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Published Feb 9, 2023

#260: Saying No Creates Space for Your Yes — Solo Episode

Mark Groves delves into the power of boundaries, the journey from awareness to personal growth, and the essential need for community and parental appreciation, offering insights for cultivating a more secure and loving personal space.
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  • Parenthood

    discusses how becoming a father has deepened his appreciation for his parents. He acknowledges the struggles they faced and the ways they showed up for him, emphasizing the importance of recognizing their efforts. This newfound appreciation has led him to reach out and express his gratitude more profoundly.

    Becoming a father has made me really just appreciate them in such a deeper way. I've always had appreciation, but, man, I'm like, it's more potent now.

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    Mark also touches on the societal implications of undervaluing maternal roles and the medicalization of birth, highlighting the need for better support systems for parents 1.

       

    Community

    Mark explores the longing for a supportive community or village, especially in the context of parenting. He reflects on the lessons learned from observing his nephew and the importance of being present in each moment rather than being outcome-driven. This presence, he argues, is crucial for personal growth and better decision-making.

    The victory is in the process, not the outcome. And we're always in process, aren't we?

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    He also shares insights from Francis Weller's book, emphasizing that the lack of a village is a deep collective grief and that creating what we crave is essential for our well-being 2 3.

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