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October 8, 2024 23 mins

In this episode of Modern Gays, Daniel and Garet open up about insecurities, plastic surgery, and how unsolicited advice can derail our self-confidence. From Garet’s experience with a recent surgical procedure to Daniel’s vulnerability about thinning hair, they explore the weight of personal insecurities and the judgment we often feel from others. Why do we care so much about what people think? They dive deep into the ways technology and social media amplify this pressure, while also challenging the instinct to offer advice when it’s not asked for. Can we truly walk in someone else’s shoes, or is it time we all learned to trust ourselves more? Listen in for laughs, raw truths, and some hard-earned wisdom.

 

Key Highlights

  • Plastic Surgery Stories: Garet shares his recent experience getting surgery and how it affected his self-image.
  • The Unsolicited Advice Club: The hosts discuss the pitfalls of giving advice when it’s not wanted, particularly in LGBTQ+ spaces.
  • Social Media Pressure: They examine how public routines and online life invite judgment and curiosity, even when nothing’s changed.
  • Empathy vs. Relatability: A conversation about when sharing your own story doesn’t help someone going through their own experience.

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