Michelle Anderson
Michell Anderson
Six Ways To Avoid Another Holiday Full of Drama
Six Ways To Avoid Another Holiday Full of Drama
Six Ways To Avoid Another Holiday Full of Drama
Sunday 2nd December 2018
Michelle Anderson shares six tips to enjoy the holidays while loving someone with addiction on 'Love Over Addiction'.
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Get the buttons here!Brighten Your Holidays: Six Tips for Loving Someone with Addiction
This is your opportunity and this is your chance to learn to protect yourself, to take control over your choices and think about what's in your best interest, because if you're protecting yourself, you are serving other people around you way better than if you're some empty woman who is drained and thinking about giving and giving, and giving to others and not giving to herself.
Holidays can be a minefield of stress and anxiety when you love someone battling addiction. Michelle Anderson, host of 'Love Over Addiction', understands this all too well. In this episode, she shares six practical tips to help you reclaim the joy of the season, even when your loved one's behavior threatens to derail your festive spirit. One standout piece of advice is to make plans that don't revolve around your loved one.
It might feel odd at first, but Anderson assures us that even a few minutes of genuine fun can be better than an entire evening filled with disappointment. She encourages listeners to prioritize their own happiness and well-being. Another tip is to find ways to give back. Volunteering can provide a much-needed break from the chaos and offer a sense of fulfillment.
Or, if things get too overwhelming, consider escaping to a peaceful retreat like a cozy cabin in the woods. Anderson also emphasizes the importance of protecting your values and making choices that serve your best interests. She points out that looking after yourself isn't just beneficial for you; it helps those around you too. 'If you're protecting yourself, you're serving other people way better than if you're drained and constantly giving without replenishing,' she notes.
These tips aren't just about surviving the holidays—they're about thriving and finding joy in the midst of challenges. Tune in to this episode of 'Love Over Addiction' for a dose of encouragement and actionable advice on making your holiday season brighter.