Break Free from Toxic Relationships! Election Madness & Dating with Autism

[@MayimBialik]

🔥Alright, two polls for you on this one that we'd love your feedback on down below -- 1.) Which type of intelligence are YOU?? Take the VeryWellMind quiz linked in the episode description and let us know! 🧠 2.) Which TBBT character did you relate to more, Amy or Sheldon?? ⚛

[@matiaspereira9382]

@@MayimBialik I related to both Sheldon and Amy but since you're asking us I'll go with Sheldon. Like Sheldon I love lots of movies, I have routines and have trouble interacting. I also related a lot to early Amy when she was very similar to Sheldon. She's also very loyal and patient

[@suzan604]

I took the quiz. I have Visual-Spatial Intelligence

[@Dejaneharris]

@@MayimBialik when I’m masking for social approval I’m Amy, when I am unmasked, unhinged, and unbothered I’m Sheldon! 😇👻

[@MichelleKannegaard]

Intrapersonal Intelligence, and definitely Amy

[@rhoward295]

I have naturalistic intelligence, but have a strong sway into the analytical.

[@VanessaSamuels-v5x]

I didn’t think that Amy was a bad character on Big Bang theory I think she was the perfect match for Sheldon in that she was definitely a good way to bring him out of his shell and you did a great job Mayim ❤

[@psymompa]

Amy ended up being my favorite character 👸

[@emilyemily444]

Agreed, I felt Sheldon needed a strong female love interest, someone who wasn't afraid to let him know he can push his boundaries/try new things & the world wouldn't end. If anything, I feel like Amy had a lot of the same characteristics as Sheldons mother- in a good way😊

[@jessaguilar239]

Agreed🫶🫶🫶 Amy was the best!

[@jillianbaer5217]

100% agree! Amy became my absolute favorite character from the second she appeared! She challenged Sheldon & they helped each other get out of their comfort zone. They were great for each other. No matter the context of their relationship. Everyone needs someone like that!❤

[@jillianbaer5217]

​@@psymompasame! ❤

[@sarahlewis1284]

I will forever be an Amy Farrah Fowler defender, because I have so much love for that character. I think with Sheldon and Amy, they completed each other in many ways. They were so much alike, that they blended effortlessly and it showed when they started living together. She loved Sheldon for who he was and I think Amy changed him in some ways but if you really look into their relationship, Sheldon really changed for Amy because he loved her and I think thats beautiful. You played Amy so beautifully and you made us love such a wonderful character. Thank you, Mayim!! I loved this whole conversation between you and Jonathan. It was great!!

[@debbiecurtis992]

I just saw a clip that Mayim's podcast was disappointing someone. But I think Mayim is AWESOME!! AND that some people just aren't happy unless they're putting someone else down so they can feel superior. We LOVE YOU MAYIM!!

[@Badshotgaming2]

My family would love to see Amy and Sheldons next chapter. Raising the kids.

[@Dejaneharris]

I have Autism/ ADHD and I have been waiting for an episode like this and it made me emotional. Thank you so much this was so helpful ❤ I would love if you brought an autism specialist on to further discuss this topic of relationships and friendships!

[@alisongreene4586]

41 y/o female here! Menopause specialist on the show, please! I'd love that. I really want to learn more before all this hits me

[@bettier]

I would love to hear all about the neuroscience of it all.

[@AuntieMamies]

Same. I'm 37 and I really think I'm going through perimenopause. Crazy how early it hits

[@maggiedixon6309]

DR Mary Claire Haver is awesome and has a ton of content on the subject on KZbin. She would be a phenomenal guest!

[@lacey7168]

@@maggiedixon6309Dr Felice Gersh is AMAZING as well… I believe a little more educated on how the hormones work in the body. I do love MCH but Dr Gersh is incredible

[@alinetabosa7191]

When I started watching TBBT I thought Sheldon would be alone, but as soon as Amy appeared I was sure they would be the best couple, and that's what happened. I finished the series last month and they grew a lot as a couple and also as people. Amy and Sheldon are my favorite characters!! ❤❤

[@marisamartinezolivera]

@@alinetabosa7191 Mine too. We “discovered” TBBT during the pandemia, being secluded at home. Anf for my husband and me is a kind of comfort show. We still review two episodes per week..And yes, Amy and Sheldon grew up together in such beautiful way!!

[@rociovn9608]

Thank you so much for talking about perimenopause/menopause, I'm 41 yo and just had my doctor told me I'm perimenoupause, for me the worst are the mood swings, I have them all and feels like shit, I have never felt this depressed and anxious. I'm looking forward for that menopause specialist to be in the podcast.

[@m_brokenleg]

Being in my 60’s after a life of hormones up and downs, Polycystic ovary syndrome and menstrual disorders..I can swear that menopause is the best period of my life! Thanks for speaking about menopause/perimenopause times!

[@traceycrigger236]

I have/had ? PCOS. Now after menopause it just developed into some insulin resistance. Menopause has provided some hot flashes every now and then, some mood issues, etc. I am glad you aren't having issues.

[@dawnhughes9942]

I'm 30 minutes in and sobbing my eyes out. I'm ASD, been in a DV relationship with no way out for 10 years. Once police and authorities label you as autistic, they no longer consider you credible or even sane. You lose all civil rights. No one believes you. You are truly all alone. Please keep having these conversations. Please keep giving us a voice. Thank you

[@MayimBialik]

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[@lyndsaybrown8471]

My goodness, I hope you are safe now.

[@triciahamill8018]

Document everything! Hide video or audio recorders and keep a log of incidents . I used a draft of an email and just kept adding to it. Please work towards getting out of the DV situation 💗 You're not alone

[@marisamartinezolivera]

Two episodes in a week!!! The awesomeness continues!! After Dr. Chopra one that I’m still “digesting” and letting the teachings settle (I couldn’t watch it live) now comes my fav MBB episodes and probably the ones from which I learn the most: The fabulous AMA episodes! ❤

[@amandaplavan5121]

Thank you for being exactly what I needed! Thank you for talking about perimenopause! I am struggling to stay asleep (almost 44) and it's so frustrating. I tattoo, so I need a steady hand and solid rest. Thanks for talking about all that you do. I truly appreciate and admire you! ❤❤❤

[@AnastasiaNav-if8pb]

Mayim, you are such an inspiration. I'm a huge Amy fan and you've done a damn good job! I really enjoy your podcast and wish I could meet someday someone like you and say „Yeah, thats my friend“. Sending love 🫶🏻

[@emmirarodriguez4355]

Noooo. You were my favorite!!! Every time I rewatch TBBT, I look forward to your episode. I love her whole character. You also have a big role in showing a different "non-normal gal" can also find her mate. ❤

[@MOE-db8oc]

As Jonathan pointed out, we all have mixes of intelligence. Some are stronger than others and even several are stronger than others. This is where we should expose ourselves to experiences and find out, as best we can, who we are. For my wife and I, this is how we have raised our kids. Get them out there to experience as many things as possible and encourage them to chase those things they enjoyed (usually what they were good at) and push them to excel at those things (high expectations). So far so good.

[@MayimBialik]

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[@andreadavis6446]

Women’s hormonal health episode yes pls! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@weerez8786]

love when you give advice on this podcast. really helps me get through some difficult situation’s, #1 podcast!

[@MayimBialik]

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[@deec411]

What worked for me was going on a dating website (Our Time since I'm over 50) with ZERO expectations and only responding to men who approached me. I was at a place where I was happy with myself after a lot of inner work and didn't need anyone to make me happy. Ed and I have been together over 6 months.

[@MayimBialik]

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[@deec411]

@@MayimBialik Am I really texting with Mayim Bialik???

[@summermercier1901]

Thank you for talking about helping/supporting someone with a hording disorder. Your show is greatly appreciated.

[@BrentmcCull]

This gives me hope for my son who is on the spectrum. Intelligent but struggles socially.

[@jillmacchitelli6473]

The scene in BBT when Amy says she’s afraid that the things that are hers will be subsumed into the things that are theirs, really resonates. It’s important not to lose ourselves in relationships. I think there’s a little bit of Sheldon & Amy in all of us. You both did a wonderful job with those characters.

[@gambinotorriosaenz9453]

You were in the shelf for a long time. You came back to acting. You played a character. That was not the leading role. But you made it the leading role. And you nailed it.

[@chrism6764]

I'm a very "high functioning" autistic. I just use my symptoms as quirks and lean into it. I think of it as a feature not a bug.

[@JacquesieKwaakie]

It’s true that many individuals often focus solely on expressing their own viewpoints in discussions. Yet, a transformative strategy for navigating any argument or debate is the practice of critical thinking-a skill that seems increasingly rare in today’s society. This approach encourages us to delve deeply into reading, cross-reference diverse sources, and genuinely consider a multitude of perspectives. By doing so, we cultivate empathy, allowing us to connect with others on a more profound level. This effort to engage with information holistically not only enhances our understanding but also fosters more meaningful and compassionate conversations. Embracing critical thinking is not just an intellectual exercise; it’s a rewarding journey that enriches our lives and strengthens our shared humanity.

[@tooken6861]

I love y'all so much. Thank you for everything you do ❤️

[@samsmulders7908]

Blessed with 2 amazing episodes in one week🙌🏼! Always love an AMA. You explain everything so well, Mayim❤️. I can listen to everything you say all day every day. Number 1 podcast 🙏🏼

[@MayimBialik]

Glad you enjoyed them! Thanks for sharing and for being here! 🧠🫶

[@orland0110]

Really great episode. I love seeing two episodes in one week on your channel. Much love to you, Mayim! ❤

[@Mamoiikooo]

I hope one episode of the MBB will be with Jim Parsons!

[@AudreyRyon-c6b]

Me tooo

[@lowings848]

Excellent episode. Thank you for this Mayim. ❤

[@omriom]

Wow two episodes bon a week❤ I'm still watching again and again the podcast from last Tuesday 😊 שבת שלום

[@DragonflyWishes]

First off, I want to tell you that I love your podcast so much. I am generally a quiet observer, I will watch and like but never comment, mostly because I tend to obsess on replies (or, more importantly, the lack there of). However, this episode was so fascinating to me that I just had to comment. I love the idea that there are different types of intelligence. As I was watching I realized that most people can probably identify with more than one at a time. I think intelligence can be influenced by the people we surround ourselves with, the situations we are in and who we are inside, so I don’t feel like it’s possible to determine intelligence with simple Q&A’s. I think we can gain a better understanding if there was a more in-depth, multilateral and situational approach. Imagine what we could learn about ourselves? Having been raised during the same time as Mayim, where you were either smart or not smart, this is very comforting to me. I grew up with an older brother who struggled so much in school just to get a "C" average but could take apart a truck and put it back together in a weekend. He could tell a story that would have you laughing so hard you couldn't breathe. On more than one occasion I can recall hearing people say "he's just not very smart". On the contrary, he was incredibly smart. While he would fail dismally on a math test that was put in front of him, he could figure out all of the math and other aspects to put a vehicle back together on his own. TBBT is my all-time favorite sitcom. It is my comfort show. It is the one show I will put in the background no matter what I am doing. It brings me so much joy, laughter and comfort. I can relate on some level to each character. I admire Amy’s patience and vulnerabilities and I can relate to Sheldon’s need for routines and organization. Thank you both for all that you do and share with us.

[@andizwank4483]

I loved the moment of affirmations between these two, at the end!

[@beatrizcarter9172]

Dr. Bialik, I am so thankful for you and these breakdowns. Your reliable and digestible information is so refreshing for me. As a Latina single mother achieving her masters in therapy. At times, language is a huge barrier for comprehension and understanding of professors and doctors. But your channel makes me feel like I can understand so much more and if I ever to decide perusing a doctorate it may be achievable. So, thank you so much Mayim. I hope calling you by your first name is appropriate although you don’t know me. You’re very inspirational to me. Take care. 🙏🏼🤗

[@MayimBialik]

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[@mercimercado9988]

Thank you Mayim and Jonathan! I love your podcasts and this one was so informative and fun! I have learned so much from your podcasts and this one in particular has given me a better understanding of so many things. It is sad that in the past the education system was lacking so much in so many areas. So many of us grew up thinking we were not intelligent, or something was wrong with us. Thank you, for this it means alot. 💖🙂

[@barbbrazes869]

Love your channel! 2 menopause: expert podcast guests suggestions: Stephanie Faubion, MD and Mary Claire Haver, MD. It would be great to listen to you discuss with either of these experts!❤

[@lacey7168]

Dr Felice Gersh! Best / most educated perimenopause hormone expert

[@louisbonilla6780]

"Ask Mayim Anything" are my favorite episodes - love the Drowning Man story😂❤

[@EF-fv1hc]

51:14 I‘d love to hear an episode about that too! Statistically, I‘m far away from menopause but I think, it‘s important to talk about and improve mutual understanding.

[@lwontherez7927]

I was already ON an SSRI when I went through perimenopause and menopause; and I almost didn’t notice it at ALL!! A couple (one or two) of night sweats and maybe three or four hot flashes. Tough but not crazy tough by any means. The worst part for me were the fibroid tumors, which a lot of (especially American) women develop during perimenopause. For me, they made periods extremely painful, and I looked like DEATH due to the amount of blood I was losing with each period. Gray and white countenance. I tried to do iron IV’s; but they just made the bleeding ten times MORE. So, I really DID feel like I was giving up the ghost! I toughed it out though through those years. And have fully completed the process. You almost forget the ups and downs life used to consist of-and mine had been OFF THE CHARTS HORRIBLE during my fertile years. -Couldn’t take the pill because I’d had several deep vein blood clots, and the pill brings a clotting risk but it DOES help with hormonal mood swings.

[@goat8477]

Great episode! Every time I think that you outdid yourselves, you guys manage to top even that. At 61 I have left the hormonal dances behind me. I started painting, which is my very personal path back to paradise. I engage in spiritual self observation and even discover things. And.... AND! I don't have to jump through anyone's hoops anymore. It is just awesome this wonderful mature, stable womanhood. (And I can eat chocolate when I feel like it 🙂)

[@fioprz]

TBBT is my favorite tv show and definitely Sheldon will be forever my favorite character. ❤ I love the relationship of him with Amy. They grew a lot through the seasons. 😊

[@claudiadebrida1938]

I totally relate to Amy more, and that's probably because you are such a great actress!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 It just feels real and spontaneous

[@Beesknees923]

Thank you for this episode. My daughter-in-law is on the spectrum. I now live with them. Although I am a retired teacher that worked with children with special needs I want to explore and grow in the area relating to adults. What book(s) would you most recommend?

[@vanessastevenson6101]

I'm new to the channel, Amy I'm loving this mix of hard fact, light hearted comment, but getting the point across! ❤😊 this is a great format and feels like we are all having a chat! 👍🏻 thanks Amy and Jonathan... ❤

[@MayimBialik]

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[@sangeetat6848]

Yay!! My favourite Mayim talking about Big Bang Theory experiences, what more could I have asked for.. ❤❤ haven’t yet recovered from breakdown with Dr Deepak Chopra.. need to watch a few more times to let the learnings sink in

[@MayimBialik]

🙏🙏🙏

[@KathyGleason-q7v]

You guys are awesome 😂! Kathy from Boston I was told I was not smart. They created sped with my generation being pulled out was a daily reminder. I have a super smart mother honors! My Dad struggled with math and reading:/ he taught me so much more about being smart and successful in life. He went to my high school because they would not let me take journalism class because i wasn’t on work study. I had all my points to graduate when I was in 10th grade. Ms Zimmerman did not let me take her class! My boss Marion Zimmerman let me work from home so I could raise my children!!! She was ahead of her time they set me up with my computer and she ,her words” I am to much of a b**tch to sell my company so we retired 29 years together medical coding for ER’s. Thank you for this wonderful episode.

[@KathyGleason-q7v]

You guys are awesome 😂! Kathy from Boston I was told I was not smart. They created sped with my generation being pulled out was a daily reminder. I have a super smart mother honors! My Dad struggled with math and reading:/ he taught me so much more about being smart and successful in life. He went to my high school because they would not let me take journalism class because i wasn’t on work study. I had all my points to graduate when I was in 10th grade. Ms Zimmerman did not let me take her class! My boss Marion Zimmerman let me work from home so I could raise my children!!! She was ahead of her time they set me up with my computer and she ,her words” I am to much of a b**tch to sell my company so we retired 29 years together medical coding for ER’s. Thank you for this wonderful episode. Kathy

[@simplehumandesign]

Intrapersonal Intelligence is my test result which is one of the ones I picked for myself when Mayim explained them. Great episode, I love ask Mayim anything! Love the Amy/Sheldon duo in TBBT, re-watching at the moment and just at the part where Amy breaks up with Sheldon is Sheldon is trying to get her back in his own way. This storyline is important to show because he obviously loves her, but not in the traditional ways that non-autistic people show love. You can tell that Amy is torn because he's her perfect person but she wants respect too.

[@melissa.lundquist]

I identify with Amy’s character so much and my husband is a lot like Sheldon. (He even has his own spot on the couch) It was refreshing to see that type of relationship on T.V. Also, it helped us to navigate social situations with our friend groups. Most importantly, it gave us permission to laugh at ourselves. Now I want to watch the series all over again. 😂

[@christinakoch2738]

Great episode yet again! ❤

[@danaw23]

I want to tell you how much I love your podcast, but I just found out you don’t like compliments, so I won’t. This was the first ask Mayim anything episode I watched and I hope you do many, many more. This was educational, sensitive, informative, evidence based, and still very entertaining because of the relationship of both of you. In a world where anyone can post anything on the internet and people believe it no matter how absurd (👨🍴🐶🐱), it’s refreshing to listen to two intelligent people discuss a variety of topics. Thank you so much.

[@timmyjupiter8641]

Took the quiz and I'm in the "Intrapersonal Intelligence" category, and the reasons they gave were spot on.

[@ShellMiller7272]

What type of intelligence am I lacking if I can't find the "Ask Mayim Anything" section of your website 😂? This is another great episode. 👏 👏 👏

[@MayimBialik]

Feel free to submit your question here, Shell, or DM us on Instagram! 😊

[@HEIDIBrayInMaine]

No questions just a big thanks for validating everyones feelings and perspective 😁😁

[@silentsabbath]

I just found out that Moon Unit Zappa wrote a memoir, and I immediately thought of you, Mayim, and how great it would be if you would interview her about her story.

[@jillianbaer5217]

This couldn't be more relatable to my life rn! Single mom wanting to date now after 2 years single. Although I've heard & I KNOW I'm kind of a tough nut to crack. Lol it takes me a little while to warm up to people & presumably vice versa. I've been burned before in relationships REALLY bad! DV & just VERY toxic relationships left me more guarded. It's hard to trust anyone after that. I RUSHED into every relationship. Especially my last & WORST! He love 💣 the heck outta me! I fell for it😔 If someone moves WAY too fast it's bc they're worried their "mask" will fall off before they "HAVE YOU"😳 thank you for bringing awareness to these important topics❤

[@lhmccool67]

Same, same! 🫂🫂

[@AudreyRyon-c6b]

I love Amy and Kat there two of my favorite characters in anything, and you played the roles so well❤

[@logandockery1512]

Hey Mayim Bialik will you ever feature Jim Parsons Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco in your next couple episodes of Breakdown or something like that

[@Historian212]

At this point, I suspect that if any of them were interested in appearing on the show, they'd have done so by now. Johnny G. seems to have stepped back from show biz, I think except for music. And who can blame him? He's been acting since childhood, made a ton of money on TBBT, and has at least one child at this point. Kaley C. has a toddler and a husband, along with doing movies and streaming series, a new company connected to dogs and dog welfare, plus ads sometimes. Jim and his husband live in NYC most of the time now, I read, because he loves theater and is currently appearing on Broadway in his 6th or 7th show since TBBT started (he used to do them during summer breaks from TBBT). Unless one of them has a project to plug, I doubt we'll see them on the show. I could be wrong, of course. That's just how it looks to me.

[@logandockery1512]

@Historian212 Well they do live pretty darn good lives Post-Big Bang Theory so who are we to judge

[@AudreyRyon-c6b]

I wish she does it would be so cool

[@logandockery1512]

@@AudreyRyon-c6b And yet Kaley Cuoco is still finding work in spite of family matters

[@erineileenj608]

I love the AMA episodes! I need to submit a question one of these days. ❤🧠🤓

[@MayimBialik]

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[@HH-gv8mx]

I just got out of a 4 1/2 year relationship with someone I thought I loved who started up sweet and charming, but ended up being physically abusive. He broke my bones and broke my front teeth. Mayim addressed so many of the warning signs that I refused to recognize in the beginning. He was definitely the type to copy and paste the same messages to multiple women. I thought I was the only one he was talking to bc he seemed so sweet and innocent. He even lied and told me that he was a virgin. Which was so bizarre because I wouldn’t care either way, but I later found out he had been sleeping with a married woman before me.. There was definitely financial control, very little depth in our relationship, I was always the one who had to keep it going, even if he punched me in the face. It was always my fault. I made him do it. A lot of trauma bonding. I don’t think he ever said sorry, but he would do acts of service to make up for his physical abuse.

[@donnawallace2676]

I love love love you and although I may not always agree, I sing your song in my head all the time!! I also had an NDE and OOB and have learned so much!!!

[@CutieWarrior-ol8ik]

I took several IQ tests in my childhood (at ages 5,10,13,16 and 19) because "she's so quiet and not focused on things." I often felt stupid because I found things difficult that seemed so easy for others. Especially since these tests always showed results above average. Some then assumed I had bad intentions. I was so happy when I found out a few years ago that there are different types of intelligence and that I'm just not wired for some things. I mainly have spatial intelligence, intrapersonal intelligence and linguistic intelligence. And yes, that was tested too. Also ADD but that's another matter☺️

[@MayimBialik]

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[@larissalima1092]

What a great podcast. I absolutely love to know about the multiple intelligence theory ❤

[@vivianpolikar4446]

Hi! Love your show! Yes! Bring a specialist to talk about peri menopause!

[@Evagabrielle11]

I love Amy and Mayim! I find Mayim so inspiring and as a 13 year old girl I really look up to her! It would be my dream to meet her someday ❤

[@camatubeofficial]

TBBT lo guardiamo tutti i giorni con i miei figli 😂 Saluti dalla Sicilia. ❤ Grande Mayim

[@Marylandgal0508]

Such a beautiful explanation of Sheldon and Amy's characters. I can't believe others are mad lol. No one knows the character like the character herself!! Mayin understands what drives amy because she IS amy !

[@leticiajulianaavelarfreire3690]

I thought it was awesome that my first name is Letícia and I'm a single mother thinking about getting back to the dating world! Although it wasn't me who made the question I appreciate your response SO MUCH! Nevertheless my life is much more complicated this episode got me considering many things so I'm so grateful!!! ❤

[@ValentineGalindo-lc4uz]

I have always had a strong sense of fear/anxiety! My mom asked me the other day why that is. I told her I really don't know. Ever since I was a kid...if I thought things thru and realized an action could cause pain I was going to avoid that like the plague...so I never had a broken bone or serious medical issue based on accident. Fear was just baked in...so ask the baker, God. Only God knows! 😂

[@hollylewis5302]

Dr. Mayim! OMG! Please do an in-depth discussion with an expert on MENOPAUSE, PERI, DURING, POST!! I've been in hell since that first moment at the grocery when I went, "Was that a hot flash?" That was late 40s, then 50 came and destroyed me! I took bioidenticals for years but now can't afford them. Would my brain and body benefit for continued natural hormones at this age of 63? Is there an organic way, other than eating 10 tons of yams, to get them? Are synthesized hormones better than they used to be and are women still at risk for breast cancer if you take them? How to help with the brain fog and depression? And, kind of off of the subject, I've personally become more or have developed dyslexia as I've aged. Is that normal or should I see a neurologist or does it really matter at my age, just cope with ti (leaving that so you can see) and let my brain do whatervre (there's another one). Thank you!! xoxo

[@elishaminor2900]

Very intresting show.You two always look at both side of the topics . I love to compare and contrast mental dialouge between couple to see all the warning sign. Of a person who could be obsessed in a relationship.

[@subdynoman]

Amazing you have Ed as your intro! Just subbed and your amazing! Looking forward to your vids 😊

[@MayimBialik]

So glad you found us!! 🙌🧠🫶

[@joyharmon1110]

Yes, circular arguments. My X used to do that. He had a firm belief that he was smarter than me. One of the ways that he validated that belief was to keep changing the subject during an argument. This resulted in many long arguments which, in the end, had no point. During the long silence afterward, I often thought, "I don't even remember what the original issue was." Game and point for him. It took me a few years to understand what was happening. At that point I just refused to continue any discussion that clearly did not have a logical end. I remember finally telling him, "When you get like this, I know there is no point in talking to you. From now on, I am just going to walk away when you do this." Now the ball was in his court. It took him a couple of years, but he eventually chose leaving over cooperating.

[@staceystrukel1917]

I experienced the same thing. Abusers love to argue often, it gives them attention. It took me years to figure out what he was doing and stop reacting. They will always leave when you stop participating in their drama. They need the chaos, they can’t stand peaceful, logical people.

[@anerby1]

Amy made Sheldon better!!❤❤❤ And you were hilarious on the show😂😂

[@chenryrex]

I just subscribed and will have to come back because I don't have time to do a real post but, want you to know that I really enjoy seeing you online. I can't help but laugh, though, because of "Fun with Flags". LOL

[@kathysutter6968]

Mayim I love your podcasts and Jonathan is great. I think my fav guest so far was the women who had the near death experience in the parking lot of the synagogue. Now about those gold drapes with the white fringe. My mom had them way back in the day. And when she was done with them gave them to me. Lol

[@cathyray6030]

Super interesting episode! Thank you! 🙂❤

[@AmandaTrybula]

That episode where Sheldon shows Amy his storage unit...I cried. It was so touching and I felt very seen as well.

[@Historian212]

Here's one I got from my ex-husband, while we were separated and he was dragging his feet when it came to signing the divorce papers: "I know you better than you know yourself." RUN, people. Don't ever fall for that shite.... And yes, I finally succeeded in getting the divorce, but I had to get a lawyer to contact his lawyer with a warning letter, after a year of waiting; suddenly, everything moved forward. Unbelievable.

[@RVOPuttPuttProductions]

As a 60 year old woman I agree about the post menopausal glee! My periods were so heavy and cramps so bad every single month. I never took birth control cuz it just wasn’t on my radar. And I didn’t take hormones through peri menopause. I white knuckled it. I wish I had my 19 year old body, but I’m glad to have done without all that estrogen and pain.

[@mienafriggstad3360]

Thank you for bringing awiairnes to dating people on the spectrum. My husband of 25 years; our daughter 19 and our son 16 are all on the Autism spectrum. Now they are having to deal with me being in perimenopause 🔥🤦‍♀️

[@gauntlettolife833]

A podcast subject and person to interview is Dr. Mary Claire Haver regarding perimenoause and menopause. There's so much value in what she knows, and a big aspect of It is indeed the effect reduction and eventual loss of oestrogen has on mental health and cognitive function. Love the podcast and especially with an international flavour 🇨🇦 👌

[@MargoMarshall]

I’d love an episode with Dr Mary Clare Haver for an episode on menopause ❤

[@HEIDIBrayInMaine]

Im about 20 minutes in and you've described all of my relationship choices which is why I'm single for 5 years because I realized that while they were toxic THE COMMON DENOMINATOR WAS ME 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 i was choosing this and i needed to know why and then heal that part of me and im still working on it ❤

[@Anna-ur7tg]

Mayim, appreciate you & your podcast. One small clarification: we are born with all of our eggs. We run out of eggs - we don’t “produce” and then “not produce” eggs- when menopause hits.

[@darkinfini]

Thanks you Mayim for this work

[@MayimBialik]

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[@Me-on1tq]

In my religion, the bahai faith, we believe in what's called independent investigation of truth..so something you guys were saying about individuality and politics and how each one will do what they wanna do and think what they think anyways reminded me of that principle of the bahai faith and we all have to think for ourselves and in some ways that song of frank sinatra 'my way' ..to me is actually godly ..cause we have to be ourselves and think for ourselves and at the end of the day we'll all be ourselves anyways

[@Stephanie_Ella]

My ex and I knew each other for 3 months (in 2002) when I moved in.. predictably, the relationship didn’t last long. We married in 2004 and divorced in 2005, and he kept trying to pull me back in until I threatened a restraining order in 2009. I think he could see that I was happier on my own and he didn’t like that. 🤷🏻‍♀️ What’s concerning to me now is that, even though he was constantly getting on my case about my weight, he is now with a woman who is larger than I ever was. Clearly he targets women whom he believes have a low self-esteem and therefore are easy to manipulate ie: "I’m the best you’ll ever get". Literally one of the first things he ever said to me was "my Dad has a sailboat" and he bragged about how much money his PARENTS had.. as if that made HIM a better catch. His current wife recently had a "slip and fall" in a hotel bathroom and I cannot help but think that he did that to her. 😔

[@juliebradford8522]

Bio-identical hormones are an incredible way to help women with perimenopause and menopause. The most important thing regarding this issue is to find a doctor/nurse practitioner who Specializes in menopause. I am a 67 and still use my bio-identical hormones. I am under the care of a doctor who tests my hormones, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. at least once a year. It's a process and you need to be patient with yourself but using them has changed my life for the better! I feel great and still have a sex drive. 😊 More women need to know about this subject and that they don't need to suffer through this period of their lives, but actually thrive!

[@JujubeeDIY]

I would love to see more chats about women's reproductive health and how different conditions affect the hormones and, in turn, can affect our mental health. Like PMDD, ADHD, PMS, PCOS, etc. I have one daughter who has ADHD and PMDD and another who has PCOS and ADHD. I myself have ADHD and have entered perimenopause and I can see us all struggling with our mental health at different times through our cycles.

[@matiaspereira9382]

I'm autistic Mayim! I love Sheldon and Amy in Big Bang Theory! I really related to them. I believe both of them might be autistic. Sheldon Cooper and Amy Farrah Fowler are the best fictional couple ever created!

[@beereaucrat3233]

It is the INTENTION of politics to drive you mad.

[@BrianSmith-ek6he]

Related to "your to sensitive" is "your overthinking it." I have an ex that used to say that everytime I wanted to discuss something that had upset me.

[@deec411]

There's someone for everyone comment--What about Raj?? When the series ended I believe he was still single ???

[@helenwilliams7552]

He just hadn't found his someone yet....

[@monicamacie1807]

I listened to that podcast Johnathan mentioned too. Made me decide to stay single.

[@VernaFerguson]

45 mins in menopause Chinese--- I have a book written by a 38th? generation Chinese Dr called Second Spring. It is full of all kinds of tips with dealing with menopause and aging for women. Great book I bought serval and gave to friends and family.

[@HEIDIBrayInMaine]

Ive been subscribed for quite a while ❤ im a lifer ❤

[@HEIDIBrayInMaine]

Additionally there is no way to MAKE anyone FEEL or DO anything short of threatening to unalive them otherwise and even then you're given a choice lmao 😂❤ I can't believe I had to be 45 years old to finally see that and 5 years later I actually believe it which is so much more important ❤❤

[@bkgdnoize111]

Thank you this is great.

[@HEIDIBrayInMaine]

I can vouch for toxic relationships autosm dating... And election garb UGH im curious though where this is going to go abd happy to hang out with you guys .. Ive been out of the dating pool, on purpose for 5 years! I needed and still feel like im working on me.. i tend to lean toward the familiar which is toxicity because i was raised in it!