Heidi Rain
Heidi Rain
Addict Manipulation: How Alcoholics lie and manipulate You
Addict Manipulation: How Alcoholics lie and manipulate You
Addict Manipulation: How Alcoholics lie and manipulate You
Monday 22nd January 2024
Heidi Rain reveals how to spot and counteract manipulation tactics used by addicts, offering practical steps towards healing in this insightful episode.
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17 minutes
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Heidi Rain
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Healing Relationships
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Recognize the damaging effects of manipulation and gaslighting
- Gain invaluable knowledge on navigating complex dynamics with addicts
- Learn how to heal from toxic relationships
- Avoid asking damaging questions to an alcoholic
- Understand addiction's native tongue: lies, and reframe responses to addicts' behaviour
What do I want? You're at the bar or you're at the table. John gets up and walks over to the bar. You think you're having a good time. He comes back. He starts to get a little weird. Starting to notice what he's doing with the waiter. They're like, oh shit, here we go. What do you want, hon? What do you want? Do you want to be where you're at? Do you want to be in the fight sitting there trying to get him to admit that he's creating this issue? Do you want to be in that? Or do you want a skill or a plan when that happens to take care of yourself, to protect yourself, to prevent that from even happening to yourself in the future. What do you want?
Ever felt like you're constantly walking on eggshells around someone struggling with addiction? In this episode of 'Breaking the Chains: Overcoming Addiction and Codependency', Heidi Rain dives into the heart-wrenching world of manipulation and gaslighting often employed by addicts. With her characteristic blend of empathy and expertise, Heidi unpacks two crucial questions you should never ask an alcoholic. These questions, she explains, can trigger a cascade of deceit and emotional turmoil, leaving you feeling lost and powerless.
Heidi doesn't just highlight the problem; she offers a beacon of hope and practical strategies to reclaim your sense of self and navigate these toxic dynamics. Whether you're dealing with an alcoholic partner, friend, or family member, her insights are a lifeline. You'll learn how to spot manipulation tactics and protect your mental well-being. This episode is a must-listen for anyone entangled in the web of addiction and codependency.
Heidi's compassionate guidance will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take the first steps towards healing and recovery. So, if you're tired of the constant anxiety, resentment, and anger that comes with loving an addict, tune in and discover how to break free from the chains of manipulation.