Some stories don’t just turn corners; they redraw the map. Zaire joins us to share how she rebuilt a life from the ground up: eight years sober, a single mom of two, and a graduate student on the path to becoming a school psychologist. What began with survival—sleeping outside, losing custody for a time, clawing back trust—grew into a steady life shaped by boundaries, spiritual surrender, and an open-eyed commitment to her kids. We get real about the “pink cloud,” the quiet work of staying s...
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Some stories don’t just turn corners; they redraw the map. Zaire joins us to share how she rebuilt a life from the ground up: eight years sober, a single mom of two, and a graduate student on the path to becoming a school psychologist. What began with survival—sleeping outside, losing custody for a time, clawing back trust—grew into a steady life shaped by boundaries, spiritual surrender, and an open-eyed commitment to her kids. We get real about the “pink cloud,” the quiet work of staying s...
Why Learning to Say No Will Transform Your Personal and Professional Life
Deep Dive with Dr D
14 minutes
5 months ago
Why Learning to Say No Will Transform Your Personal and Professional Life
Send us a text Setting boundaries and learning to say "no" is a crucial skill that enables personal growth and protects mental well-being. This transformative practice allows us to reclaim our time and energy while still maintaining healthy relationships with others. • Saying "no" doesn't mean you're unhelpful or a bad person—it means you value your time and energy • Using your calendar strategically helps prevent overcommitment • "No" is a complete sentence—you don't need to explain your bo...
Deep Dive with Dr D
Some stories don’t just turn corners; they redraw the map. Zaire joins us to share how she rebuilt a life from the ground up: eight years sober, a single mom of two, and a graduate student on the path to becoming a school psychologist. What began with survival—sleeping outside, losing custody for a time, clawing back trust—grew into a steady life shaped by boundaries, spiritual surrender, and an open-eyed commitment to her kids. We get real about the “pink cloud,” the quiet work of staying s...
