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In this episode, Molly discusses the emotional toll of breaking up with friends and family over political differences. She emphasizes that these breakups are not just about politics but about personal values, trust, and respect. Molly encourages listeners to reflect on their relationships, identify toxic dynamics, and set boundaries to protect their mental health. She also highlights the importance of finding supportive communities and acknowledges the grief that comes with distancing from loved ones. Ultimately, the episode is a call to prioritize personal peace and emotional safety in relationships.

At a Glance:

• Many people are silently struggling with political breakups.
• Politics has become intertwined with personal identity and values.
• It's valid to feel grief over lost relationships due to political differences.
• Identifying toxic relationships is crucial for emotional safety.
• Setting boundaries is essential for protecting your peace.
• You don't owe anyone access to your life.
• Finding new support systems can help during difficult times.
• Letting go of toxic relationships is a brave act.
• Choosing peace over toxicity is a necessary decision.
• It's okay to grieve the loss of a relationship.

Reflection Points

Pause + Reflect:
Ask yourself: When I think about political differences, do they feel like disagreements — or do they feel like dismissals of who I am and what I care about most?

Journal Prompt:
Write down the emotions that come up for you when you think about the relationship that’s been hardest to navigate. Is it grief? Anger? Guilt? Naming them helps you move through them.

 Reflective Question:
Am I consistently smaller, quieter, or less myself in this relationship?

Prompt:
Write about what peace looks like for you in your relationships. What does it feel like? Who in your life already gives you that feeling?

Final Reflection:
Take a moment to ask yourself: Where in my relationships do I feel peace, and where do I feel constant tension? That answer may guide your next step.

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