Episode 14

Breaking the Mean Girl Cycle: Fostering Supportive Female Bonds with Dr. Amber Tichenor

Welcome to the Middle Age(ish) Podcast, hosted by Ashley Bedosky, Lisa Kelly, Dr. Pam Wright, and Trisha Kennedy Roman. In this episode, we talk with female rivalry expert, Dr. Amber Tichenor!

Have you ever wondered why female rivalry can be so prevalent and toxic in various aspects of life? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Amber as we uncover the complexities of female rivalry, from its roots in early social intelligence development to the role societal expectations play in perpetuating negative behavior among women.

Dr. Amber shares her expertise on how female rivalry can manifest in different ways, from toxic relationships to mean girl behavior, and offers insightful advice on navigating these situations. We discuss the importance of self-awareness and setting boundaries to protect oneself from difficult situations, and emphasized the power of empathy and self-reflection in creating a more positive environment. We talked about how insecurity and underlying hurt can manifest itself, considering "hurt people,hurt people."

"Women who love themselves love other women."--Dr. Amber Tichenor

Don't miss this eye-opening discussion with female rivalry expert, Dr. Amber Tichenor, as we tackle the challenging issue of female rivalry and learn how to foster healthier, more supportive relationships among women. Together, we can uplift and empower one another to create a more positive and encouraging atmosphere for all.

You can order Dr. Amber Tichenor's book, Behind Frenemy Lines: Rising Above Female Rivalry to Be Unstoppable Together, by visiting: https://www.tobecoachingandconsulting.com/behind-frenemy-lines

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