Your New Side Quest
Derrick Monis + Zac Trieu
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S1E34 34. How DEEP will you go?
Small talk might break the ice, but it rarely builds a bridge. In this episode, we share why deeper conversations matter, how a simple card game helped me connect on a whole new level, and why…
S1E33 33. To FEEL is to be HUMAN
I asked ChatGPT what it would do if it could be human for a day… and its answer shifted how I see life. In this episode, we explore why our ability to feel—both the highs and the lows—is not…
S1E32 32. The Content that FEEDS your SOUL
In this episode, we explore our evolving relationship with content creation: Not just what we make, but why we make it. Derrick shares how he’s recently found alignment in storytelling-style reels…
31. Your Sense of BELONGING
In this episode, we dive into a personal story about leaving a community we helped create, a pickleball group, after realizing it no longer aligned with our values. We explore the deeper reasons why…
S1E30 30. PLAY the GAME
In this episode, we dive into the early stages of dating — where attraction, honesty, and strategy often collide. We talk about what it means to express romantic interest early, why being “a good…
S1E29 29. Living in ALIGNMENT
In this episode, we talk about what it really means to live in alignment and why it matters. We share stories about finding our creative flow, learning to say no to things that don’t serve us, and…
S1E28 28. PASSIONATE versus Companionate love
In this episode, We explore the difference between fiery, passionate love and the slow-burning warmth of companionate love. We share personal stories from intense attraction to steady connection and…
S1E27 27. Just ASK her out already, BRO!
In this episode, we dive into the emotional toll of holding back when you’re into someone. We share personal stories of crushes that never turned into anything—all because they waited too long. We…
S1E26 26. You gotta STOP SIMPING!
In this episode, we talk about being a SIMP. Basically abandoning ourselves in hopes that we can somehow win a girls affection. Listen in our unfortunate journeys of simping for a girl.
S1E25 25. The 3 sources of HAPPINESS
In this episode, we talk about the 3 places where you can find happiness - if you are searching for it. We explain how Experiences, Growth, and Contribution helps you in cultivating happiness within…
S1E24 24. From Uncertainty to Certainty
In this episode, we explore how clarity doesn’t come from overthinking—it comes from showing up. We talk about how investing effort into what you’re unsure about is the only real way to find out if…
S1E23 23. Am I ATTRACTIVE Enough?
In this episode, we dive into a conversation Derrick had with a friend who felt like he just wasn’t on the radar with women—and how that used to resonate with both of us. Together, we unpack the idea…
S1E22 22. From Imagination to REALITY
In this episode, We talk about the true essence of creativity... how it’s not just for artists, but for anyone willing to bring an idea to life. We share the behind-the-scenes of our recent reel at…
S1E21 21. When Love means LOSING yourself
In this episode, Derrick and Zac unpack the emotional cost of changing yourself just to feel chosen. From childhood comparisons to chasing love through self-abandonment, they reflect on their…
S1E20 20. Escaping the SUFFERING
In this episode, we are diving more into the unhealthy ways we try to escape discomfort. A few of our friends drink alcohol until blackouts, take drugs recreationally, while we both admit to fapping…
S1E19 19. It's NOT love. It's LIMERENCE!
We talk about how limerence consumes you to the point of delusion, crafting an idea of a person that is not aligned with REALITY. Love doesn't feel anxious. It feels SAFE and consistent.
S1E18 18. When SHIT hits the fan
In this episode, we talk about our lowest point in our lives and how that actually ended up becoming our catalysts for GROWTH. Come with us on our journey exploring who we became despite our…
S1E17 17. LOVE withOUT Labor
In this episode, we talk about other sources of love, outside of romantic love, that can fulfill you. Mainly, how friendships can give that longer lasting love and how it is different in comparison…
S1E16 16. You MAD bro? Let's talk about it.
In this episode, we are discussing how we react to emotional triggers or reactions when involved in conflict. We recently been through so BEEF within our Pickleball group and we wanna explore how we…
S1E15 15. Opportunity is a PLANE ticket AWAY
In this episode, we are talking about traveling opportunities - what it's like traveling for work vs. vacation, how we came upon these opportunities, and what it takes to attract these opportunities…
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