMT

I believe that there are people who are meant to walk with you on your journey, for a predestined purpose. It is no mistake that the people I mentioned in this episode, came into my life to show me what they did. Can you recall meeting the right person at the right time?

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Dating: Rose Colored and Love Laced

The Michael Experience — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Desperation can take you out of your character! The pursuit of love and companionship can create a rose colored glasses effect or love laced feeling. It’s important to realize reality in the moment and not get swept away. Have you ever been caught up?

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Dating: Maturity & Time

The Michael Experience — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Maturity seems to be the one attribute that eludes time! Why is it that we stay mentally and emotionally stagnant, when experience is ongoing? What does perception do to those who feel their beauty is limitless? Let’s talk about the dating shelf life and how the goal post seems to keep moving.

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Dating: Preoccupied Prospects

The Michael Experience — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Have you ever moved on before you were truly ready to? Did you push forward or take time? I’ve found that many people attempt to move forward, leaving a trail of broken hearts and spirits along the way. Let’s try untying the emotional knots!

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Dating in Deficits: SUPPRESSION, AGGRESSION and REGRESSION!

The Michael Experience — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:00:12 GMT

To understand where YOU ARE! You must ACKNOWLEDGE where YOU’VE BEEN! So much of how we connect and interact, is informed through childhood. As we get older it doesn’t always mean growth. Just more time using what we knew. Growth in your Emotional and Mental capacity requires work. When was the last time you took an inventory of your progress? More importantly, how are you showing up? #dating #datingadvice #datingtips #gay #men #lgbtq #relationships #gaydating

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Dating Journey: Mental & Emotional Health Matters

The Michael Experience — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 21:00:29 GMT

We are all the sum of our life’s experiences! Many of which are formed in childhood. From the ways we Connect, Love and Manage Emotions… or Not! It’s a delicate yet intricate process of challenging what you know and understanding what you need to. Is your Emotional and Mental in check? #dating #datingadvice #datingtips #gay #lgbtq #love #relationships #mentalhealth

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Dating & Direction: Rejection and Honesty!

The Michael Experience — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:00:14 GMT

Truth can be a key to a universal lock! Once you’re honest with yourself, about yourself; you can then expect and respect it from others. Rejection is a part of this! You’re going to be on the giving and receiving end at some point. How comfortable are you in both?

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Dating Requires DEPTH

The Michael Experience — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 21:00:15 GMT

The Dating Formula is INTENTION + ACTION= WORK! You have to be ready to put in the work to cultivate and curate the relationship you want. Readiness isn’t solely about a checklist. It’s a mindset, mixed with forward motion.

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Dating After Love: A Black Gay Man

The Michael Experience — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:07:17 GMT

Dating after I’d been in love changed. I no longer could accept or engage in certain things. Let’s talk! What’s the current dating landscape and What’s the problem? #dating #lgbt #gay #datingadvice #gaydating

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