You Need to Hear This with Nedra Tawwab

A new mom has recently broke things off with her child'd father due to rigid cultural norms affecting his attitude towards domestic work. Nedra advises whether she made the right choice and how we can all avoid entering relationships like these in the future.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A sibling who is constantly sabotaging important life moments and a mother who excuses the behavior due to mental illness are causing immense stress for this week's caller.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A confrontation with an intoxicated family member leads to a confrontation that blows up in our caller's face. The close-knit family that she has always wanted is now being dangled in front of her and kept away. Nedra helps make sense of it all.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller is open to building a stronger relationship with his distant father, the only thing getting in the way is his incessant substance abuse. Nedra offers a deeper insight into the mind of an addict and helps weigh whether or not mending the relationship is worth the frustration.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

This week's message comes from a frustrated step-parent who is concerned about her family's spending and career choices. Secret-keeping and avoidance behaviors are in play and Nedra helps understand what fears these actions may be rooted in. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller has a job that is preventing her from keeping her career and family life separate, as her in-laws don't take her expertise seriously. What do we do when they just won't listen when we know we are in the right? Nedra answers in this episode. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller has had a years-long rocky relationship with a lady at church that has escalated to a heated confrontation. Nedra gives encouragement to stick up for ourselves and others when no one else will. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A sister dealing with mental health issues is invalidated and falsely accused but ends up being the one issuing an apology. Nedra helps us understand how we get in these unfair situations and gives tips to make sure we are not wavering on our true feelings.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A misunderstanding about a party invite between a pair of friends leads to years of awkward interaction between the two. Nedra walks a caller through how a simple conversation can lead to the mending of a broken relationship.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's message comes from a step-parent who is in the midst of a power struggle with the bio-parent. Overwhelmed with snide remarks, copycatting, and undercutting, the caller is guided by Nedra to find some peace of mind. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com .   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller has a unique problem. Her parents have some prized possessions displayed in their home that puts her young children in danger. Nedra talks about sacrifices and compromises to keep relationships in tact. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller has a toxic friend who has trapped them in a vicious cycle of constant blocking, ghosting, and starting all over again. Nedra helps them work through whether or not this is worth it and what might be their own contribution to the messy situation. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weddings can be the most important days of our lives, as well the most stressful. This week, Nedra helps a caller feel confident in making a tough decision about the guest list for her big day. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Nedra answers a myriad of questions about being a trigger for traumatized loved ones, forgiving a cheating partner, and how to be consistent in setting boundaries when in survival mode. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nedra answers a caller whose heart is pulling them to explore the world and change their surroundings. An opportunity to make the change has arisen, the only thing holding them back is a set of dependent parents. How can we deal with being the 'therapist' for the people we love? Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller has intense romantic feelings for her colleague. The feelings are mutual, but she is not the only one in the picture. Nedra helps us understand how to deal with wanting something we cannot have, and how putting boundaries in place can help give us the tools to survive heartbreak. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Every problem we overcome in life and relationships starts with the thought that we want things to change, but what do we do when it is our own mental space that is causing unrest in our lives? This week, Nedra tackles two messages from callers who are having issues with mental chaos, rumination, and other thoughts they can't escape.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.c...

Estrangement is extremely common in families. This week, Nedra talks a caller through how to manage relationships with the people that have put some hurtful boundaries in place.  Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller has an assistant that does not assist and actively hurts the feelings of those she works with. Since we spend so much of our time with the people we work alongside, Nedra explains how to deal with a problematic coworker without disrupting the peace. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nedra answers a caller with a common desire: friendship. Nedra helps us manage our expactations when it comes to looking for new connections, and points out what's really important when it comes to the company we keep. Is a "sometimes friend" worth having? Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's caller is dealing with an abuser in her family, who is tearing relationships apart. Nedra walks us through how we can stay safe in a domestic abuse situation. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nedra has a call with Gammy Norris of Red Table Talk and Positively Gam where they discuss how to stave off isolation and loss of self as we grow older. Gammy shares how she's grown through the years when it comes to her communication style, her relationship with her daughter Jada, and her sobriety journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nedra responds to a caller whose family member is causing unnecessary drama and helps her navigate how to respond without igniting the flame of toxicity further. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nedra responds to a caller who is in way over her head. With family, friends, and work, she's the one to call when you have a problem, and that is causing anxiety. Nedra shares a simple trick to make sure we don't spread ourselves too thin. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis@iheartmedia.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relationship expert Nedra Glover Tawwab guides guests toward setting healthy boundaries, improving their relationships, and finding peace of mind. Subscribe to this podcast to stay up to date on all the latest episodes. Episodes begin airing on May 11th.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.