Michelle Anderson
Michelle Lisa Anderson
If You're Thinking About Leaving
If You're Thinking About Leaving
If You're Thinking About Leaving
Sunday 10th June 2018
Michelle Lisa Anderson shares her journey of leaving a partner with addiction, offering insights and encouragement for overcoming fear in 'Love Over Addiction'.
23 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
Michelle Anderson
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Finding the Strength to Leave: Conquering Fear in Relationships with Addiction
Part of this whole deal of loving somebody and leaving somebody with addiction is asking for what you need. It's not taking the easy way out. That's belittling you and trusting the experts around you.
Ever felt trapped in a relationship with someone battling addiction? Michelle Lisa Anderson knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of 'Love Over Addiction', she shares her deeply personal journey of finding the courage to leave her husband, who struggled with substance use disorder. The fear of leaving can be paralyzing, making you feel like there's no way out. But Michelle’s story is a testament to the strength that lies within us all.
She opens up about the overwhelming fear and the monumental steps she took to reclaim her life. Michelle doesn't sugarcoat the process; leaving a loved one with addiction is anything but easy. However, she emphasizes that it's crucial to ask for what you need, even when it's tough. Trusting professionals like lawyers and counselors, and leaning on a supportive community, can make all the difference.
Michelle's candid discussion aims to empower listeners to face their fears head-on and make the necessary changes for a healthier life. If you’re contemplating leaving a partner with addiction or are in the midst of such a decision, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt encouragement. Michelle’s experience shows that while the journey is challenging, it's possible to find the courage within yourself to take that leap. Tune in to hear how you can overcome your fears and start anew.