We hear about boundaries a lot, and sometimes, what we hear is correct and accurate. Unfortunately, sometimes, the term is used as a weapon for bullies to say what they want to say without any pushback from anyone else. These are not boundaries.
We have weaponized the statement, "I don't feel safe," and it's time we walk back from the brink.

244. What are Boundaries? How do they Help Us?

In today’s world, it’s easy to cut ties with people we disagree with—but is that really the healthiest approach? In this episode, we explore how emotionally strong and mentally healthy people navigate relationships with those who hold different opinions, beliefs, or values. Instead of villainizing or pushing them away, they practice empathy, curiosity, and respect, maintaining meaningful connections even in the face of disagreement.
We’ll dive into the habits and mindsets that allow people to stay open, engaged, and grounded in their values without resorting to division.
To have healing we need to have curiosity and look at the grassroots, local area for change. Change is found in relationships.  Unity is the way forward to health and healing. 

296. Healthy People Don't Vilify Those They Disagree With

Episode 159, with guests Michael Shear and Stephen Grand

One of the most underappreciated skills for any couple is the ability to manage expectations.

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Ep. 3. Managing Expectations

How is courage different from bravery? What does it mean to tell your story? Find out in this episode.

Episode 39: Courage

This episode deals with anxiety meds and children, plus details the two choices we get in any relationship. Do you want to be right or do you want to be reconciled? You can only choose one.

Episode 49: Do you want to be right or reconciled?

It's probably not what you're thinking. It's time to end the shaming idea and resurrect it as something that is actually helpful.

54. It's time to end the shame

What if a healthy relationship is actually on the other side of distress? What if a major skill you need for your relationship is actually the ability to tolerate distress? This episode explores the need to be able to tolerate stress inter personally and gives some practical ideas on how to develop this skill.

62. Tolerate distress: One of the biggest keys to a healthy relationship

There is a difference between what you feel and what you do. We can experience negative emotions and still treat people well. Behavior is not dictated by emotions.

95. Facing death, pandemic and fear; Differentiating between our emotions and behavior

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296. Healthy People Don't Vilify Those They Disagree With

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