Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2177: In "How to Know Who Loves You Best" by Dr. Kelly Flanagan, a heartwarming tale unfolds as a father observes the nuances of belonging and love through everyday moments with his family. Dr. Flanagan's insights into how our loved ones understand and accept us, despite our imperfections, illuminate the profound connections that define our closest relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drkellyflanagan.com/how-to-know-who-loves-you-best/ Quotes to ponder: "When my love has been an escalator, they’ve known I meant it to be an incubator." "A place of belonging happens when someone receives the words we’ve already said or the things we’ve already done and, sometimes, understands their meaning even better than we do." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices