"Never Been Less Thirsty" with Maddie Silva - Therapy Roulette (102)

 On the Therapy Roulette podcast (102), Michele admits that she’s struggling to be creative during quarantine. She talks about writing journal pages, inspired by David Sedaris’ book, Theft by Finding: Diaries. This week’s guest is Maddie Silva, an LA-based writer and self-proclaimed pasta water evangelist. Michele and Maddie discuss how hard it’s been to write a script or ANYTHING since the pandemic started. They agree it’s okay to surrender to erratic fits of productivity.

 They bond over a love for the paranormal show, the X-files. Maddie divulges that her therapist is breaking up with her because she needs a break, goddammit! Maddie prefers a therapist who is kind and compassionate, whereas Michele prefers a cold-shouldered, bitchy approach. Maddie confesses that her friendships have been strained lately with one married friend moving out of state and another friend getting pregnant (all without consulting her first!). The ladies discuss using sarcasm as a defense mechanism and commiserate over being forced to socialize at work. Maddie also mentions that she almost missed meeting her boyfriend because she was too stubborn to be set up!

Talking Points:

• Creativity & Passion Projects
• Journaling & Creative Writing
• Motivation for Hobbies
• Finding the Right Therapist for You and Your Needs
• Overanalyzing Situations
• High Expectations for Friendships and Dating
• Dating Apps (Hinge) & Examining Dating Profiles
• The Television Show The X-files
• Benefits of Therapy

Top 3 Quotes

1. “Lower your expectations for people … it’s a two-way street- you both have to reach out” (55:29)
2. “Without the structure of my routine, I have more time to fuck around” (9:40)
3. “Obviously, a PhD means nothing if they gave one to you...” (37:00)

MOTIVATION
“Success is your own definition” (50:00)

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Comedians mentioned: Sarah Silverman & Kate Berlant
Comedy venues mentioned: Dynasty Typewriter

​Book mentioned: 
​Theft by Finding: Diaries by David Sedaris https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/32498038-theft-by-finding