In this deeply personal and reflective episode, one half of the Mere Mortals opens up about his recent wedding. From the quiet maturity of wearing a ring to the raw emotional challenge of delivering vows, this episode explores how major life events can reshape our identity in surprising ways. It's a meditation on commitment, vulnerability, and the power of presence.
(00:00) - The Big Reveal: I Got Married!
(00:28) - Does Marriage Change Anything?
(01:50) - Our Reverse Life Timeline
(03:08) - The Surprising Impact of the Ring
(04:33) - From Boy to Man: Maturity Hits
(06:46) - The Emotional Challenge of Reading Vows
(09:53) - Emotional Blind Spots and Public Speaking
(11:12) - Realising Stage Comfort Isn’t Real Comfort
(12:47) - Same-Same but Different: On-Stage vs In Practice
(13:10) - Chaos, Cake, and Going with the Flow
(14:03) - The Beauty of Imperfection in Weddings
(14:41) - Final Reflections: Be Present, Be Well
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