Episode 263 - Reciprocity In Friendships, Guilt Over Past Mistakes and Toxic Situationships (WWYBD?!)

Allison and Ceara answer listener submitted questions. You can submit questions any time via our website, and then we pull questions to fit a specific theme.

In the catch up segment, Ceara updates listeners on new home projects such as elevating her primary bedroom and renovating her bathroom. She’s enjoying a slow January at home, taking Margo for walks in the snow, and reading a book club book. Allison’s family is visiting her in Haarlem so her schedule has been full of visiting attractions and showing them her favorite spots. She also candidly shares some challenges of breastfeeding in public.

After our catch up, we answer and talk through all of the questions below.

Listen on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reciprocity-in-friendships-guilt-over-past-mistakes/id1551814612?i=1000746987849

QUESTIONS ASKED:

I’m having my first baby this year but am a bridesmaid in three of my friends' weddings. They were so supportive of me, and I want to reciprocate but I’m not sure how I will be able to do that with a newborn.
My sister is in a horrible situation-ship that is affecting our relationship and making her depressed. However, she won’t leave him and I don’t know what to do at this point.
I am feeling guilty for a lot of my behavior when I was younger, hurt and traumatized. As I begin to process and heal, I am noticing patterns.
I have a horrible fear of flying but I have a friend's wedding in Italy this summer. Any advice?

EPISODE 263 TAKEAWAYS:

Reciprocating support to loved ones is challenging during early stages of parenthood.
It's important to honestly communicate your needs in relationships.
Healing from past trauma will take time and support.
Be aware of your own self-sabotaging patterns.
It’s important to forgive yourself and let go of guilt.
There are ways to overcome and cope with a fear of flying.