Self-Care: Your Lifeline When Loving Someone with Addiction
Ask yourself, what is it that you can do? What's the one consistent that you can offer yourself to do every day, so that you are rewarding yourself and recognizing yourself for the hard work that you're doing and giving yourself something to look forward to every day, because it's important, that's a form of self-care, that is a form of taking a pause and saying: I've done a good job, I'm proud of myself, I worked hard Today and this is really going to be fun.
Ever feel like you're drowning while trying to support a loved one with addiction? Michelle Anderson knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of 'Love Over Addiction', she gets real about why self-care isn't just a buzzword—it's your lifeline. Michelle opens up about her own journey, sharing how daily self-care practices helped her stay grounded amid the chaos.
From indulging in a bowl of ice cream and Netflix to taking peaceful walks with her dog, she shows that self-care doesn't have to be complicated or trendy. It's about finding what genuinely helps you feel more calm and resilient. Michelle also tackles the common hurdles we face, like self-sabotage, and offers practical tips to overcome them. Whether you're new to self-care or looking for fresh ideas, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that you deserve care and attention too.
Tune in and discover how small daily rituals can make a big difference in your emotional well-being.