Michelle Anderson
Michelle Anderson
Three Lies We Believe When We Love An Alcoholic
Three Lies We Believe When We Love An Alcoholic
Three Lies We Believe When We Love An Alcoholic
Sunday 8th March 2020
Michelle Anderson debunks three harmful beliefs when loving someone with an addiction and offers a path to personal healing 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
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Free from Harmful Beliefs: Loving an Alcoholic
When we love someone suffering from addiction, we can take on the role of fixer, solver, and just plain ‘figure-everything-out-and-make-everything-better-er’. Am I right?
Loving someone with an addiction can be a heavy burden, often filled with self-doubt and misplaced responsibility. In this episode of 'Love Over Addiction', Michelle Anderson dives into the three most common lies we tell ourselves when we love someone struggling with alcoholism. Have you ever felt like it's your job to fix everything? Michelle understands that feeling all too well and explains why it's not only unhelpful but also damaging to your own well-being.
Michelle takes a compassionate approach as she discusses how we often blame ourselves for our loved one's addiction. She reminds us that their addiction is not our fault and that our reactions don't cause their drinking. This episode is a heartfelt call to let go of the guilt and focus on your own healing journey. Another common misconception Michelle tackles is the idea that our self-worth is tied to our partner's sobriety.
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that if they loved us enough, they would quit drinking. Michelle debunks this harmful belief, emphasizing that their love for us and their addiction are separate issues. Lastly, Michelle warns against trying to control your loved one's behavior through shaming, pleading, or threats. These tactics not only fail but also strain the relationship further. Instead, she encourages embracing forgiveness and letting go of these futile efforts.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by a loved one's addiction, this episode offers a blend of empathy, practical advice, and hope. Michelle's insights can help you shift your focus from trying to fix them to taking care of yourself.