Choose Your Struggle
Choose Your Struggle
Monday Motivation: Friendship, Group Roles, and Identity with Spark Tabor and Pat McGrath
Monday Motivation: Friendship, Group Roles, and Identity with Spark Tabor and Pat McGrath
Monday Motivation: Friendship, Group Roles, and Identity with Spark Tabor and Pat McGrath
Monday 22nd February 2021
Jay Shifman talks friendship dynamics with Pat McGrath and Spark Tabor on 'Choose Your Struggle'. Listen now for insights on group roles and personal growth.
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking Friendship Dynamics with Spark Tabor and Pat McGrath
For whatever reason, in this moment, Spark decided to tell us that he had decided that all of us had roles in this group, and for more background on that, you know, there was definitely an element of all of us you know had our skills.
Friendship isn't always smooth sailing, and in this episode of 'Choose Your Struggle', Jay Shifman sits down with his long-time pals, Pat McGrath and Spark Tabor, to dissect the intricate dynamics of friendship, group roles, and personal identity. Imagine being labeled as just 'the driver' in your high school clique—how would that shape your self-view?
Spark brings up this exact scenario from their past, sparking a heartfelt conversation about the roles we assign each other and how they impact our relationships. Jay, Pat, and Spark dive deep into how we often overlook the unique qualities each friend brings to the table. They discuss the importance of effective communication, using humor to cope with life's challenges, and the necessity of supporting each other through personal growth.
This candid chat doesn't shy away from addressing the stereotypes and stigmas that often surround mental health and substance misuse. By sharing their own stories and insecurities, they aim to break down these barriers and remind us that everyone has something valuable to offer. Whether you're navigating your own friendships or supporting someone through their struggles, this episode offers plenty of food for thought.