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The Cost of Loving: Is Your “Unconditional” Love Putting You in a Bad Condition?
Does unconditional love ever leave you in a bad condition? 💭💔 In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, I share a reflection with Michelle on what giving unconditional love actually does to us. When loving someone brings joy, mutual connection, and peace, unconditional love is a beautiful space to be in. But if… →
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Loving from Afar: How the Definition of Unconditional Love Evolves with Age
How has your definition of “unconditional love” shifted over time? 💭✨ In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, I ask Michelle about what unconditional love meant to her in her 20s versus today in her 50s. Back then, it often meant sticking around no matter what—even at the cost of inner peace. Now?… →
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Loving People in “Small Doses”: Setting Healthy Boundaries Without Losing Your Compassion
In your 50s (and honestly, at any age!), protecting your peace becomes non-negotiable. 💡 In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, our guest Michelle drops a real truth bomb about dealing with constant pessimism in friendships: you can still love people, pray for them, and wish them well—from a distance, or in “small… →
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Setting Boundaries Without Resentment: The Art of Accepting People for Who They Are
“You have certain friends you hang out with because they’re fun… but when you go into emotion, you can’t call them. Just accepting them for who they are and respecting it.” 🌿✨ In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Michelle and I dive deep into understanding friendship boundaries. Not every friend can play… →
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Your approval isn’t required when you know your own worth. 💯✨
In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Mackenzie drops a gem by referencing a famous Rick and Morty quote: “Your boos mean nothing, I’ve seen what makes you cheer.” 🤷♀️ You don’t need validation from everyone, and you definitely don’t have to engage in every argument. Knowing where you stand and standing firm… →
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Protect your peace and watch who you keep in your circle. 🚫🛑
In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Mackenzie speaks on the importance of setting boundaries with reckless behavior and avoiding situations that pull you into unnecessary drama. Knowing when to step back and prioritize your own well-being is key! 💯✨ How do you set firm boundaries when someone’s actions start affecting your peace?… →
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Not everything needs a reaction—sometimes the greatest freedom is simply letting things go. ☀️🕶️
In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Mackenzie reminds us that the world keeps spinning regardless of minor drama, and learning to “take a chill pill” and let go of small conflicts brings true peace of mind. 🧘♀️✨ What’s your go-to reminder when you need to let go of unnecessary stress and just… →
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Why does negativity go viral while good vibes struggle for likes? 📲📉
In this eye-opening clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Kia breaks down the reality of social media algorithms. Referencing books like The Chaos Machine, she points out how negative, dramatic, or violent content gets pushed to hundreds of thousands of views, while positive posts—like cooking videos, martial arts clips, and cute pet videos—get a… →
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You can’t pull someone out of the deep end if they keep dragging you under 🏊♀️🚨
In this powerful clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Kia shares deep insight on recognizing when trying to help someone crosses the line into taking on their “pool of misery.” When someone’s negativity begins consuming your energy and filling up your own space, Kia reminds us that it’s time to set a boundary and… →
