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Published Sep 22, 2023

900: Is Three a Crowd When Parents Swing Out Loud? | Feedback Friday

Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel Mizrahi delve into the complexities of managing financial strain in relationships, navigating alcohol-related trauma, balancing professional and personal roles during life changes, and addressing the impact of nontraditional lifestyles on parenting and friendships.
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  • Parenthood & Passions

    Balancing parenthood with personal passions can be challenging, especially during pregnancy. shares a listener's struggle with maintaining her work and personal projects as she navigates pregnancy. Despite feeling guilty for not meeting her own expectations, reassures her that her efficiency and commitment remain intact, even with reduced energy levels 1. He advises embracing this unique phase of life and recognizing the value in the small moments that parenthood brings 2.

    I know growing a child doesn't feel like an accomplishment, at least not one you've valued up until now, but it really is, and it's exciting.

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    Jordan emphasizes that passions like writing and playing the violin will still be there when she's ready to return to them.

       

    Parental Guilt & Change

    Overcoming parental guilt is a common challenge for high achievers who become parents. encourages a listener to question her beliefs about productivity during pregnancy and early parenthood, suggesting that guilt may not be warranted 3. He highlights the importance of accepting changing priorities and finding peace with them, as they are a natural part of this life stage. adds that allowing oneself to rest and adapt is crucial, and experimenting with shorter, less demanding engagements in personal passions can be fulfilling 4.

    This exhaustion and these changing priorities, they're happening whether you like it or not. So is there a way to make peace with them, even just a little bit?

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    Together, they suggest that embracing change can lead to unexpected joy and creativity.

       

    Leadership Opportunities

    Seizing professional opportunities during interim leadership roles can significantly impact career growth. Gabriel5. and executive coach Alyssa Cohn advise against undermining the manager upon her return, emphasizing the importance of trust and preparation for future opportunities 6.

    Winners always want the ball.

    --- Alyssa Cohn

    They recommend leveraging this experience by seeking feedback, expressing interest in future roles, and maintaining strong connections with mentors.

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