In this episode, we break down imposter syndrome, talk about what it is, who gets it, and top 5 tips for dealing with it. Join Penney and me as we explore the times where we have combated imposter syndrome in our lives and what tools we are using to stop perfectionism, shame, and fear from running the show. Here's to brave explorers and compassionate connections in our lives that stop imposter syndrome in its path.

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Please welcome guests Tina and Tori to the pod with this week's episode where we get the whole Hilltop Wellness team together for a candid conversation about the past two years of starting a new and women-owned business. We discuss the strengths and weaknesses we have found throughout this journey as well as what our "whys" were in starting the company.

Stick around to the end of the episode to hear everyone's favorite memories are from the last two years and share lots of laughter with us as we tell some fun stories.

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Mini Ep. 8 Breaking down the barriers that helped us redefine what success means in business (30 min) - Found at www.patreon.com/untanglingrelationships ep. released every other week.

Penney and Janae talk about what it was like becoming business owners through trials, barriers, and industry stigmas. They discuss the different relationships that support them in their work and the importance of those relationships. Join us on Patreon to listen to this week's companion episode on advocating for your mental health at work and recognizing burnout.

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www.hilltopwellness.net - A Retreat getaway for all

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The actionable steps you can take to have conversations about boundaries. Use these phrases and steps to guide you through the hard conversations of boundary setting.

1. Find a time to have the conversation where you can have a clear, calm, and confident voice.

2. Use a gentle start-up

3. Be direct, specific, and clear about your needs

4. Allow the other person to express their perspective and feelings

5. Find common ground and understanding that meets both of your needs and boundaries

Tips at the end of the mini-episode for what to do and say if your boundary conversation goes sideways. ❤️

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This episode breaks down a lot of myths about boundaries and gives some clarity on the key parts of what boundaries are, how to set them, and how to know when and where you might need more or fewer boundaries. Penney and I are really proud of this conversation and hope you can gain some new perspectives about boundaries!

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This episode covers how shame might be popping up in the relationships you have in your life. Listeners will learn how to recognize the signs of shame and criticism in how they are communicating with their significant others, their kids, or themselves.

Continue learning about the antidotes to criticism and defensiveness in this week's mini-episode at www.patreon.com/untanglingrelationships

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call 988 or text 988

For more information about the Four Horsemen and Dr.s John & Julie Gottman, you can go here https://www.hilltopwellness.net/blog/why-the-gottman-method

We are talking about our own relationships with our significant others. We talk about a few Gottman Skill techniques we use in our relationships like rituals of connection and turning towards. We break down 5 relationship myths and give some perspective on moving away from those societal expectations of what your relationship is supposed to look like.

For more resources, you can check out our Patreon companion episode for a 30-minute breakdown on implementing and using the emotional bank account in your relationship. www.patreon.com/untanglingrelationships

Links we talked about in this episode

Gottman Card Decks- Iphone

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gottman-card-decks/id1292398843

Gottman Card Decks- Android

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.carddecks&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1

This episode opens up the conversation around mother-daughter relationships and dives into shame, parenthood, growing pains between parents and children and so much more. We hope you enjoy this episode! 

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This episode invites you to explore your relationship with yourself and your goals for 2023. 

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