The Jordan Harbinger Show 358: Is My Friend Blowing Her IVF Money on Gifts? | Feedback Friday
May 29, 2020
This episode dives into a friend's extravagant spending habits while her dream of motherhood remains unfulfilled due to financial constraints. The hosts explore how to approach her with tact about redirecting her resources. They also grapple with job hunting challenges post-pandemic and the significance of passion over formal experience. Emotional support in friendships and navigating family dynamics take center stage, while the importance of networking and personal growth add a layer of inspiration.
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Approaching a Friend About Finances
- If a friend overspends while claiming they can't afford IVF, approach the topic gently.
- Frame your concern as care for their well-being and happiness, not judgment.
Career Transition Advice
- Secure short-term income while job searching, setting budget-based deadlines for your ideal field.
- Consider staffing agencies, trades (after shadowing), or pursuing your Master's in Public Health if feasible.
Setting Boundaries with BPD
- Set firm boundaries with loved ones diagnosed with BPD to protect yourself and encourage their growth.
- Seek support from therapists and resources like Al-Anon meetings or the book "Loving Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder."
