Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
Sara Abbott, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
STOP Loving Who You WANT Them To Be Feat. Co-host, Leslie
STOP Loving Who You WANT Them To Be Feat. Co-host, Leslie
STOP Loving Who You WANT Them To Be Feat. Co-host, Leslie
Sunday 30th March 2025
Sara Abbott and Leslie discuss the struggles of loving people for who you want them to be vs. who they truly are.
51 minutes
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Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Navigating Intimate Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Loving People for Who They Are: A Journey of Acceptance
Episode Overview
- Accept people for who they are, not who you want them to be.
- Understand the impact of trauma on your relationship patterns.
- Empathy is key to authentic connections.
- Self-acceptance leads to healthier relationships.
- Personal growth involves recognizing and changing harmful patterns.
You can't make people be something because even when you make them be something, it still ends up being empty
In this episode of Bold Beautiful Borderline, Sara Abbott and co-host Leslie dive into the challenges of loving people for who you want them to be rather than who they truly are. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how this tendency can affect relationships, friendships, and even career paths. Sara and Leslie share personal anecdotes and reflections on their own struggles with this issue, highlighting the impact it has had on their lives and mental health.
The conversation is raw, honest, and peppered with light-hearted moments that make the serious topic more approachable. Leslie discusses how past relationships and experiences have shaped her expectations and the importance of meeting people where they are. Sara shares her journey of learning to accept her husband’s quirks and interests, which has led to a more fulfilling and authentic relationship. The episode touches on themes of empathy, self-worth, and the need for self-acceptance.
It’s a powerful reminder that true love and connection come from accepting people as they are, not as we wish them to be. If you’ve ever found yourself trying to mould someone into your ideal, this episode is a must-listen. It offers valuable insights and practical advice on how to embrace authenticity in your relationships.