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Ep 18: Dear Therapists: Boundaries, Beliefs & Family Struggles | Listener Dilemmas
In the second Dear Therapists episode of Relational Lives, Ali and Ros respond to two powerful listener letters, offering comfort, validation, and gentle reflections for those navigating emotionally complex relationships.
Letter 1:
This dilemma from a listener explores the painful question of whether it's okay to end a friendship over racist and anti-immigrant comments.
Letter 2:
This letter shares the emotional weight of living in a home overshadowed by trauma, silence, and a father’s unpredictable anger.
If you've ever struggled with loyalty versus boundaries, or found yourself stuck in a difficult home environment, this episode is for you.
Shownotes:
Episode: Dear Therapists: Boundaries, Beliefs & Family Struggles | Listener Dilemmas
In this episode:
00:00 – Introduction
00:43 – Letter 1: Is it okay to end a friendship over politics?
03:00 – Politics vs. personal identity
06:00 – Boundaries, beliefs & losing a friend
10:00 – Changing friendships in early adulthood
13:14 – Letter 2: Walking on eggshells at home
15:23 – Trauma, silence & cultural complexity
18:15 – Surviving a difficult home environment
22:00 – Finding support outside the home
25:30 – Final words to our letter writers
Resources mentioned:
📍 Domestic violence and family trauma support (check local services or charities)
Previous episodes on:
Understanding Anxiety:
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ghvvi-1852bb6
Understanding Gen Z - A Cross-Generational Chat:
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-qpewe-18a1acc
Connect with us:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relational_lives
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relationallives/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relational_lives
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Relational_Lives
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tempo-psychotherapy-services-33a00318/
Want to share your story or come on the show to discuss your dilemma? Write to us and we might cover it in a future episode. Drop us a message at [email protected] or you can anonymously complete our form here: https://forms.office.com/e/qcrCkbhPiT. We’d also love to hear updates if you’ve written in before.
Subscribe for future episodes on OCD, trauma, attachment and more mental health topics. If you found this episode helpful, please like this video or share it with a friend.
Disclaimer:
Please remember, this is not meant to be a replacement for personal therapy and is for information and self-reflection only. Please reach out to an appropriate professional in your area if you feel you need individualised help.
Credits:
Hosts: Alison Bickers and Ros Peckham at www.mytempo.co.uk
Music by: Stile Tree Studio
Produced by: Synergy Podcast Studio
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By relationallivesIn the second Dear Therapists episode of Relational Lives, Ali and Ros respond to two powerful listener letters, offering comfort, validation, and gentle reflections for those navigating emotionally complex relationships.
Letter 1:
This dilemma from a listener explores the painful question of whether it's okay to end a friendship over racist and anti-immigrant comments.
Letter 2:
This letter shares the emotional weight of living in a home overshadowed by trauma, silence, and a father’s unpredictable anger.
If you've ever struggled with loyalty versus boundaries, or found yourself stuck in a difficult home environment, this episode is for you.
Shownotes:
Episode: Dear Therapists: Boundaries, Beliefs & Family Struggles | Listener Dilemmas
In this episode:
00:00 – Introduction
00:43 – Letter 1: Is it okay to end a friendship over politics?
03:00 – Politics vs. personal identity
06:00 – Boundaries, beliefs & losing a friend
10:00 – Changing friendships in early adulthood
13:14 – Letter 2: Walking on eggshells at home
15:23 – Trauma, silence & cultural complexity
18:15 – Surviving a difficult home environment
22:00 – Finding support outside the home
25:30 – Final words to our letter writers
Resources mentioned:
📍 Domestic violence and family trauma support (check local services or charities)
Previous episodes on:
Understanding Anxiety:
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ghvvi-1852bb6
Understanding Gen Z - A Cross-Generational Chat:
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-qpewe-18a1acc
Connect with us:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relational_lives
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relationallives/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relational_lives
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Relational_Lives
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tempo-psychotherapy-services-33a00318/
Want to share your story or come on the show to discuss your dilemma? Write to us and we might cover it in a future episode. Drop us a message at [email protected] or you can anonymously complete our form here: https://forms.office.com/e/qcrCkbhPiT. We’d also love to hear updates if you’ve written in before.
Subscribe for future episodes on OCD, trauma, attachment and more mental health topics. If you found this episode helpful, please like this video or share it with a friend.
Disclaimer:
Please remember, this is not meant to be a replacement for personal therapy and is for information and self-reflection only. Please reach out to an appropriate professional in your area if you feel you need individualised help.
Credits:
Hosts: Alison Bickers and Ros Peckham at www.mytempo.co.uk
Music by: Stile Tree Studio
Produced by: Synergy Podcast Studio