The Minimalists Podcast

377 | Disrespectful Family

The Minimalists speak with therapist and author Lori Gottlieb about family members who don’t respect boundaries. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 377 on <a href="https://patreon.com/theminimalists">The Minimalists Private Podcast</a>. Discussed in this episode: How do we create a detente with loved ones who are completely intractable? (02:04) How do we bring meaningful change to our relationships? (05:01) What is “the parentified child”? (11:28) What do you consider the ‘cost of admission’ for relationships? (14:21) What are your views regarding nonnegotiables? (14:38) Why is it so difficult for many to discover alternative solutions to problems in their lives? (15:30) Why are boundaries rarely respected? (17:41) How do I tactfully tell others to mind their own business when they intrude on my personal affairs? (20:12) How do I better manage my OCD so I can be more present as a parent? (24:58) What is the difference between balance and contentment? (24:13) Detailed show notes: <a href="http://theminimalists.com/podcast/">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Join The Minimalists Private Podcast: <a href="http://theminimalists.com/support/">minimalists.com/support</a>

The Minimalists are Emmy-nominated Netflix stars and New York Times–bestselling authors Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus. Alongside cohost T.K. Coleman, they help millions of people live meaningful lives with less.