Candace Schoner
Candace Schoner
Conditional Love
Conditional Love
Conditional Love
Wednesday 5th November 2025
Explore how conditional love impacts self-esteem, relationships, and work performance with insights from Dr. Dan Elash.
29 minutes
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Candace Schoner
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Understanding conditional love is crucial for personal growth.
- Recognising patterns of conditional love helps begin healing.
- Self-compassion and authenticity are key to overcoming challenges.
- Reframing negative self-talk builds resilience.
- Parental validation plays a significant role in emotional development.
"We're all more or less recovering from that conditional love."
What are the common struggles and victories in addiction recovery? In this eye-opening episode of 'Speaking Candidly with Candace,' host Candace Schoner sits down with Dr. Dan Elash, a former clinical psychologist and executive coach, to unravel the complexities of conditional love. This intriguing discussion covers how conditional love shapes self-esteem and emotional development, impacting personal relationships and work performance. Dr.
Elash shares his expert perspective, comparing human dependency to that of baby animals, illustrating how we're biologically wired to need validation from our caregivers. The episode dives into the nuances of how conditional love can lead to people-pleasing behaviours and insecurity, often resulting in anxiety and depression. Dr. Elash emphasises the importance of recognising these patterns as a first step towards healing, advocating for self-compassion and authenticity as vital tools in overcoming these challenges.
He also offers practical advice on reframing negative self-talk and building resilience. Through engaging anecdotes and expert insights, listeners are guided to understand the impact of conditional love on their lives and how they can begin to heal from its effects. The conversation is not only informative but also provides a compassionate look at the emotional hurdles many face in their journey to self-worth. Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey?
Tune in to learn how understanding conditional love can be a stepping stone to personal growth and healthier relationships.