Dear Therapists with Lori Gottlieb and Guy Winch Encore: S04 Ep 09 - Alexis’s Controlling Family
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Apr 9, 2024 A woman named Alexis seeks advice on how to set boundaries with her controlling family who pressure her to get married and have a baby. The podcast explores the complexities of navigating family relationships, struggles with sharing emotions, fear and vulnerability, and the impact of family expectations on personal desires. It emphasizes the importance of establishing boundaries, open communication, and embracing one's true self.
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Hiding Sadness to Protect Family
- Alexis learned early to hide sadness to protect her family from pain.
- She decided to be strong and not show sadness after her dad's cancer diagnosis.
Limited Tolerance for Sadness
- Family members tolerate only brief displays of sadness and then want it to stop.
- This creates a cycle where showing vulnerability leads to discomfort, so feelings get suppressed.
Set Firm Boundary With Dad
- Tell your dad that his repeated pressure causes dread and you'll leave if it continues.
- Request he respect your timeline and accept no more discussions about marriage or children now.