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Episode 2067:
Sara Stanizai's article explores the challenging yet necessary consideration of cutting ties with toxic family members to protect one's mental health. Stanizai offers insightful advice on distinguishing between uncomfortable behavior and emotional abuse, fostering healthy conflicts, and the importance of accountability in relationships, providing readers with the tools to navigate these difficult decisions thoughtfully.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.prospecttherapy.com/blog/2020/11/12/cutting-toxic-family-ties
Quotes to ponder:
"If you are uncomfortable because of a family member’s behavior, you don’t need to suffer in silence."
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2067: Is it OK to Cut Ties With Toxic Family Members by Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy on toxic Emotional Abuse & Healthy Conflict

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Episode 2174:
Explore effective strategies for financial planning and saving as a new mom in Amy Beardsley's insightful guide. Discover practical tips on managing impulse purchases, meal prepping, and leveraging health savings accounts to make the most of your budget. This empowering advice ensures you prioritize your baby's essential needs while maintaining financial stability.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://smartmoneymamas.com/save-money-new-mom/
Quotes to ponder:
"Making the choice to set aside some time and energy to make a financial plan will relieve so much stress going forward."
"Marketers know new mamas want the best for their children. They’re especially good at pressuring you into thinking you need things you don’t."
"Above all, focus on your values and what your child really needs - your love, care, and comfort."
Episode references:
Family Medical Leave Act information: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs): https://www.irs.gov/publications/p969
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): https://www.healthcare.gov/have-job-based-coverage/flexible-spending-accounts/
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2174: How to Save Money as a New Mom by Amy Beardsley of Smart Money Mamas on Health Savings Accounts & Motherhood

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Episode 2173:
Discover how Dr. Laura Markham's expert guidance can help siblings develop emotional intelligence through everyday interactions. Her strategies include modeling empathy, coaching through conflicts, and teaching repair skills, all aimed at fostering a harmonious and understanding family environment.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/read/emotional-intelligence-social-skills-siblings
Quotes to ponder:
"When parents talk to their children on a daily basis about what everyone in the family feels and needs, siblings become more sensitive and emotionally generous to each other."
"Good judgment often develops from bad experience."
"Children who find that they can help their sibling feel better are empowered, and the sibling relationship is strengthened."
Episode references:
NonViolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg: https://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Marshall-Rosenberg/dp/1892005034
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2173: 7 Ways to Help Siblings Develop Emotional Intelligence Skills Every Day by Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy Kids

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Episode 2172:
Explore the often overlooked complexities of friendship dissolution with insights from Dr. Marisa Cohen of Luvze.com. This episode delves into why friendships end during stable periods of our lives, offering a deeper understanding of the emotional intricacies involved and guidance on navigating these delicate situations.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.luvze.com/friendship-dissolution-the-whys-and-goodbyes/
Quotes to ponder:
"Friendships may dissolve without either party experiencing any overt dissatisfaction."
"A friend recently asked me for advice regarding a breakup, it was not with a romantic partner, but with a friend."
"Ending a friendship a bit more complicated than when ending a romantic tie."
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2172: Friendship Dissolution: The Whys and Goodbyes by Dr. Marisa Cohen of Luvze on Breaking Up with Friends

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Episode 2171:
In Evan Marc Katz's article, he discusses the intriguing dating dilemma of Tara, a woman who, despite her initial goal of finding a committed relationship, finds herself hesitating when the opportunity presents itself. Through Tara's story, Katz explores the common emotional battles and societal expectations about dating, emphasizing the importance of honest self-reflection and clarity in one's dating intentions.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/dating-tips-advice/do-you-want-to-have-your-cake-and-eat-it-too
Quotes to ponder:
"You can’t have it both ways."
Episode references:
Match.com: https://www.match.com/
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2171: Do You Want to Have Your Cake and Eat It, Too? by Evan Marc Katz on Dating & Relationship Advice

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Episode 2170:
Sara Stanizai delves into the emotional complexities faced by those whose loved ones come out as transgender, offering insightful advice on navigating these personal challenges with compassion and understanding. She underscores the importance of affirming one's partner's identity through actionable steps, emphasizing support, acceptance, and the significant role of therapy and community groups in this transformative journey.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.prospecttherapy.com/blog/2020/10/12/my-loved-one-is-transgender
Quotes to ponder:
"Although this is new to you, it is not always new to your loved one."
"When your partner first tells you that they are questioning their gender or that they’re trans or nonbinary, it’s normal to have questions."
"The best way to start is through affirmative behavior. Your loved one may ask to go by different pronouns than they previously did."
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2067: Is it OK to Cut Ties With Toxic Family Members by Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy on toxic Emotional Abuse & Healthy Conflict

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