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Episode 2193:

Dr. Margaret Rutherford delves into the complexities of dealing with someone who relies too heavily on you emotionally. She provides five actionable steps to manage this dynamic, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, seeking professional help, and maintaining your own emotional health.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drmargaretrutherford.com/5-things-to-do-when-someone-needs-you-too-much/

Quotes to ponder:

"I don’t know how I would make it if I didn’t have you to talk to."

"You feel trapped and perhaps even emotionally blackmailed."

"It’s their very difficult battle to fight. You can support, listen, love. But not fix."

Episode references:

I Hate You, Don’t Leave Me: https://www.amazon.com/Hate-You-Dont-Leave-Understanding/dp/0399536213

Stop Walking on Eggshells: https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Walking-Eggshells-Borderline-Personality/dp/1572246901

Disarming the Narcissist: https://www.amazon.com/Disarming-Narcissist-Surviving-Thriving-Self-Absorbed/dp/1608827607

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl

ZenCare: https://zencare.co/

Episode 2192:

Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise.com offers practical tips to manage panic attacks, emphasizing the importance of breathing techniques, physical grounding, and mindful distractions. Her holistic approach helps soothe the nervous system, providing immediate relief and long-term strategies to combat panic.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mindbodywise.com/blog/panic-attacks-11-tips-to-flip-the-switch/

Quotes to ponder:

"Your body needs tools how to stop panic attacks for good and stop the madness!"

"Get your body moving. The trapped feeling that comes with panic is much more easily dissipated when you get moving."

"Remind yourself that just like everything else in life - nothing lasts forever. This feeling and sensation will pass, just like all feelings and sensations do."

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Episode 2191:
Chalene Johnson emphasizes the critical importance of first impressions and effective communication in personal and professional success. By focusing on areas like dress, posture, smiling, and word choice, you can create a magnetic first impression. Additionally, becoming a confident communicator involves preparation, clarity, and audience engagement, ensuring you seize every opportunity.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/first-impressions/ & https://www.chalenejohnson.com/become-a-confident-communicator/
Quotes to ponder:
"Take the time to look your best and dress appropriately for the situation. You want to fit in; you don’t want your garments to draw attention away from yourself."
"Smile fully and look people in the eye. When they speak, nod and smile as if you understand what they are saying. Make others feel like they are very important to you."
"Do your best to speak clearly and at an auditory level that mimics others in the room. You neither want to be too quiet nor too loud."
Episode references:
How to Win Friends & Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034
Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High: https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Conversations-Talking-Stakes-Second/dp/1469266822
The Art of Communicating: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Communicating-Thich-Nhat-Hanh/dp/0062224662
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Episode 2190:
Jen from This Time of Mine.com shares ten effective tips to help parents get their kids to clean up without a fight. By making cleaning easy, incorporating fun elements like music and timers, and fostering consistency and clear expectations, parents can transform cleanup time into a smoother, more cooperative process for everyone.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/how-to-get-kids-to-clean-up-without-a-fight/
Quotes to ponder:
"One of the best ways to help our kids clean up, especially without a fight, is to make it easy for them to do so."
"Kids love racing to beat a timer, so make it a race, rather than a countdown to a punishment."
Episode references:
BeachBound: https://www.beachbound.com/#!/
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Episode 2189:
Erica Layne's article highlights the difference between tolerating and accepting the everyday irritants of motherhood. By shifting from mere tolerance to acceptance, mothers can reduce stress and cultivate a more peaceful, happier life, even amidst the inevitable messiness and complaints of family life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ericalayne.co/what-could-you-accept/
Quotes to ponder:
"We humans are able to convince ourselves that the real is the ideal."
"Maybe with enough purpose and practice on my part, the real could move a little bit more toward ideal."
"It’s so tempting to constantly lean on my kids about their rooms but I also want to get through raising them with my sanity intact."
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Episode 2188:
Anthony Ongaro explores the impact of social media on our well-being, highlighting its potential to both connect and distract us. He emphasizes the importance of mindful usage, encouraging breaks from social media to improve life satisfaction and foster genuine relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/social-media-wrong/
Quotes to ponder:
"Social media can be just like a digital form of sugar. Sure it may feel good and it’s fun to eat, but you can’t live on it."
"Social media isn’t inherently good or evil, it just is. It’s up to us to determine how we want to use that tool in our lives to make it better and not worse."
"The most effective way to un-addict yourself is to take at least a seven-day sabbatical from social media."
Episode references:
Happiness Research Institute: https://www.happinessresearchinstitute.com
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