#38 Couples and Politics with Amanda Ferrari, LCSW

Join Ryanne Mellick and Amanda Ferrari, a Chicago-based social worker and couples therapist, as they explore the complexities of politics, relationships, and collective trauma. This episode offers insights into managing personal beliefs in therapy, navigating political differences in couples, and maintaining mental health amidst societal upheaval.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context Setting05:59 Impact of Political Climate on Relationships11:08 Humility and Regret in Political Beliefs16:08 Discernment and Critical Thinking in Relationships25:29 The Impact of Emotional Awareness31:29 Understanding Grief and Collective Trauma38:22 Shame, Activism, and Community Support45:37 The Importance of Self-Care in Therapy50:58 Navigating News and Information Overload58:49 Embracing Humanity and Emotional Oscillation01:02:42 Podcast Outro.mp3Resources & Links for Amanda Therapy with Amanda (Instagram) Fair Fighting Rules (Video Resource) Brene Brown's Values Activity The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté Links for Ryanne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Ryanne on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule in Minnesota with Ryanne⁠⁠ - Learn more about Ryanne here! ⁠