16. Living Unscripted: Overcoming Lows, Unfiltered Advice, and the Adoption Journey

Overcoming challenges requires listening, healing, and the willingness to accept reality.

In today's Advice Column episode, Courtney answers two listeners' questions on dating and supporting a loved one on their adoption journey. She shares insight on finding a compromise and assessing your needs, as well as holding space for a partner's trauma while also taking care of your own emotions. You'll hear Courtney's continued evolution with intentional living while navigating several unknowns. 

Do you have a question you'd like some advice or coaching on? Email or DM Courtney on the Hustle for Happiness podcast or her personal page for a chance to have your question on our next Advice Column episode!

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In today's episode, we cover the following:

• High, low, buffalo: the joy of home, medical follow-ups, sourdough bread-making
• Question #1: Do you believe in the right person, wrong time?
• Seeking genuine connection in your relationships
• Question #2: My husband is adopted and just found out as an adult. He's having a really hard time navigating what he's going through, and as his wife, I'm trying to understand better
• Holding a non-judgemental space for loved ones navigating trauma
• Finding support together as a couple and separately on your own individual journeys

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Resources mentioned: 

• Episode 01: Overcoming the Odds: From Orphan to Grateful Adoptee
• Safety, Recovery and Mental Health Resources
• Episode 04: Advice Column: Dating, Communication & Breaking Old Habits
• Episode 09: (Advice Column) Embrace the Talk: Fueling Love & Growth Through Effective Communication
• Read The Primal Wound by Nancy Newton Verrier 

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Let's connect!

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