This episode's caller has a complicated relationship with his absent father who acts more like a friend than a parental figure. He contemplates whether to invest more in the relationship or break free from the shackles of untrustworthiness and lack of responsibility.
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Embrace Their Humanity

New York Times best-selling author, relationship expert, and licensed therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab gets to the heart of relationships in her new podcast, You Need to Hear This. Glover Tawwab guides influential guests and callers alike on the healthy way to set boundaries, improve interconnections, and find peace of mind in their daily lives. Through actionable plans and emotional support, Glover Tawwab outlines simple steps that lead to big changes. Each week, Nedra listens to a caller's dilemma and advises them on navigating the turbulent waters of their life. Face it, relationships are hard, but they don’t have to be. Listen, and learn how to transform unpleasant  connections, communicate your needs, and communicate at a higher level. You Need to Hear This every Thursday on iHeart Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. 

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Self-Improvement

This week's call comes from a mother in the midst of a brutal and messy divorce. She fears for the safety of herself and her children while feeling abandoned by those who are meant to help. Nedra offers places to turn and encourages the rest of us to be a resource for those that need it.
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Support Those In Dangerous Situations

This week, we hear from a caller who disapproves of some questionable romantic interests of her long-time bestie. When this friend resorts to keeping her escapades a secret, the friendship is left on rocky terrain. 
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Un-Blur the Line Between Your Business and Mine

This week, we hear from a caller who feels their—once extremely close—in-laws are playing the blame game with an incident from many years ago. The dynamics of the family have shifted and tensions are high. Nedra offers a simple solution to return to semi-normalcy.
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Declare There Is No Bottom

This week, a caller is having trouble moving forward in a relationship that has been altered by the loss of its "buffer person." Nedra discusses how the circumstances of a relationship can change in an instant and how to navigate the new terms and conditions.
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Brace For Impact

Today's caller is feeling the cold shoulder from an extremely close friend. The lines are blurred between friendship and something more, and the codependency is making this rift feel that much more painful.
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Embrace Their Humanity

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