Affirmation can feel weird, vulnerable, and even suspicious especially if you grew up in a home where it wasn’t practiced intentionally. In this episode, Jennifer Bandy welcomes Liz back for an honest conversation about why affirmation is not about hype or flattery, but about helping people feel seen.

Together they unpack why receiving kind words can trigger mistrust, how trauma and stress can keep our brains on high alert, and why self compassion has to come first. You’ll hear practical ways to start small, like mirror affirmations, sticky notes, breathing through discomfort, and learning to simply say “thank you” without dismissing it. They also explore how intentional affirmation can shift marriages, parenting, and connection over time, one real moment at a time.

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