Paul Gilmartin

Mental Illness Happy Hour

Paul Gilmartin

  • #630 Wishing Your Family Would Change

#630 Wishing Your Family Would Change

Friday 10th February 2023

Paul Gilmartin and guest Rich discuss unchanging family dynamics, validation seeking, and dating struggles on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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55 minutes
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Mental Illness Happy Hour
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Family Frustrations: Navigating Unchangeable Dynamics on Mental Illness Happy Hour

When I'm seeking validation from something outside of myself, I want more, and it's never enough, and for some reason I can't quite shake it.
Ever felt like you're banging your head against a wall with family? In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Rich, a friend from his support group, to dissect the maddening reality of wishing your family would change. Rich shares his personal struggles, recounting past vacations that turned into disasters and his ongoing battle with accepting his family's unchanging nature.
The conversation doesn't just stop at family woes; it digs into how these dynamics bleed into other areas of life, like dating and self-worth. Paul and Rich explore the patterns of seeking validation and falling into unhealthy relationships, all rooted in family experiences. This episode is a raw, relatable dive into the emotional rollercoaster that comes with family expectations and the quest for personal growth.
If you've ever found yourself frustrated by familial relationships, this chat offers a comforting reminder that you're not alone.
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