1087: Can Trust Be Recovered After Diary Discovered? | Feedback Friday

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Dec 6, 2024

In this engaging discussion, the hosts tackle the fallout from a partner discovering a private journal filled with insecurities. They also explore the delicate balance of parenting a teenager experimenting with alcohol, highlighting the influence of past experiences. Another listener grapples with draining family dynamics in their relationship, questioning whether to stay or leave. Expect humor, heartfelt insights, and valuable advice on navigating trust and communication in relationships.

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ANECDOTE

Mistaken Identity

Jordan Harbinger was mistaken for a crew member on a cruise.
This led to a funny encounter with the captain and special treatment.

ANECDOTE

Game Warden Correction

A listener corrected a previous episode's discussion about game wardens.
Game wardens don't need warrants due to the open fields doctrine.

ADVICE

Navigating Journaling Fallout

Acknowledge and apologize for hurting your partner's feelings.
Explain your thought process and the role of journaling in your healing.

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Therapeutic journaling about an ex's job offer became relationship dynamite when your prying partner found it. What now? Welcome to Feedback Friday!

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On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss:

You're suffering through the aftermath of a therapeutic journaling incident — your partner discovered your private writings about considering a business proposal from your narcissistic ex-husband. How will you navigate this breach of trust and the relationship strain it's causing?
You're raising a teenager who's experimenting with alcohol, and as someone who's witnessed both the destructive power of addiction through your brother and the rigid structure of religious upbringing, you're seeking that delicate balance in parenting. What's the right approach?
After dedicating three and a half years to a relationship with someone whose family dynamics are increasingly draining, you're questioning whether to stay. Her father's narcissistic behavior and constant drama are wearing you down — but is leaving the right choice?
Recommendation of the Week: Temporary tattoos.
You're a telecommunications professional yearning to transition into addiction recovery work after experiencing profound connections during your own recovery journey. Despite setbacks and rejections, something keeps pulling you toward this path — but what's really holding you back?
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