238. How to Deal with Controlling People

<p>Controlling people can show up anywhere in your life: romance, friendships, work, or your good old dad. Sometimes these people are well-meaning, but it’s driving you crazy! They’re always telling you what to do, and there are two ways of doing things: their way and the wrong way. They say they’re “just trying to be helpful,” but you often walk away feeling resentful, frustrated, drained, or even depressed. Today we’re going to turn that around! In this episode, you’ll learn the six main categories of controlling behaviors and my top tools for dealing with each one. <br /> ____________________________<br /> <br /> Full blog and show notes: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-deal-with-controlling-people" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-deal-with-controlling-people</a><br /> <br /> Grab my FREE Mindfulness Starter Kit: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/product/mindfulness-starter-kit/" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/product/mindfulness-starter-kit/</a><br /> <br /> Want more quick, actionable tips so you can create connection, joy and ease in all your relationships? Subscribe to my YouTube Channel! <a href="https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube</a></p> <p>____________________________</p> <p>Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/book</a><br /> <br /> Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to  <a href="https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast</a> and <a href="https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives/" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives/</a> where you’ll find every single episode.<br /> <br /> Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This bi