CALLING HOME with Whitney Goodman, LMFT

Explore the intriguing traits of emotional immaturity, including impulsiveness and lack of empathy. Discover the profound impact of childhood experiences on emotional growth. Gain practical strategies for navigating relationships with emotionally immature individuals, emphasizing emotional regulation and healthy boundaries. Learn techniques like detached observation and maturity awareness to foster personal grounding and support your emotional health.

In this episode of the Calling Home Podcast, Whitney Goodman discusses emotional maturity and the complexities of family relationships, particularly when spirituality and religion create barriers. She addresses a caller's question about navigating relationships with emotionally immature family members who use spiritual beliefs to justify their actions. Whitney emphasizes the importance of empathy, acceptance, and support in these situations while highlighting the pain of rejection that can arise from such conflicts. The second caller is a twin who has had to set boundaries with their twin sibling. Whitney discusses why adult sibling relationships can be so challenging and how to help someone in a dysfunctional or abusive relationship.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club: www.callinghome.co/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover the steps to achieve emotional maturity, diving into self-awareness and the art of accountability. Learn about emotional regulation techniques that can transform your interactions. Explore the power of empathy and its role in understanding others better. Whitney also discusses how vulnerability can strengthen emotional connections. Whether dealing with difficult relationships or enhancing personal growth, these insights offer transformative strategies.

In this conversation, Whitney Goodman speaks to two callers and answers their questions. Question 1 addresses the complexities of navigating difficult family relationships, sharing how we feel with our family, and accepting parents. Question 2 is about gifts from estranged grandparents and the nuances of handling gifts.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Whitney Goodman explores the complexities of gift-giving and receiving during the holiday season. She discusses the emotional weight of gifts, the pressures of navigating family dynamics, and the impact of estrangement on these interactions. Whitney provides actionable tips for setting boundaries and understanding the deeper meanings behind gifts, especially in dysfunctional family settings. The conversation highlights the importance of communication and self-awareness in managing expectations and emotions around gift-giving.Join The Family Cyclebreakers Club, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Whitney Goodman addresses the complexities of family estrangement during the holiday season. She discusses the emotional challenges faced by individuals who are estranged from their families, particularly during a time that emphasizes togetherness. Whitney provides insights on coping strategies, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need for self-acceptance. She also emphasizes that individuals are not defined by their family dynamics.Join Whitney and other family cyclebreakers this month at Calling Home: https://callinghome.co/topics/families-and-the-holiday-season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Have you ever found yourself dreading the holidays because of family dynamics? In this episode, Whitney discusses dysfunctional family relationships during the holidays, the expectations we carry, and how to approach these situations in healthier ways. You will learn how to accept your family, set boundaries, and actually enjoy your holiday. We recommend listening to this before Thanksgiving dinner with your family.Our New December topic at Calling Home is Holidays and Family Relationships. You can join The Family Cyclebreakers Club here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Whitney answers two caller questions. Caller 1 is dealing with cultural pressures to care for her gaining parents. Caller 2 has parents who are politicians with beliefs that differ from her own.You can join the Family Cyclebreakers Club at Calling Home here.To learn more about Whitney and her work, visit her website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Balancing the needs of in-laws, parents, and your new family can be challenging, especially when merging families with different backgrounds and expectations. In this episode, Whitney discusses why open communication, clear boundaries, and empathy are key to maintaining balance. ITakeaways Balancing the needs of in-laws, parents, and your new family requires open communication and clear boundaries. Prioritize your immediate family while considering the needs of your extended family. Compromise and individual relationships with in-laws and parents can help navigate conflicts. Consider setting boundaries or distancing yourself in cases of abuse or harm Timeline03:58: Negotiating Contrasting Dynamics and Tensions06:18: Standing Up to Traditions and Family Norms08:20: The Importance of Open Communication and Clear Boundaries11:04: Deciding the Role of Your Extended Family16:26: Seeking Professional Support and Setting BoundariesConnectYou can join the Family Cyclebreakers Club at Calling Home here.To learn more about Whitney and her work, visit her website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices