Michelle Anderson
Michelle Anderson
Finding Compassion Is Your Choice
Finding Compassion Is Your Choice
Finding Compassion Is Your Choice
Sunday 10th May 2020
Michelle Anderson offers tips on finding compassion and practicing self-care while loving someone with addiction during lockdown on 'Love Over Addiction'.
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Michelle Anderson
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Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Finding Compassion at Home: Michelle Anderson's Tips for Loving Someone with Addiction
We need to look for ways to cope while in the same house or apartment as our loved one, and so the way we do that is through compassion.
Being in lockdown has added a new layer of challenge to loving someone with an addiction. Michelle Anderson, the host of 'Love Over Addiction', dives into this complex issue with practical advice and heartfelt wisdom. With our usual coping mechanisms out of reach, Anderson suggests a fresh approach to finding compassion both for yourself and your loved one. She encourages listeners to shift their perspective and imagine themselves in the shoes of the person struggling with addiction.
This exercise helps foster a deeper understanding and empathy for their battle. Michelle doesn't shy away from the hard truths, acknowledging that this path is tough but ultimately rewarding. One key takeaway is the practice of self-compassion. By being kind to yourself, you can better support your loved one without burning out. Another crucial tip is maintaining a 'quiet mouth'. This means holding back from saying things that could further damage your loved one's self-esteem, which is often already fragile.
Additionally, Michelle highlights the importance of carving out a quiet space for yourself at home. This sanctuary allows you to practice self-care and recharge, making it easier to handle the emotional roller coaster that comes with loving someone in addiction. Whether it's a small corner of your bedroom or a spot in the garden, having a place to retreat can make a significant difference.
This episode is a lifeline for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the dual pressures of lockdown and addiction. Michelle's compassionate guidance offers a beacon of hope and practical steps to navigate these trying times. Tune in to 'Love Over Addiction' and discover how to cultivate compassion in your home.