<![CDATA[The Inner Circle w/ Dr. Thorpe Podcast]]>
theinnercircledrthorpe.substack.com]]>https://theinnercircledrthorpe.substack.com/podcastSubstackFri, 24 Jul 2026 21:23:09 GMThttps://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/9304529.rssThe Inner Circle w/ Dr. ThorpeThe Inner Circle with Dr. Thorpe is a podcast that focuses on the relationships that shape your life, work, and legacy. Take our free Alignment Assessment: https://www.strongertomorrowfamily.com/which-assessment-fits-youepisodicThe Inner Circle w/ Dr. Thorpeinfo@stronger-tomorrow.comNo<![CDATA[Episode 5: The Power of Intentional Relationships in Adulthood]]>Summary

Dr. Christine Thorpe discusses the importance of building intentional relationship systems in adulthood, focusing on the inner circle and trusted circle, and how these relationships influence personal and professional success.

Key Topics

* The difference between inner circle and trusted circle

* The importance of intentional relationship building

* How relationships influence personal and professional success

* The role of shared vulnerability and mutual influence

* Transitions into adulthood and relationship design

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Who has the greatest influence on my future?

Have I intentionally evaluated those relationships?

Where are we strongly aligned or misaligned?

What conversations have we avoided?

What assumptions have we made?

And what might change if we became more intentional about understanding alignment?

Reference:

Swarbrick, M. (2006). A wellness approach. Psychiatric rehabilitation journal, 29(4), 311.



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Real trust is not built through networking.

It is built through shared experiences, repeated interactions, and genuine human connection.

Reference: Hancock PA, Kessler TT, Kaplan AD, Stowers K, Brill JC, Billings DR, Schaefer KE and Szalma JL (2023) How and why humans trust: A meta-analysis and elaborated model. Front. Psychol. 14:1081086. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1081086

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For more information, visit stronger-tomorrow.com and strongertomorrowfamily.com where you can take our Alignyx(TM) Assessment to understand strengths, gaps, and opportunities in your relationships.

References:

Dunbar RIM. 1992. Neocortex size as a constraint on group size in primates. J Hum Evol . 22(6):469–493. doi: 10.1016/0047-2484(92)90081-J.

Overall, J. (2025). Strengthening co-founder partnerships: Applying couple therapy principles to STEM ventures. American Journal of STEM Education, 6, 94-111. https://doi.org/10.32674/jxqasz14



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Music: credit: Nicholas Thorpe

Cover Art: Candace Thorpe



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For more information, visit stronger-tomorrow.com and strongertomorrowfamily.com where you can take our Alignyx Assessment to understand strengths, gaps, and opportunities in your relationships.



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