Breaking Free from Societal Expectations: Redefining Self - with Jennifer Teplin

10/07/2025 28 min
Breaking Free from Societal Expectations: Redefining Self - with Jennifer Teplin

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Episode Synopsis

"I think whether someone wants to admit it or not, we have all been in that space multiple times in our life where we wonder who we want to be, who we should be, and who we are." - Jennifer Teplin

Jennifer Teplin is a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of Manhattan Wellness, where she specializes in helping young professionals navigate significant life changes, including divorce. She advocates for personal transformation through challenging limiting patterns and embracing authenticity, believing that divorce, while difficult, is an opportunity for individuals to redefine themselves. Teplin's human-centered and collaborative approach is uniquely tailored to address the emotional complexities of divorce, providing a safe space for clients to explore and align with their true desires. By encouraging self-reflection and intentional decision-making, she empowers individuals to overcome societal expectations and build lives they genuinely love, viewing divorce as a pivotal moment for personal growth and new beginnings.


Key Takeaways:
->Jennifer Teplin empowers clients to challenge limiting patterns, embrace authenticity, and create meaningful personal transformation.

->Divorce is now happening at younger ages as people are more willing to admit when they are unhappy in a relationship.

->Individuals need to envision a fulfilling life after divorce to have the motivation and courage needed for a new beginning.

->Fear of the unknown can cause individuals to prioritize familiarity over their own happiness in relationships.

->Negative emotions after a breakup can be a catalyst for personal growth and an opportunity for redirection.

Connect with Jennifer Teplin:
https://manhattanwellness.org/jennifer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferteplin/

Connect with Katherine Miller:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kemiller1/
https://miller-law.com/

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