In this episode, Dr. Mark Hicks discusses the complexities of balancing relationships in a busy life. He emphasizes the importance of understanding that perfect balance is a myth and introduces the concept of constant balancing across five key areas: family, work, community, friendships, and self-care. Dr. Hicks encourages listeners to prioritize self-care and to monitor and adjust their focus on these areas to build thriving relationships and a fulfilling life.
Takeaways
- Love is the answer to thriving relationships.
- Balancing relationships is a constant activity, not a fixed state.
- It's okay for life to be out of balance temporarily.
- Self-care is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships.
- We must monitor and adjust our focus on key areas of life.
- Community involvement is essential for personal fulfillment.
- Don't let self-care fall to the back burner.
- Recognize that different people have different definitions of family.
- Life's demands can shift priorities, and that's normal.
- Building a thriving life requires constant attention and adjustment.
Dr. Mark A. Hicks, author of the book 'Learning Love,' provides tangible, real-life insights on how to build healthy, happy, thriving relationships, even if you come from a dysfunctional family background, have been through a divorce, or struggled with relationships in the past. Love isn't about fate. Love is a skill set, and this is the place to learn that skill set as we spend some time learning love.
Pre-Order "Learning Love: Building a Life that Matters and Healthy Relationships that Last": https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/learning-love-mark-a-hicks/1146412363?ean=9781636985954
Visit Dr. Mark A. Hicks online: https://www.markahicks.com/
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