Overcoming challenges requires listening, healing, and the willingness to accept reality.

In today's Advice Column episode, Courtney answers two listeners' questions on dating and supporting a loved one on their adoption journey. She shares insight on finding a compromise and assessing your needs, as well as holding space for a partner's trauma while also taking care of your own emotions. You'll hear Courtney's continued evolution with intentional living while navigating several unknowns. 

Do you have a question you'd like some advice or coaching on? Email or DM Courtney on the Hustle for Happiness podcast or her personal page for a chance to have your question on our next Advice Column episode!

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In today's episode, we cover the following:

• High, low, buffalo: the joy of home, medical follow-ups, sourdough bread-making
• Question #1: Do you believe in the right person, wrong time?
• Seeking genuine connection in your relationships
• Question #2: My husband is adopted and just found out as an adult. He's having a really hard time navigating what he's going through, and as his wife, I'm trying to understand better
• Holding a non-judgemental space for loved ones navigating trauma
• Finding support together as a couple and separately on your own individual journeys

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Resources mentioned: 

• Episode 01: Overcoming the Odds: From Orphan to Grateful Adoptee
• Safety, Recovery and Mental Health Resources
• Episode 04: Advice Column: Dating, Communication & Breaking Old Habits
• Episode 09: (Advice Column) Embrace the Talk: Fueling Love & Growth Through Effective Communication
• Read The Primal Wound by Nancy Newton Verrier 

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Let's connect!

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