Michelle Anderson
Michelle Anderson
A Well Designed Happy Life With or Without Them
A Well Designed Happy Life With or Without Them
A Well Designed Happy Life With or Without Them
Sunday 12th May 2024
Discover how to build a fulfilling life regardless of your loved one's addiction. Michelle Anderson shares practical steps and personal stories.
5 minutes
Encouraging
Supportive
Compassionate
Hopeful
Empowering
About this podcast
Author:
Michelle Anderson
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Design a fulfilling life independent of your loved one's sobriety.
- Identify small joys that make you happy.
- Create a dream board to visualise your goals.
- Share your experiences to build community support.
- Find hope and happiness in simple pleasures.
Daring to imagine a life that does not revolve around their addiction. That's an act of courage.
In this episode of 'Love Over Addiction', Michelle Anderson tackles a tough but empowering topic: living a happy life, whether or not your loved one overcomes their addiction. She dives into the emotional roller coaster that comes with loving someone who struggles with addiction and how it can often feel like your happiness is tied to their sobriety. But what if you could design a fulfilling life that doesn't depend on their choices?
Michelle believes it's possible and shares practical steps to help you get there. Michelle's approach is both compassionate and practical. She encourages you to imagine what your ideal life looks like, independent of your loved one's addiction. Whether it's baking cupcakes, taking a walk with a friend, or reading a book on the back porch, these small joys can be the foundation of a well-designed happy life.
She even suggests creating a dream board to visualise your goals and keep them at the forefront of your mind. One of the most powerful moments in the episode is when Michelle shares her own experiences. She talks about how she found hope and happiness in simple pleasures like wearing cosy socks by the fire or riding her bike with her kids. These moments didn't involve her partner's sobriety; they were just things she loved.
It's a reminder that you can find joy and fulfilment on your own terms. Michelle also touches on the importance of community and support. She invites you to share your ideas and experiences, emphasising that you're not alone in this journey. By connecting with others who understand what you're going through, you can find encouragement and strength.
So, if you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed by your loved one's addiction, this episode offers a fresh perspective and practical advice to help you reclaim your happiness. Michelle's blend of empathy, humour, and actionable steps makes it a must-listen for anyone navigating this challenging path.