There are many factors that influence how you will show up in a relationship. One factor is your relationship with gender, masculinity and femininity. It’s important to understand all aspects of yourself in order to show up as the best version of yourself and experience the best relationship possible. Listen to today’s show to learn more!
In this episode with Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein we discuss relationship advice topics that include:
- The importance of understanding the gender narratives that may be influencing you
- How both genders may want to give and receive both masculine and feminine traits
- Why it’s valuable to stop thinking about the masculine and feminine in a binary way
- How to communicate with your partner around gender topics
- What to do if you feel that you don’t have a voice in your relationship
- How to talk to kids to reinforce positive self esteem
- And much more!
Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein, a clinical psychologist trained at Harvard University and Northwestern University, runs a private practice that emphasizes the intersection of bias, social justice, and mental health. As an expert blogger for Psychology Today, her insights have been featured in prestigious outlets such as The New York Times, The Harvard Business Review, Women’s Health, Oprah Daily, HuffPost, and CNN. Dr. Finkelstein has a rich history of advocacy, having served on the board of the Chicago Chapter of the National Organization for Women, volunteered for Planned Parenthood PAC, and played a key role in organizing the Chicago Women’s March. She resides in Chicago, Illinois, and is the author of the forthcoming book *Sexism & Sensibility*, set to be released on September 3, 2024.
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