Do you sometimes have a tough time saying ‘no’? No may only be two letters, but it can sometimes feel like a four-letter word… especially if you’re a people pleaser.

This week, Grace and Shannon say no - or at least, they talk about how to utilize the power of no and discuss some the best ways to incorporate ‘no’ into their lexicon to better manage expectations, burnout, and more.

Read the article from PsychCentral: How to Say No.

Connect with Social Graces for updates and more over on Instagram at @socialgracespod, our DMs are so wide open.

If you’re curious about our other podcast we’ve been referencing, you can listen to the professional development-oriented podcast, Standard Office Procedures, anywhere you get your podcasts.

Let’s talk about ­­in-laws.

This week, Grace and Shannon unpack how to make the most of your relationship with your in-laws, specifically through communication. They cover boundary setting, expectation management, and the strength of spousal support.

Plus, our guest this week is Grace’s mother-in-law Sandy, whose Southern accent is honey being poured right into your ears as she shares her perspective on healthy in-law communication.

Read the article from Family Education: 10 Tips for Dealing with In-Laws and Setting Healthy Boundaries.

Connect with Social Graces for updates and more over on Instagram at @socialgracespod, our DMs are so wide open.

If you’re curious about our other podcast we’ve been referencing, you can listen to the professional development-oriented podcast, Standard Office Procedures, anywhere you get your podcasts.

“How you say things is as important as what you’re saying.”

This week, Grace and Shannon double-dip a topic and cover how to communicate frustrations or unmet needs to your significant other in a loving, compassionate way in this unplanned ‘part two’ to our 12th episode.

Read the book that inspired this episode, Compassion for Couples: Building the Skills of Loving Connection by Michelle Becker.

Connect with Social Graces for updates and more over on Instagram at @socialgracespod, our DMs are so wide open that sometimes tumbleweeds blow through.

If you’re curious about our other podcast we’ve been referencing, you can listen to the professional development-oriented podcast, Standard Office Procedures, anywhere you get your podcasts.