Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane, Nancy Landrum
Releasing Resentment and Guilt Through “Pungent Boundaries,” with Nancy Landrum
Releasing Resentment and Guilt Through “Pungent Boundaries,” with Nancy Landrum
Releasing Resentment and Guilt Through “Pungent Boundaries,” with Nancy Landrum
Thursday 7th November 2024
Nancy Landrum shares her journey of setting 'pungent boundaries' while dealing with her son's addiction. Gain practical strategies for healthier relationships.
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Set clear and enforceable boundaries to protect your emotional wellbeing.
- Understand that guilt and resentment often stem from an imbalance of responsibility.
- Recognise the importance of allowing loved ones to face natural consequences.
- Use calm and consistent communication when enforcing boundaries.
- Reflect on personal beliefs and their impact on your mental health.
Every time I step in between a capable person’s action and its natural consequence, I am interfering with his or her opportunity to learn
In this episode of Hopestream, Brenda Zane sits down with Nancy Landrum, a relationship coach and author of eight books, to discuss the importance of setting boundaries, especially when dealing with loved ones struggling with substance misuse. Nancy shares her deeply personal journey with her son, who suffered from substance addiction and ultimately lost his battle due to congestive heart failure.
Her story is a poignant reminder of the complexities parents face and the difficult decisions they must make for their children’s wellbeing. Nancy’s concept of 'pungent boundaries' is explained in detail, highlighting how boundaries often arise from an imbalance of responsibility and the need to protect oneself from further emotional harm. The conversation covers the challenges of dealing with guilt and resentment, and how setting firm boundaries can lead to healthier relationships.
Nancy also shares practical advice on how to enforce these boundaries calmly and without drama, ensuring they are respected and understood. Her insights are not just theoretical but come from years of lived experience, making them all the more relatable and actionable for parents in similar situations. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the turmoil of a loved one’s addiction, offering both hope and practical strategies for moving forward.
Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on maintaining your own mental health while supporting your child through their struggles.