Estrangement

Final episode for 2022! We did it! First season in the 'can' as they say, and we're really happy with how it turned out. We end the year learning how to forgive; ourselves, family, others, and giving ourselves the permission to make mistakes, forgive ourselves, and try again. We want to thank everyone who listened, supported, and grew with us throughout 2022. We've learned so much, made great friends, and are genuinely grateful for being able to provide our listeners experience, strength, and hope.We have big plans for 2023, so please join us as we continue learning about the power of sharing stories. Keywords: forgiveness , people , person , daughter , forgive , mom , situation , listening , work , life , meditation , thought , jennifer , walk , exoneration , wounds , feel , forbearance , put , ex husband 

In this episode, we explore the idea of emotional trauma and how it can manifest in our physical bodies. We also discuss the importance of self-love and forgiveness when dealing with difficult relationships. We hear from a Jennifer who shares her experience of having a family gathering despite estrangement between her parents, and how she has learned to take control of her own life and relationships.Summary keywords: people , estrangement , hear , thought , life , mom , trauma , feel , estranged , family , somatic , guitar , talk , wong , love , siblings , moment , rodriguez , happen , uncle 

In this episode of "Being F'ing Honest," hosts Jennifer Wong and Charity Rodriguez discuss their experiences with addiction and meditation. They discuss how they were more concerned about looking like they were in charge than being scared of people who had been on drugs or alcohol. Jennifer also talks about her love for people who struggle with addiction and how she is addicted to people. They share how they started doing meditation groups on Zoom during the pandemic and how it was challenging to get people to prioritize it. Charity also talks about a funny incident where someone tried to smoke weed at a concert and how they stayed away from that person. Finally, the hosts reflects on their past as a goody two shoes and how their family would make jokes about people who drank even one drink. Don't forget to subscribe to "Being Honest" wherever you listen to podcasts!Chapters:00:03:38 DUI Offenders Find Unexpected Calm In Meditation Class00:06:19 Hypnosis Training Leads To Miraculous Results In Teaching Class00:08:54 Man Overcomes Fear To Help Drug Users In Need00:12:55 Concertgoer Reports Smoker At Concert To Avoid Conflict00:18:40 Addicted To People00:24:56 Hypnotherapist Helps Patient Overcome Panic Attacks Through MeditationKey Takeaways: The podcast features a guest who used hypnosis techniques to teach meditation. The guest struggled with feelings of inadequacy but was able to help some students achieve deep meditation. The guest grew up in a strict household where alcohol was frowned upon, but later became interested in drugs and partying. Many of the guest's long-term relationships have been with drug addicts or recovering addicts.

It is clear that people are feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with the current state of affairs. With the government and powerful institutions seemingly not doing enough to make a difference, many are feeling powerless and disconnected from their communities. It is easy to understand why so many people feel angry, sad, and confused when they don't see any real progress being made. Furthermore, the attitude of "shoot first, ask questions later" has been adopted by some individuals, creating an even scarier atmosphere. To combat this feeling of helplessness, people are taking time for self-care and having conversations with others that they would not have had before. This is a small step in creating community and a reminder that there is still power in voting and other forms of activism. However, some people feel that this isn't enough as long as powerful institutions continue to take advantage of their money through taxes and other means. It will take time to create real change but it is important to keep looking for a solution and not give up.

In this episode, a Jennifer and Charity share stories of overcoming gaslighting.  Jennifer recounts her experience in a previous relationship and how she had to learn to stand up for herself, as well as how she is now using the experience to help her daughter recognize unhealthy relationships. She also speaks about the importance of recognizing what is normal and what is not when it comes to relationships; that it is not okay for someone to make you feel guilty, blameful or ashamed and that having healthy boundaries is essential. Together they explain that understanding narcissism and gaslighting can be helpful in identifying these types of situations and how taking care of yourself mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically is key in being able to stand up for yourself. Finally, they emphasize the power of unity in taking action against unhealthy relationships.Chapters:00:00:00 Being Effing Honest: A Podcast On Everyday Issues And Vulnerability00:05:22 Man Challenges Student To A Rifle Duel In School Classroom00:07:37 Survivor Of Gaslighting Relationship Shares Story Of Abuse And Resilience00:10:54 Exploring Narcissism, Gaslighting, And Self-love: A Journey Of Awakening00:15:13 Escaping The Cycle Of Guilt, Anger, And Frustration: One Person's Journey00:20:14 Couple Overcomes Relationship Struggles To Make Pregnancy Work00:23:00 Mother Of Two Struggles To Keep Family Together Despite Heartache00:29:00 Parenting In The Face Of Gaslighting: How To Protect Your Children00:35:13 From Stress To Home Sweet Home: How One Person Found Comfort In Their Neighbors00:41:54 Woman Finds Strength To Walk Away After Long, Arduous Journey00:46:02 Seeing The Good In Everyone: A Conversation With Aunt Inspires Hope00:49:20 Isolated And Ignored: One Person's Struggle To Speak Out00:51:18 Mom's Doctor Appointment Causes Unexpected Family Situation00:55:22 Returning Home After Years Of Absence Reveals Unavoidable Reality00:56:02 Family Struggles To Understand Pain Of Loved One: 'it Hurt Me To My Core00:57:13 Woman Discovers Gaslighting And Names Narcissist After Going 'cold Turkey'Key Takeaways: The podcast transcript discusses the topic of gaslighting and how it can affect a person's mental health. The speaker shares her personal experience with gaslighting in a past relationship and how it made her feel like she was to blame for everything. She also talks about how she learned to set boundaries and seek validation from her community. The podcast ends with a message of self-love and the reminder that gaslighting is not the victim's fault.

In this episode  Jennifer and Charity discuss the events that led up to having their children assessed and what that looks like. Is it important?  Does it help or impair the child in some way?  Everyone's journey will look a little different and that is ok. Psychoeducational evaluation is a process by which a trained professional works with those involved in a child's learning or development to identify the child's strengths and weaknesses. Its goal is to enhance everyone's ability to help the child be as successful as possible.  - www.afsa.org,A Parent's Guide to Psychoeducational Evaluationschild , assessment , teacher , talking , ADHD , psychologist , school , daughter, hearing , kids , test , label , spectrum , people , unicorns , learning , feel , parents , resources.

Happy Friday Everybody!  After Charity and Jennifer recorded their episode on Meditation, Jennifer was asked to do a short guided meditation.  Jennifer was excited because she had not taught a mediation group in almost two years!  This meditation utilizes mindfulness  of the body and breath to help with grounding and being present.  The second half of the meditation combines mindfulness with visualization to bring the  feeling of kindness and gratitude into the being.Thanks for listening!

What does Meditation mean to you? Do you meditate? Join Jennifer and Charity as they explore the often misunderstood practice of meditation. Jennifer describes her journey from doubter to certified instructor and practitioner, while Charity shows that meditation can take many forms, such as prayer, that all help you find your center.Summary Key Words: meditation , thought , feel , people , meditate , day , sit , moment, coherence , heart , studied , praying , mindfulness , self hypnosis , aware , brain , mantra , guided visualizations , fix