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Speak Up with Care: Scripts & Skills for Tough Talks (feat. Dr. Kailyn Bobb)
Thursday Tea with Sami
We all avoid them… and we all need them. Today we’re unpacking difficult conversations—at work, at home, and in our closest relationships. Licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Kailyn Bobb (Inner Peace Psych, Schaumburg, IL) joins Dr. Sami to share compassionate, practical strategies for talking about the tough stuff with more clarity, kindness, and courage.
In this episode:
- Why our brains and bodies treat conflict like a threat (hello, fight/flight/freeze)
- The role of culture, upbringing, and power dynamics in how we communicate
- How to prep: intention-setting, choosing your words, and scheduling the talk
- Skills to use in the moment: pausing, deep breathing, active listening, and assertive (not aggressive) language
- Boundaries 101: when to step back, try again later, or walk away
- Modeling healthy communication for kids, teams, and communities
- How small wins build authenticity, confidence, and resilience over time
Connect with Dr. Kailyn Bobb: innerpeacepsych.com • Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • YouTube (search Inner Peace Psych)
If this episode helped you, share it with a friend who’s been putting off a tough talk.
Until next time, stay well and keep being your best! 💛
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This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical, psychological, or mental health care. Listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic or clinician–patient relationship.
The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Dr. Samia Estrada, Psy.D., DipABLM, or Dignus Wellness. Content discussed on this podcast reflects general wellness, lifestyle medicine, and mental health education and may not be appropriate for everyone.
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