No matter who you call your family, the word itself can be triggering. We love them. We hate them. We don’t know what to do about them. No matter what you’ve experienced, Cindy has guidance today on some of the best ways to navigate these chosen and non-chosen relationships. She also offers specific considerations to keep in mind as you work on finding the most peaceful, joyful way to continue to enjoy yours.
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Chapters
01:52 Family experiences range widely
02:30 Broad definitions of family
03:55 F = Focus
06:46 A = Amends
09:03 M = Meet them where they are
11:45 I = Include & Invite (or NOT!)
15:51 L = Love them
17:54 Y = Be Yourself
20:20 For parents who are empty nesters
22:16 You define your family
23:03 You define your boundaries
25:02 Ideas & expectations vary widely
26:57 You don’t owe anybody anything
29:38 The Four L’s in Family Life
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