#9 - Fear: The Great Preserver, or the Great Destroyer? Part 2.

The dramatic conclusion to our discussion on fear, where we further explore the role of fear in relationships. Lots of personal stories, and other juicy content! We consider how some concerns may actually be less about the emotion of fear than about rational risk management. Steph recounts her stint as a successful matchmaker, and how it helped her overcome some of her own dating fears. She introduces us to some important classifications of single people: beautiful people, interesting ducks, and dirty pervs. Bryce laments men's general tendency towards creepiness (sometimes his own!). Paul shares a deep story from his personal dating history, as well as a Cold War analogy for why men and women don't put themselves out there more. Bryce shares his own story of facing his fears, especially in dating, and Steph admits she sometimes subconsciously sabotages her own dating efforts (don't we all). Paul shares his skepticism about Marianne Williamson's famous quote ("Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.") and Steph defends its validity. All of that, and much more!

Our special guest Steph Shoell can also be heard on her excellent podcasts: 

http://www.notablepeeps.com/ and http://www.utahfanclub.org/