Chapter 9: Functional & DysfunctionalChapter 9: Functional & Dysfunctional
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Chapter 9 of Monkeytraps, read by the author Steve Hauptman. We all need to contorl come things, which makes it all the easier to believe that we need to control EVERYTHING! Where do we cross the line from functional to dysfunctional,...
2:14•2 Dec 2022
Control: When It Helps and When It Hurts
“Functional controlling is in some way healthy, necessary, appropriate or needs-satisfying. Dysfunctional controlling, also known as dyscontrol, is none of those things.”
Ever felt the urge to manage every tiny detail around you? In this episode of 'MonkeyTraps', Steve Hauptman dives into the tricky territory of control. Reading from Chapter 9 of his book, Hauptman breaks down the difference between functional control, which is healthy and necessary, and dysfunctional control, which can spiral into anxiety, addiction, and relationship woes. He explains how our need to control everything is often a fear-driven response that ultimately does more harm than good.
Hauptman’s insights guide listeners on how to recognize when control becomes harmful and offers practical steps to set boundaries and reclaim a balanced life. Whether you're a control freak or know someone who is, this episode is packed with valuable advice on navigating the fine line between helpful and harmful control.
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