Season 2 Episode 44 Should We Really be Biting our Tongues?

Don't Bite Your Tongue -- that is what today's guest says!  "Silence does not build intimacy."  Today Denise and Ellen interview Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, the author of the book "Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with your Adult Family."Dr. Nemzoff claims it is better not to bite your tongue. Bringing up important topics builds intimacy, but there is a right and a wrong way to do it. And she gives us the scoop.We discuss how to feel confident raising issues of importance, as well as saying "good-bye" to our fantasies and "hello" to reality.We also talk about short and long visits with our adult kids -- how to handle it, how long is too long and more! Perfect for the holidays!She's a breath of fresh air, a brilliant woman that has walked the walk who provides us with a pathway to follow.Some things we talk about:Learning the tools to keep talking - so they will listenFiguring out our relevance as parents to adult children - no longer in chargeHow to feel confident raising issues of importanceWe cannot be close to our children if we don't communicate the things that are importantLetting go is not the solution!Goodbye to fantasy and hello to reality - let go of your dreams Thanks so much to Connie Gorant Fisher - our audio engineer!Support us  P L E A S E!Buy us a coffee:  LINK HEREBuy a mug:  LINK HEREFollow up on our social media platforms:Facebook   Instagram   TwitterAnd remember sometimes you may have to BITE YOUR TONGUE!Mini Bernedoodles for saleMini Bernedoodle puppies for sale.Support the show  The site and podcast do not contain any medical/health information or advice. The medical/health information is for general information and educational purposes only and is not suitable for professional device. Accordingly, before taking any actions based upon such information, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals. We do not provide any kind of medical/health advice. THE USE OF OR RELIANCE OF ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE SITE OR PODCAST IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.