Relationships Made Easy

271. Ask Dr. Abby: When You Feel on the Outside with Your Partner, Their Ex, and Their Kids


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What do you do when your partner gets along great with their ex and wants to spend all holidays and main events with them and the kids? You’re invited too, of course, but you feel like a third wheel somehow and you’re wondering how to fit in. Do you push your feelings aside for the greater good or draw boundaries around your needs? Today, I’m answering a question from one of you as we figure out the right thing to do.  ____________________________ Full blog and show notes:  https://abbymedcalf.com/ask-dr-abby-when-you-feel-on-the-outside-with-your-partner-their-ex-and-their-kids Pick up a copy of my new book, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Ease and Joy and learn how to create and hold healthy boundaries. abbymedcalf.com/boundaries Dr. Abby Medcalf TEDx talk - The Real Reason Relationships Fail abbymedcalf.com/tedx

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