Spending time with Dr. Christina

About Spending time with Dr. Christina

Spending time with Dr. Christina is more than a conversation—it’s an opportunity for growth, clarity, and transformation. Through insightful discussions and thoughtful commentary, she addresses today’s most pressing leadership challenges, equipping you with perspective and practical wisdom you can apply immediately. Her life coaching sessions are designed to help you live with intention and purpose—guiding you to align your goals, values, and daily actions for a more fulfilling life. For those seeking to deepen their spiritual journey, Dr. Christina also offers a focused 5-minute Bible study, providing encouragement and practical insight to help you build a stronger relationship with God. What You’ll Gain: Fresh perspective on modern leadership issues Purpose-driven life coaching and personal development Practical tools for growth and decision-making A simple, meaningful way to stay connected to God daily Start Your Journey Today Take the next step toward purposeful living, stronger leadership, and spiritual growth with Dr. Christina.

Publisher

Dr. Christina PHD

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Mar 2026

Latest episode

3 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

108 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Nov 2026

   Relationship series: identifying self-absorbed people

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/spending-time-with-dr-christina/voicemail) Identifying and AvoidingSelf-Absorbed People Self-absorbed people can be difficult to recognize, especially when they initially present themselves as confident, charming, friendly, or caring. However, as-time passes, their behavior often reveals that they are primarily concerned with their own needs, feelings, opinions, and personal interests. They tend to make relationships revolve around themselves, while giving little consideration to the feelings or experiences of others. One of the most important ways to identify a self-absorbed person is to pay attention to how they communicate. They frequently redirect conversations back to themselves, interrupt others, dismiss different opinions, and show little genuine interest in what someone else has to say. They may expect others to listen to their problems, celebrate their accomplishments, and accommodate their needs, yet they rarely offer the same level of attention or support in return. Another common characteristic is a lack of accountability. Self-absorbed individuals may struggle to admit when they are wrong, apologize sincerely, or recognize how their actions affect others.Instead, they may make excuses, shift blame, become defensive, or portray themselves as victims. Overtime, this behavior can leave others feeling emotionally exhausted, unappreciated, or taken for granted. Recognizing the warning signs It’s important to understand that confidence and self-care are not the-same as self-absorption.Everyone has moments when they focus on themselves.The concern arises when this becomes a consistent pattern of disregarding other people's feelings, needs, and boundaries. How to Avoid Self-Absorbed People Avoiding self-absorbed individuals does not necessarily mean being rude,confrontational, or judgmental. It means becoming more intentional about the people you allow into your personal space. Here are some practical ways to protect yourself: 1. Establish healthy boundaries. Don't allow people to constantly demand your time, attention,energy, or resources without considering your needs. 2. Pay attention to actions rather than words. Someone may say all the right things, but what’s their true character? 3. Stop over extending yourself. You don't have to constantly rescue, encourage, support, or accommodate someone who rarely reciprocates. 4. Avoid seeking validation fromthem. Self-absorbed people may not provide the appreciation,understanding, or emotional support you deserve. 5. Limit unnecessary personal involvement. If someone repeatedly brings negativity, drama,or emotional exhaustion into your life, consider creating distance. 6. Learn to say no without feeling guilty.You (http://guilty.You) are not obligated to sacrifice your peace to keep someone else happy. 7. Surround yourself with reciprocal relationships. Build connections with people who listen,respect your boundaries, celebrate your accomplishments, and demonstrate genuine concern for your well-being. Final Thoughts Identifying self-absorbed people is ultimately about recognizing patterns rather than judging someone based on an isolated incident. Pay attention to how people treat you when they disagree with you, when you need support, when you establish boundaries, and when the attention is not focused on them. Remember, your time, energy, and emotional well-being are valuable. Invest in relationships where consideration goes both ways. Surround yourself with people who understand that friendship,family connections, and meaningful relationships.

2. 

   2 Nov 2026

   New Bible study podcast!

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/spending-time-with-dr-christina/voicemail) The five minute Bible study and more has its own podcast channel now! See the link below: https://rss.com/podcasts/the-five-minute-bible-study/3284508 (https://rss.com/podcasts/the-five-minute-bible-study/3284508)

3. 

   31 Oct 2026

   Relationship series: Recognizing red flags

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/spending-time-with-dr-christina/voicemail) Seeing and understanding Red Flags in People! Red flags are warning signs in a person's behavior, attitude, or actions that may indicate unhealthy intentions, dishonesty, or a lack of respect for others. Learning to recognize red flags is important because not everyone who enters our lives has good intentions, and not every person who seems kind at first will treat us well over time. One of the most important things to understand about red flags is that they are not always obvious.Sometimes, they appear in small actions, such as constantly lying, making excuses,disrespecting boundaries, being overly controlling, or making someone feel guilty for expressing their feelings. Other times, they show up through patterns of behavior, such as always playing the victim,refusing to take responsibility for mistakes,manipulating situations, or treating people differently when they have nothing to gain. It is also important to understand that actions speak louder than words. A person may say all the right things, make promises,and present themselves as someone trustworthy, but their behavior may tell a completely different story. This is why we should pay attention to consistency, honesty,respect, and how people treat others, especially when things do not go their way. Another important part of recognizing red flags is learning not to ignore them simply because we care about someone.Sometimes, we become so attached to a person that we make excuses for their behavior or convince ourselves that things will eventually change. However, caring about someone should never mean accepting disrespect, dishonesty, or emotional harm. Recognizing red flags does not mean judging people unfairly; it means protecting our peace, setting healthy boundaries,and understanding what we deserve. At the same time, we must remember that nobody is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes, and one bad moment does not automatically define someone's character. The difference is whether a person acknowledges their mistakes, takes accountability, and makes an honest effort to change. We should look for repeated patterns rather than jumping to conclusions based on isolated incidents. Ultimately, seeing and understanding red flags is about having self-awareness,trusting what we observe, and knowing our worth. We cannot control how other people behave, but we can control how much access they have to our lives. Sometimes, the biggest lesson is understanding that we do not need to wait until someone hurts us repeatedly before deciding to walk away. Questions to ponder: Why do you think people sometimes ignore red flags even when they recognize them? What are some common red flags that people often mistake for love, friendship, or care? How can we tell the difference between someone making an honest mistake and someone showing a repeated pattern of unhealthy behavior? Is it possible to care about someone while still choosing to distance-yourself from them? What is one lesson people should learn about recognizing red flags early? Closing thought: Never allow your feelings for someone to make you blind-to their actions. Pay attention, trust patterns over promises, and remember that protecting your peace is not selfish.

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