Jordana and Dr. Naomi are joined by licensed psychotherapist Terri Cole to talk all about learning to set proper boundaries in your life. They discuss how Terri learned to set boundaries for herself, what it means to set your own standards, and why you don’t always have to jump straight to cutting people off from your life. They also share some tips for how to approach difficult conversations around boundaries with loved ones so that they are open to accepting your preferences. They answer an email from a listener whose relationship with her family improved when she moved further away from home, but is now feeling like they don’t respect her choices when she’s close by. Then Jordana and Dr. Naomi answer a Betchicist question about whether or not you should feel obligated to give your friends a good deal on Taylor Swift tickets. Where do you draw the line between profit and friendship? Finally, they weigh in on a pair of Triggered submissions about a missing dinner invitation and a Starbucks barista mishap. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Naomi shares a story about feeling heavy emotions after hearing news from old friends. Plus, Jordana tells us how she prioritized her own needs on her birthday this year. An emailer writes in with a dilemma about feeling burned out and bitter after going on one-too-many dates. How do you navigate the disappointment that comes with a string of unsuccessful dating encounters? The Betchicist question comes from a listener who got a saved-the-date for an upcoming wedding but never got invited. What are the rules of wedding invitations? They answer a voicemail from a caller who needs help setting intentions for not correcting her boyfriend’s behavior all the time. Is it possible to learn to let go and live in the discomfort of someone else’s mistakes? They close things with some Triggered scenarios about a redheaded baby and some daunting dating advice. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s almost Jordana’s birthday and Dr. Naomi helps her reflect on the pressure of meeting timelines and milestones as you get older. Then a listener writes in to ask whether or not you should expect your significant other to post about you on social media. What does it say about your relationship if your boyfriend won’t share your relationship online, and does it imply he has something to hide? The Betchicist question comes from an emailer whose husband suddenly decided to cut his father out of his life. Are you obligated to support your partner’s life decisions, even if they require you to make a sacrifice? This week’s Intentions email, presented by The Knot Vendor Marketplace, involves a listener who feels an unshakable sense of urgency to get engaged, and Dr. Naomi gives her some tips to stop overthinking timelines. They close things with some Triggered scenarios about relationship judgment, and curly hair-shaming. Thanks again to our presenting sponsor! Find vendors for every wedding on The Knot Vendor Marketplace by visiting theknot.com/oversharing  Oversharing: Calm TF Down is available now, featuring our series of guided meditations! Become a subscriber in the Apple Podcasts app or go to subscribe.betches.com  Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordana is back from vacation and Dr. Naomi tells her about an eye-opening form of therapy (called neurodynamic breathwork) that she was excited to try. They offer advice to a listener who is feeling confused now that the person she’s seeing suddenly became distant over text. Is it okay to demand a phone call from a guy to see where your relationship stands? The Betchicist question comes from an emailer who was invited to the wedding of a not-so-close friend. How obligated should you feel to attend a costly wedding, and when are you required to send a gift? The Intentions email of the week, presented by The Knot Vendor Marketplace, comes from a recently engaged bride-to-be that has no desire to plan an actual wedding. Finally, they end the show by rating some Triggered scenarios about a height-based slight, and an unsolicited piece of advice from a therapist. Thanks again to our presenting sponsor! Find vendors for every wedding on The Knot Vendor Marketplace by visiting theknot.com/oversharing Oversharing: Calm TF Down is available now, featuring our series of guided meditations! Become a subscriber in the Apple Podcasts app or go to subscribe.betches.com Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re all tired… thankfully this week’s episode features sleep expert and clinical psychologist Dr. Wendy Troxel, who shares some real-world tips for better sleep. Jordana and Dr. Naomi tell us about their own experience with lack-of-sleep, and how their quality of sleep is impacted by sharing a bed with a partner. Dr. Troxel explains why some couples are turning to the concept of ‘sleep divorce’ and what her research has taught her about how couples can improve their co-sleeping. They respond to an email from a listener who is experiencing anxiety at the thought of all the sleep she’ll lose out on after her boyfriend moves in. What’s the secret to not letting sleep frustrations affect your relationship? Then Jordana and Naomi tackle this week’s Intentions email, presented by The Knot Vendor Marketplace, regarding an overbearing mother during the pre-wedding process. How do you keep the pressure of planning a wedding from ruining the experience altogether? They close things with some Triggered scenarios about splitting wedding gifts and a toilet mishap.  Thanks again to our presenting sponsor! Find vendors for every wedding on The Knot Vendor Marketplace by visiting theknot.com/oversharing Oversharing: Calm TF Down is available now, featuring our first four guided meditations! Become a subscriber in the Apple Podcasts app or go to subscribe.betches.com Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices