Rediscovering Childhood Excitement: A Journey with Josh
Episode Overview
Reflect on childhood moments of pure excitement.
Understand how adult responsibilities can overshadow joy.
Recognise the mixed emotions tied to adult milestones.
Consider the fleeting nature of temporary highs.
Explore ways to recapture genuine happiness.
When was the last time you just felt that pure, like, giddy childhood excitement?
Ever wondered why childhood excitement feels so pure and unattainable as an adult? In this episode of Alcoholics Unanimous, Josh dives into the concept of 'pure giddy' - that unfiltered joy we experienced as kids. Remember the thrill of a birthday party with a bounce house or the anticipation on Christmas Eve? Josh reminisces about these moments and questions why such excitement seems to fade with age.
He discusses how responsibilities and life's anxieties often overshadow our ability to feel that same level of joy. Sharing personal anecdotes, Josh explores how adult milestones like buying a car or getting an apartment bring mixed emotions of excitement and stress. He even touches on the temporary high from drugs and how it pales in comparison to the innocent joy of childhood.
Through humour and honesty, Josh encourages you to reflect on what brings you true happiness and whether it's possible to recapture that childhood glee. If you've ever felt nostalgic for simpler times, this episode is a must-listen. So, what sparks your excitement today, and how can you bring more of that into your life?
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Josh Woida
Josh Woida
Episode 18: Pure Giddy
Episode 18: Pure Giddy
Episode 18: Pure Giddy
Tuesday 1st April 2025
Josh explores why childhood excitement feels so pure and how we can recapture that joy as adults. Reflect on what sparks your happiness.
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Rediscovering Childhood Excitement: A Journey with Josh
Episode Overview
Reflect on childhood moments of pure excitement.
Understand how adult responsibilities can overshadow joy.
Recognise the mixed emotions tied to adult milestones.
Consider the fleeting nature of temporary highs.
Explore ways to recapture genuine happiness.
When was the last time you just felt that pure, like, giddy childhood excitement?
Ever wondered why childhood excitement feels so pure and unattainable as an adult? In this episode of Alcoholics Unanimous, Josh dives into the concept of 'pure giddy' - that unfiltered joy we experienced as kids. Remember the thrill of a birthday party with a bounce house or the anticipation on Christmas Eve? Josh reminisces about these moments and questions why such excitement seems to fade with age.
He discusses how responsibilities and life's anxieties often overshadow our ability to feel that same level of joy. Sharing personal anecdotes, Josh explores how adult milestones like buying a car or getting an apartment bring mixed emotions of excitement and stress. He even touches on the temporary high from drugs and how it pales in comparison to the innocent joy of childhood.
Through humour and honesty, Josh encourages you to reflect on what brings you true happiness and whether it's possible to recapture that childhood glee. If you've ever felt nostalgic for simpler times, this episode is a must-listen. So, what sparks your excitement today, and how can you bring more of that into your life?