Kelsey Blahnik
Clinical social worker and therapist who created The And Way framework and authored The And Way: Assertive Peacemaking in a Divided World, specializing in helping people navigate conflict and repair relationships.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 23min
3:40 Raising Kids Who Can Handle Differences with Kelsey Blahnik
In this engaging conversation, Kelsey Blahnik, a clinician and author renowned for her work with trauma survivors, discusses her book, The AND Way. Kelsey highlights how parents can cultivate open-mindedness and empathy in their children. She shares insights on separating behavior from identity to nurture understanding and emphasizes the importance of a 'clay mindset'—the belief that people can change. With practical tips for navigating challenging conversations, she encourages parents to model curiosity and compassion in today's polarized world.
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Jan 14, 2026 • 31min
620: How to Navigate Conflict Without Losing the People You Love with Kelsey Blahnik
Kelsey Blahnik, a clinical social worker and therapist, created The And Way framework to help navigate emotional conflict while preserving relationships. She discusses how modern technology contributes to feeling divided and discontent. Kelsey shares insights on breaking free from fight-or-flight thinking, fostering empathy, and balancing accountability with compassion. Practical skills like I-statements and identifying personal triggers are explored. Her vision: to reduce dehumanizing language and encourage meaningful connections in an increasingly polarized world.
