They’re Family—But They Don’t Have to Support You

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the complicated truth about family and support. Many of us grow up believing that our family should be our biggest cheerleaders—the ones who understand our dreams, show up for our growth, and walk beside us as we evolve. But the reality is often different, and it can hurt when the people we love the most aren’t able to support us in the ways we hoped.I break down why family not showing up doesn’t mean they don’t love you—it simply means they’re navigating their own lives, their own challenges, and trying to survive in their own way. There is no rule that says family has to support our goals, our ambitions, or our purpose. And the expectations we place on them often lead to disappointment that was never theirs to carry.We talk about what it looks like to release those expectations, accept the love they can offer, and stop demanding emotional currency they may not have to give. And most importantly, we explore how empowering it is to surround yourself with people who do see you, believe in you, and help you grow—your chosen circle, your aligned community.If you’ve ever felt the sting of unmet support or struggled with family expectations, this episode reminds you to love them as they are, not as you wish they would be, and to give yourself permission to build the community that truly elevates you.Support the showwww.tkstrickland.comEmail: [email protected]: @iamtkstricklandhttp://www.linkedin.com/in/tkstrickland