Mastering Boundaries: Essential Tips for Loving Someone with Addiction
A codependent with no boundaries not only lacks protection, but has no ability to recognize another person's right to have boundaries with the codependent.
Feeling like you're constantly bending over backward for a loved one struggling with addiction? Michelle Anderson gets it. In this episode of 'Love Over Addiction', she dives into the complex world of setting boundaries, especially if you identify as codependent. Michelle doesn’t sugarcoat it—boundaries are tough and take practice, but they’re vital for maintaining your own morals and values.
Drawing from a favorite book and sharing relatable stories, Michelle offers a treasure trove of advice on how to establish and stick to boundaries. She emphasizes that even if you don’t consider yourself codependent, these tips can still be a game-changer. Through real-life examples, Michelle illustrates how boundaries can help protect your well-being and prevent you from losing yourself in the chaos of someone else’s addiction. But it's not just about drawing lines in the sand.
Michelle also delves into the importance of self-care and trusting your gut. She encourages listeners to reflect on their own patterns and make decisions that prioritize their mental health. This episode is a lifeline for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the emotional toll of loving someone with addiction. So, if you’re ready to reclaim your sense of self and create a healthier dynamic in your relationships, tune in to this enlightening episode.
Michelle’s down-to-earth advice and heartfelt stories will inspire you to take those first steps toward setting boundaries and finding peace.