• episode 43

  • Aug 25 2023
  • Length: 58 mins
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episode 43

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  • Summary

  • Cousin co-hosts Jasmine and Caroline get real about the complications of toxic family relationships. They share personal experiences and advice for setting boundaries with abusive or unhealthy family members. Topics include addiction, generational trauma, gaslighting, and the importance of prioritizing your own well-being first. The hosts also discuss their thoughts on physical discipline of children, emphasizing alternative parenting approaches. Listen in for an honest and thoughtful discussion about an often difficult subject.

    Show Notes:
    • Caroline's recent ADHD diagnosis and how alcohol helped her anxiety [00:01:00]
    • Caroline's wisdom tooth extraction saga [00:02:00]
    • The hosts don't actually have the personality quirks described in the intro [00:03:30]
    • Jasmine opens up about her struggle setting boundaries with family [00:05:00]
    • Toxic family patterns emerging when kids are teenagers [00:12:00]
    • Don't ignore your own needs trying to "save" family members [00:14:00]
    • Getting perspective from outside your family bubble [00:17:00]
    • Recent conflicts over Jasmine's boyfriend being disrespected [00:36:00]
    • You can't control other people, only yourself [00:39:00]
    • The hosts' passionate views against physically disciplining children [00:47:00]
    • Research showing negative impacts of hitting kids [00:51:00]
    • Anger and violence stem from fear and uncertainty [00:52:00]
    Quotes:"Learn to love and let go.""You cannot protect anybody else if you don't help yourself first.""When I see parents trying to rationalize hitting their kids, all I hear is 'tell me you're a pussy without telling me you're a pussy.'""Why would you risk it if research shows spanking can be harmful?"
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