Michelle Anderson
Michelle Anderson
Don’t Make These 3 Mistakes When You're Angry
Don’t Make These 3 Mistakes When You're Angry
Don’t Make These 3 Mistakes When You're Angry
Sunday 16th October 2016
Discover 3 practical tips for managing anger when loving someone with addiction in this episode of 'Love Over Addiction' with Michelle Anderson.
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Get the buttons here!Managing Anger in Relationships with Addiction: 3 Practical Tips
When you create a safe space to feel your sadness, your heart will soften and your tenderness will come back.
Feeling angry when your partner struggles with addiction is completely normal. Whether they’ve broken promises, lied about their drinking, or relapsed, the anger you feel is valid. In this episode of 'Love Over Addiction', Michelle Anderson tackles this tough emotion head-on. She shares three practical tips to help you handle your anger in a healthy way. First, Michelle suggests taking a time-out when anger strikes.
Find a safe space, whether it’s hiding under a blanket or locking yourself in the bathroom, to calm down and practice self-care. Deep breathing, reading, or listening to music can work wonders. Next, Michelle advises against owning your loved one’s hurtful words. Let them have the last word and mentally give their negativity back to them. Repeating the mantra 'I'm giving this back to you. I'm not owning this' can help you distance yourself from their hurtful comments.
Finally, creating a playlist of your favorite soothing music can be a powerful tool. Music can help you connect with the sadness that often lies beneath your anger, allowing you to process your emotions more effectively. Michelle's compassionate advice is designed to help you navigate the emotional roller coaster of loving someone with an addiction. This episode offers practical strategies and emotional support to help you manage your anger and find peace.