Love Over Politics: How to Stay Connected When Family Disagrees with Lisa Mustard | Political Stress | Family Conflict | Family Disagreements

Love Over Politics: How to Stay Connected When Family Disagrees with Lisa Mustard | Political Stress | Family Conflict | Family Disagreements

Author: Lisa Mustard August 28, 2025 Duration: 11:58

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Have you ever walked away from a family dinner feeling tense, frustrated, or even hurt because of political disagreements? I know I have, and it's not easy. In this episode, I open up about my own experience of clashing with a loved one over politics and how I used the very tools I teach to protect the relationship and my peace of mind.

Together, we'll unpack why family political conflicts feel so emotionally charged. It's rarely just about politics. It's also about family roles, generational differences, shared history, and even our sense of identity and belonging. I'll share practical strategies to help you set gentle boundaries, find common ground, and protect your peace without cutting ties.

I'll also walk you through a simple reflection exercise from my Coping with Political Stress ebook and workbook, and introduce you to the Peaceful Politics AI Companion Guide. This supportive tool is designed for adults over 18 and gives you feedback, self-care strategies, and even helps you practice responses for tough conversations.

And for my fellow therapists, I'll tell you about my Deep Dive Therapist Conversation Framework, a printable resource with 97 essential questions to help you navigate politics in the therapy room without taking sides.

By the end of this episode, you'll have a clearer path toward protecting both your relationships and your peace of mind, even when you don't agree.

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For mental health professionals seeking to fulfill their continuing education requirements without sacrificing valuable client time, Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard offers an accredited, flexible solution. Hosted by Lisa Mustard, this podcast transforms essential learning into accessible audio courses, known as Podcourses. Each episode is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the NBCC, providing licensed counselors, therapists, and social workers with relevant, practical knowledge they can apply directly to their practice. The format acknowledges the demanding schedules of caregivers, delivering content that can be absorbed during a commute, between sessions, or whenever a moment allows. This approach moves beyond traditional, lengthy seminars, creating a library of professional development that grows with an annual subscription. Listeners will find the discussions grounded in real-world application, covering evolving therapeutic techniques, ethical considerations, and industry updates critical for maintaining licensure and enhancing client care. The entire structure of this podcast is built around convenience and depth, ensuring that advancing one's education supports, rather than interrupts, the vital work of supporting others.
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