Andrea Vitz
Andrea Vitz, Jon Leon Guerrero
05-20-2025 Control
05-20-2025 Control
05-20-2025 Control
Tuesday 20th May 2025
Explore the impulse to control in relationships with Dr. Andrea Vitz. Learn how true leadership guides without micromanaging.
6 minutes
Informative
Encouraging
Supportive
Compassionate
Honest
About this podcast
Author:
Andrea Vitz
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Healing Relationships
Relationships & Community
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Episode Overview
- Identify where you exert unnecessary control in relationships.
- Understand the emotions driving controlling behaviours.
- True leadership involves guiding, not controlling.
- Balance structure with allowance for personal growth.
- Use self-awareness as a tool for personal development.
"True authority does not control. True authority guides."
In this enlightening episode of Levelheaded Talk, Dr. Andrea Vitz and Jon Leon Guerrero tackle the often overlooked impulse to control others. Through a mix of humour and honesty, they explore how this need for control can manifest in everyday situations, like feeling the urge to micromanage in the kitchen. They discuss the underlying emotions, such as anxiety and resentment, that drive these behaviours and offer practical advice on recognising and addressing them. Dr.
Vitz shares her expertise on emotional sobriety, encouraging you to examine where you might be exerting unnecessary control in your relationships. She highlights the importance of true leadership, which isn't about wielding power but about guiding others with empathy and setting an example. By relinquishing control and allowing others the freedom to learn and grow, you can foster genuine connections and personal growth.
The episode also touches on the concept of providing structure versus allowance, using metaphors like a child exploring within the safety of a balcony's guardrails. This balance allows for personal development while maintaining security. The hosts encourage you to identify emotionally triggered behaviours and to see this self-awareness as a growth opportunity rather than a flaw. So, if you're curious about how control affects your life and relationships, this episode offers valuable insights.
It invites reflection on your motives and challenges you to embrace a more supportive and less controlling approach to your interactions.