Controlling Behavior – Episode 207Controlling Behavior – Episode 207
The Recovery Show » Finding serenity through 12 step recovery in Al-Anon – a podcast
Do you believe you can control another person’s drinking? Or maybe all of their behavior? What consequences have your attempts to control led to?
44:17•27 Jun 2017
Breaking Free from Control: Embracing Acceptance in 12-Step Recovery
“What would happen if I stopped trying to change the alcoholic or anyone else? You're wrong if you think that I'll be just like you.”
Do you often find yourself trying to control a loved one's drinking or behavior? In this episode of The Recovery Show, the host delves into the tricky terrain of controlling behavior and its consequences. Through personal anecdotes and the wisdom of the 12-step program, the episode explores how attempts to control others can backfire, leading to frustration and strained relationships.
The host, who has recently started working the steps with an AWOL (A Way Of Life) group, shares insights from their journey, emphasizing the importance of acceptance and letting go. Guests also chime in with their experiences, offering advice on setting healthy boundaries and expressing needs without trying to change others.
The episode wraps up with a discussion on the role of music in recovery and a gentle reminder about the costs of producing the show, inviting listeners to support the program. Tune in for a heartfelt and enlightening conversation that might just change how you approach your relationships.
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