In this insightful episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit tackles a wide range of topics centered around mental health, relationships, trauma, and personal growth. She opens with a grounding reflection on resilience and self-care, emphasizing the importance of therapy, breathwork, and holistic wellness.

Throughout the episode, she provides in-depth advice on:

• Recognizing and managing anxiety and trauma responses
• Setting healthy boundaries with toxic family members
• Navigating romantic relationships, including dating lulls and long-term compatibility
• Understanding attachment styles and their impact on relationships
• Using therapy as preventative care rather than a crisis tool
• Handling friendship loss and social isolation
• How to tell when a relationship is no longer serving you

Listeners engage with real-life questions, from navigating generational trauma to the importance of self-worth in relationships. Dr. Spirit offers powerful insights and practical strategies to heal, grow, and build fulfilling connections.

Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] – Opening reflection: The importance of resilience and finding joy in small victories
• [00:02:00] – The power of deep breathing and recognizing when your nervous system is dysregulated
• [00:05:00] – Engaging in therapy and holistic wellness beyond just talk therapy
• [00:07:00] – Dear Spirit: Managing mental wellness when dealing with toxic family members
• [00:11:00] – Setting boundaries with elderly loved ones while maintaining respect
• [00:12:00] – Navigating dating lulls and assessing compatibility in relationships
• [00:16:00] – Avoiding the mistake of treating dating like a marriage
• [00:17:30] – Breaking the habit of only going to therapy in times of crisis
• [00:22:00] – The importance of preventative mental health care
• [00:23:00] – Dealing with friendship loss and feelings of social inadequacy
• [00:28:00] – Healing intergenerational trauma and setting clear boundaries in family dynamics
• [00:35:00] – Understanding anxious and avoidant attachment styles in relationships
• [00:47:00] – Designing a structured relationship plan with your partner
• [00:53:00] – How to know when a relationship is no longer for you
• [00:58:00] – Managing trauma triggers when people don't keep their promises
• [01:06:00] – Closing thoughts: Prioritizing your mental health and accessing support

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