In this episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit invites listeners to check in with themselves, offering guidance on emotional self-awareness and managing overwhelming feelings. She addresses anonymous questions on relationships, career growth, parenting, personal identity, and boundaries. Discussions include navigating dating after divorce, turning down a promotion without seeming unambitious, preparing teens for responsible decision-making, handling non-exclusive relationships, and overcoming childhood colorism trauma. Dr. Spirit also shares insights on high school application stress, accessing mental health support, and empowering children with healthy expectations in relationships. Timestamps & Topics: [00:00:00] Opening & Emotional Check-In Encouragement to reflect on emotions Recognizing where feelings manifest in the body Understanding how to shift from negative emotions [00:05:50] Dear Spirit: Dating After Divorce & Feeling a Void Increasing social engagement to find meaningful relationships Avoiding the trap of waiting for love rather than living fully Building a fulfilling life independent of a partner [00:11:00] Career Dilemma: Declining a Promotion Without Seeming Weak Understanding the root cause of career stress Reframing a leadership decision as strength Negotiating job responsibilities to maintain balance [00:16:30] Navigating Self-Discovery After a Long-Term Relationship Learning to listen to oneself and internal thoughts Dating yourself and rediscovering interests The role of therapy in post-relationship healing [00:20:50] Parenting: Supporting a Teen's Curiosity About Substances Educating teens on safe and informed decisions Understanding modern drug risks, especially marijuana potency Setting up harm reduction and safety plans [00:26:30] Facing Divorce & The Fear of Starting Over Recognizing when a marriage is no longer salvageable Planning an amicable exit strategy Utilizing therapy for smoother transitions [00:29:50] Oversharing in Relationships: Is It a Trauma Response? Differentiating between transparency and oversharing Understanding personal expectations in relationships Identifying past experiences that drive communication styles [00:38:00] Managing Stress in High School Applications Overcoming documentation barriers when one parent is uncooperative Strategies for appealing school requirements Finding alternative solutions for admissions [00:44:00] Seeking Free Therapy & Early Autism Diagnosis for a Child Exploring employee assistance programs (EAPs) for free therapy Identifying community mental health resources Pushing for an early autism evaluation despite delays [00:49:10] Expressing Emotions & Being Heard in a Non-Exclusive Relationship Identifying the root cause of communication frustrations Setting boundaries and expectations in open relationships Using therapy to strengthen relational dynamics [00:55:50] Healing from Childhood Colorism Trauma Unlearning internalized negative narratives Recognizing societal influences on self-worth Integrating self-love practices [01:00:50] Teaching Children Healthy Expectations in Relationships The dangers of teaching kids to expect nothing from others Setting boundaries to prevent exploitation Encouraging emotional intelligence and self-worth [01:07:30] Closing Remarks & Podcast Availability Encouragement to set personal expectations for self-care Contact details for support and questions Announcement that #FreeAdviceFriday is now available as a podcast Follow Dr. Spirit: Instagram: https://instagram.com/talk2spirit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talk2spirit TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talk2spirit LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talk2spirit/  

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