When Your Work Is Misunderstood by Family

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Human Services Stories: Management, Customer & Staff Voices, host Clinton Lewis explores what it feels like when your work in human services, CPS, or family services is misunderstood by the people closest to you — your family and friends. Drawing on over 30 years of experience in the field of Human Services, Clinton shares honest reflections on judgment, fear, and guilt, and offers practical ways to protect your relationships while still honoring who you are as a professional.You’ll hear how to set boundaries, respond with confidence, and build a supportive “chosen family” of colleagues and mentors. This episode also includes a simple coaching exercise to help you plan a clear, respectful conversation with your family about your work.Subscribe to Human Services Stories: Management, Customer & Staff Voices wherever you listen to podcasts, and email us at [email protected] to learn more about the show and the 1‑on‑1 coaching available for managers, staff, and customers.https://human-services-stories-management-customer-staff-voices.myshopify.com/Support the show