Missing your childhood? Struggling adulting? In this episode we discuss whether we really are happiest when children, the value in novelty, the challenges with growing up, and much more!Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

We continue our exploration of breakups. In this episode we discuss coping mechanisms, dealing with negative emotions, how to reach out for help, and much more!Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Struggling with a recent breakup? We've all been there. In this episode we discuss when it's time to breakup, how to avoid relapse, how long it takes to recover, and much more!Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Spending too much time worrying about how you look? In this episode we discuss whether looks should matter, self-acceptance, optimizing yourself, changing beauty standards, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Going through a dry spell? We've all been there. In this episode we discuss the importance placed on virginity, common struggles which result in sexual insecurity, getting better at sex, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Have you had a self-help phase? In this episode we discuss the common pitfalls around self-help, how it can still be valuable, the different types of self-help, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Ever been in a fight? In this episode we discuss when it is and isn't necessary to fight, the dangers of escalation, combat sports, and much more!Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

What fandoms are you a part of? In this episode we discuss the appeal of fandom, why fans go overboard, how healthy fandom can be achieved, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Having trouble partying too much? Or maybe it's partying too little. In this episode we discuss the difficulties with partying from a number of perspectives, and also question the value of partying itself.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Why does confidence matter? In this episode we discuss the value of confidence, negative vs. positive confidence, being honest with yourself, and much more. *Book on mastery Milos mentions is: Mastery by George LeonardOleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How do you go about tackling modern dating? In this episode we start by discussing how we've navigated modern dating before getting derailed by an argument about capitalism and consumerism.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Why is it so common to see extremism, polarization, and partisanship in modern life? In this episode we discuss the importance of moderation, when it is and isn't appropriate, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Having difficulty reading enough? In this episode we discuss what stops people from reading, our reading journeys, our favourite books, the value of reading, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How should you be navigating the pitfalls of drinking? In this episode we discuss the utility and limitations of alcohol, the many types of drunks you meet, our recommendations for young people, and more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How does one go about understanding foreign policy? In this episode we discuss the confusion around foreign policy, how it's just as complex as other academic fields, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How do you avoid being captured by ideologies? In this episode we discuss the dangers of aligning yourself with an ideology, why they are tempting, when they can be useful, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Do find yourself disagreeing just for the sake of it? In this episode we discuss the value of contrarians, playing devil's advocate vs. contrarianism, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Having trouble eating in moderation? So are we! In this episode we discuss our love of food, rituals around eating, fasting, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Having trouble getting in shape? In this episode we discuss setting realistic fitness goals, the problems with the fitness industry, harmful fitness standards, and more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Should you be pursuing happiness? In this episode we discuss the usefulness of happiness as a goal, how to define happiness, happiness via internal vs. external means, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How do you find your purpose in life? In this episode we discuss what "finding purpose" means, whether it's even a useful phrase, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How do you successfully get a job? In this episode we discuss our work and job hunting experiences, common concerns when seeking a new job, how to overcome those concerns, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Should everyone go to university? In this episode we discuss our experiences with university, whether it was necessary, how to make the most of it, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

Why bother traveling? In this episode we discuss the value of travel, how to go about it sensibly, setting realistic expectations, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

What's wrong with modern movies? In this episode we discuss art vs. content, the issues with mainstream movies, the purpose of cinema, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How do you strike the right work-life balance? In this episode we discuss how seeking a work-life balance isn't a fixed objective, UBI, finding pleasure in work, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast

How do you make a difference? In this episode we discuss setting the right goals, how to be practical when trying to make a difference, and much more.Oleh The Life’s Difficult Podcast

Why are we starting this podcast? In this episode we discuss why this is a podcast for everyone, the modern human experience, living a good life, and much more.Oleh Life’s Difficult Podcast