Michelle Anderson
Michelle Anderson
12 Holiday Tips From Your Sisters
12 Holiday Tips From Your Sisters
12 Holiday Tips From Your Sisters
Sunday 23rd December 2018
Tune into 'Love Over Addiction' for 12 practical tips to make the holidays less stressful when loving someone with addiction.
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Get the buttons here!Surviving the Holidays: 12 Tips for Those Loving Someone with Addiction
The situation that you're in now is not hopeless. In other words, you can fall many, many times in your life, but look how many times you've gotten up.
The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy and togetherness, but when you love someone struggling with addiction, it can feel like navigating a minefield. In this heartfelt episode of 'Love Over Addiction', host Michelle Anderson brings together wisdom from the community to help make the holidays a bit more manageable. Michelle kicks things off by sharing her own experiences of trying to keep the festive spirit alive while dealing with her husband's addiction.
Her candid stories set the stage for a series of practical and heartfelt tips from other women who have been in the same boat. These aren't your typical holiday tips; they are tailored for those who face unique challenges. From deciding to skip hosting duties to planning alcohol-free activities, these suggestions are all about preserving your sanity and finding moments of peace.
One standout idea is the Holiday Emergency Resource List, which includes strategies like driving separately to gatherings to maintain an easy escape route if things get tough. The episode wraps up with Michelle expressing gratitude for the community's support and encouraging listeners to share their own stories. This episode isn't just a guide; it's a lifeline for anyone feeling overwhelmed during the festive season.
Tune in and discover how you can create a holiday filled with warmth and hope, even in the face of addiction.