CALLING HOME with Whitney Goodman, LMFT

How To Balance The Needs Of Your In-Laws, Your Parents, and Your Own Family


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Balancing the needs of in-laws, parents, and your new family can be challenging, especially when merging families with different backgrounds and expectations. In this episode, Whitney discusses why open communication, clear boundaries, and empathy are key to maintaining balance. I

Takeaways

  • Balancing the needs of in-laws, parents, and your new family requires open communication and clear boundaries.
  • Prioritize your immediate family while considering the needs of your extended family.
  • Compromise and individual relationships with in-laws and parents can help navigate conflicts.
  • Consider setting boundaries or distancing yourself in cases of abuse or harm
  • Timeline

    03:58: Negotiating Contrasting Dynamics and Tensions

    06:18: Standing Up to Traditions and Family Norms

    08:20: The Importance of Open Communication and Clear Boundaries

    11:04: Deciding the Role of Your Extended Family

    16:26: Seeking Professional Support and Setting Boundaries

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