Welcome to Love, Lies & Scandals
Where passion meets poor judgment — and we try to learn from it.
This is a place for people who still believe in love, even after reality has offered several strongly worded counterarguments. You’ll find real stories, practical insights, emotional survival tools, and the occasional reminder that you’re not the only one figuring things out as you go.
Scott (the older, allegedly wiser one) and I explore relationships, mental health, personal growth, and the strange ways life teaches us lessons we never signed up for.
If you’re tired of shallow advice and prefer honesty with a sense of humor, you’re in good company here.
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👉 Quick Reset That Actually Works
I tried this when my energy crashed — surprisingly effective.
The 5-Minute Walk That Resets Your Brain
When my brain hits that “nope, we’re done here” wall, I’ve learned not to argue with it. ADHD brains burn fuel fast — especially during new or stressful tasks — so sometimes the most productive thing you can do is… step away.
A fast 5–7 minute walk works like a system reboot. Movement boosts dopamine, improves blood flow, and clears mental fog surprisingly fast. No special gear required — just shoes and mild determination.
Scott and I are both in the “earlier 40s meets late 60s experiment club,” and this one consistently delivers. You don’t come back superhuman — just functional again, which honestly is a huge win.
If your brain suddenly clocks out mid-task, try walking before reaching for more coffee. It’s the closest thing to a reset button that doesn’t require a password.
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The Cynical Romantic
Stories, observations, and hard-earned insights about love, connection, and why humans keep trying even when history suggests caution.
👉 Judge me or commiserate with me.
Do Better. Be Better.
Practical tools for mental, emotional, and physical health — without perfection pressure.
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Bonus Series
Curated series that dive deeper into specific themes — from love and relationships to personal growth and life’s unexpected chapters.
👉 Join me as I poke fun at love and relationships.
Latest from the Blog
👉 stories, and questionable life decisions — newly published.
Cupid’s Last Stand
Because love may be unpredictable, but comfortable clothing shouldn’t be.
A collection of thoughtful, funny, and occasionally suspiciously relatable items inspired by relationships, resilience, and the human condition.
Elevate your outfit with the men’s premium heavyweight tee. The tee has a structured, classy fit and is both durable and soft thanks to its ring-spun cotton material. Layer the t-shirt or wear it on its own and enjoy great looks with little effort!
• 100% combed ring-spun cotton
• Charcoal Heather and Carbon Grey is 60% cotton and 40% polyester
• Fabric weight: 6.5 oz/yd² (220 g/m²)
• 20 singles
• Regular fit
• Side-seamed construction
• 1 × 1 rib at collar
• Single-needle edge stitch 7/8″