CALLING HOME with Whitney Goodman, LMFT

Dec 10 2024 83 ep. 31 mins 100
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Whitney Goodman is a licensed marriage and family therapist and author on a mission to help adult family members have better relationships. Each week, Whitney has conversations with influential guests and real people to help listeners find new ways of looking at old family problems.

Calling Home is available every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts.

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No Thanks, Santa: How to Handle Unwanted Gifts and Set Boundaries

Dec 10 2024 42 mins  
In this episode, Whitney Goodman explores the complexities of gift-giving and receiving during the holiday season. She discusses the emotional weight of gifts, the pressures of navigating family dynamics, and the impact of estrangement on these interactions. Whitney provides actionable tips for setting boundaries and understanding the deeper meanings behind gifts, especially in dys

Q&A: Estrangement During The Holidays and Accepting Your Parents

Dec 05 2024 28 mins  
In this episode, Whitney Goodman addresses the complexities of family estrangement during the holiday season. She discusses the emotional challenges faced by individuals who are estranged from their families, particularly during a time that emphasizes togetherness. Whitney provides insights on coping strategies, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need for self-acceptance

Reparenting Yourself While Parenting Your Children

Dec 03 2024 36 mins  
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Listen To This Before Thanksgiving

Nov 26 2024 26 mins  
Have you ever found yourself dreading the holidays because of family dynamics? In this episode, Whitney discusses dysfunctional family relationships during the holidays, the expectations we carry, and how to approach these situations in healthier ways. You will learn how to accept your family, set boundaries, and actually enjoy your holiday. We recommend listening to this before Th

Q&A: My Parents Are Politicians

Nov 21 2024 34 mins  
In this episode, Whitney answers two caller questions. Caller 1 is dealing with cultural pressures to care for her gaining parents. Caller 2 has parents who are politicians with beliefs that differ from her own. You can join the Family Cyclebreakers Club at Calling Home here. To learn more about Whitney and her work, visit her website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas

How To Balance The Needs Of Your In-Laws, Your Parents, and Your Own Family

Nov 19 2024 20 mins  
Balancing the needs of in-laws, parents, and your new family can be challenging, especially when merging families with different backgrounds and expectations. In this episode, Whitney discusses why open communication, clear boundaries, and empathy are key to maintaining balance. I Takeaways Balancing the needs of in-laws, parents, and your new family requires open communication an

Q&A: My Mom Didn't Protect Me From My Dad

Nov 14 2024 43 mins  
In this episode, Whitney speaks with two callers. She explores the complexities of parent-child relationships, emotional neglect, parentification, and the challenges of navigating relationships with disabled parents. She discusses the emotional struggles faced by children of abusive parents, the responsibilities of parents to protect their children, and the nuanced perspectives of

My Family and I Don't Agree Politically, Should I Cut Them Off?

Nov 12 2024 36 mins  
In the wake of this election, many Americans wonder: Can I continue to have a relationship with family members who disagree with me politically? In this episode, Whitney walks you through her own journey in a large family with different political beliefs and provides you with a series of questions to explore. This episode will help you decide what is the right decision for you in y

Q&A: You Don't Have An In-Law Problem, You Have A Partner Problem

Oct 31 2024 18 mins  
In this episode, Whitney answers two caller questions. One is about enmeshed in-laws and the other is an adult who is trying to re-parent themselves. She discusses the profound effects of critical parenting on self-perception and self-love. She emphasizes that while individuals can work towards healing and self-acceptance, they may never fully replicate the unconditional love and s

Toxic Mother-In-Law Or Brainwashing Daughter In-Law? with Janelle Marie

Oct 29 2024 51 mins  
I invited Janelle (@heyjanellemarie) from TikTok to the podcast this week. I have watched every single one of her toxic mother-in-law videos, and I've been dying to speak with her. In this episode, Janelle discusses the challenges of navigating relationships with mothers-in-law and the impact it has on marriages. She shares her personal experiences and observations as a content cre