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#5: Building and Navigating Adult Friendships for Fulfillment and Well-Being with Tejal V. Patel
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Have you ever felt the growing pains of friendships in adulthood or the weight of balancing motherhood with your own well-being?
What if the key to deeper, more fulfilling connections lies in how we regulate our stress and nurture ourselves first?
In this episode, I sit down with stress regulation coach Tejal V. Patel to explore the complex yet rewarding journey of friendships and motherhood in midlife.
We dive into:
✨ The realities of adult friendships—how they shift, evolve, and sometimes rupture before deepening
✨ The power of self-relationship—why prioritizing your inner world transforms every relationship around you
✨ Emotional well-being for children—how your regulation directly impacts their resilience and growth
✨ Pivoting from a high-stress career to purpose-driven work—Tejal shares her journey and tips for making the shift without burnout
This heartwarming conversation is packed with wisdom, real-life stories, and practical tools to help you cultivate more nourishing relationships—both with yourself and those you love.
00:00 Introduction: Navigating Friendships and Motherhood
00:55 Meet Tejal V. Patel: Stress Regulation Coach and Author
01:33 Deep Dive: Personal Challenges and Adult Relationships
02:39 Finding Your Tribe in Motherhood
06:35 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Friendships
09:38 The Importance of Self-Acceptance in Social Situations
14:27 Navigating Relationship Ruptures and Healing
21:33 The Power of Repair in Relationships
33:33 Free Mini Training: Healing Stress Patterns
36:39 Embracing Imperfection in Parenting
37:51 Navigating Adult Friendships and Communication
38:55 Launching a Podcast and Overcoming Anxiety
41:11 Transitioning from Law to Healing Work
43:58 Integrating Yoga and Meditation into Life
53:01 Balancing Motherhood and Personal Well-being
01:00:55 Final Thoughts and Advice
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