The Freedom Model
The Freedom Model
A Discussion on Love, Relationships, and Addiction
A Discussion on Love, Relationships, and Addiction
A Discussion on Love, Relationships, and Addiction
Thursday 16th January 2025
Mark and Michelle explore the complexities of love and addiction, sharing personal stories and client experiences to highlight healthier relationship dynamics.
37 minutes
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The Freedom Model
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Different types of love impact relationships uniquely.
- Upbringing significantly shapes our understanding of love.
- Mutual growth and patience are key to successful relationships.
- Addiction can complicate relationships but is manageable.
- Vulnerability and willingness to change are essential.
Successful relationships aren't dependent on perfection; sometimes being loving is enough.
Ever wondered how love and addiction intertwine? In this episode, Mark Sheeran and Michelle Dunbar, co-founders of The Freedom Model, dive into the complexities of love and relationships, especially in the context of addiction. They share personal stories and client experiences that reveal how upbringing and past relationships shape our understanding of love. Mark recounts his own journey of understanding love after a tumultuous childhood, highlighting how misconceptions about love can lead to emotional pain.
Michelle adds depth with her story of working with a spouse who stayed in a challenging relationship out of love, despite external judgments. The episode discusses different types of love, including being in love, loving actions, and receiving love. It also explores how addiction can complicate relationships, with individuals sometimes turning to substances or behaviours as a form of control. The hosts emphasise that successful relationships require mutual growth, patience, and the willingness to be vulnerable.
They challenge the traditional views on addiction treatment, advocating for a more individualised approach that focuses on personal beliefs and perspectives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the intricate dance between love and addiction, and how to foster healthier relationships amidst these challenges.