Karilyn Ivers Tracy
Karilyn Ivers
Your Questions Answered
Your Questions Answered
Your Questions Answered
Monday 23rd November 2020
Karilyn Ivers Tracy answers 10 listener questions on relationships affected by addiction. Learn about forgiveness, guilt, boundaries, and more.
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27 minutes
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Karilyn Ivers Tracy
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Categories:
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Your Questions, Answered: Navigating Relationships with an Addicted Partner
Your mental health is your responsibility.
Ever wished you could sit down with an expert and get answers to your burning questions about dealing with a partner's addiction? This episode of 'Your Partner's Addiction' offers just that. Certified Life Coach Karilyn Ivers Tracy tackles ten of the most pressing questions from listeners who are grappling with the complexities of loving someone struggling with addiction.
Whether you're wondering if it's safe to reunite with a recovering partner, how to handle guilt for staying or leaving, or why addicts lie about seemingly trivial things, Karilyn provides thoughtful and practical advice. She begins by addressing the tough question of whether it's safe to return to a partner who is now in recovery. Her insights are both compassionate and grounded in reality, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing your own mental health.
Karilyn also delves into the challenging topics of forgiveness and moving on, offering strategies to see your partner as a person beyond their addiction and how to remember the good parts without getting pulled back into unhealthy dynamics. One particularly eye-opening discussion revolves around the fear of relapse and how to support your partner without enabling them.
Karilyn explains why addicts might lie about things that seem insignificant and explores the idea that sometimes, hitting rock bottom is necessary for real change. She also shares her thoughts on how to deal with noncompliance in treatment and denial, providing a balanced perspective on these difficult issues. Throughout the episode, Karilyn emphasizes that your mental health is your responsibility, encouraging listeners to take control of their thoughts and emotions.
She wraps up with actionable advice on how to have productive conversations with your partner about their addiction, aiming to foster an environment where choosing treatment becomes a viable option. If you're navigating the stormy waters of a relationship affected by addiction, this episode is a must-listen. It's packed with valuable insights and practical tips that can help you prioritize your well-being while supporting your partner.