Matt and Katie Davis
Matt and Katie Davis
Ep. 76 High Commitment, Low Attachment
Ep. 76 High Commitment, Low Attachment
Ep. 76 High Commitment, Low Attachment
Wednesday 26th November 2025
Katie Davis shares insights on overcoming attachment issues while supporting a partner through addiction in this engaging episode.
29 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Focus on personal transformation rather than trying to change your partner.
- Outcome-based attachments can lead to unnecessary suffering.
- Checking behaviours often stem from deeper attachment issues.
- Prioritise compassion over control when supporting a partner.
- Embrace 'high commitment, low attachment' for healthier relationships.
"Your pain isn't going to go away by changing your husband. Everything you want can only come by transforming yourself."
Ever wondered what it takes to find peace amidst the chaos of a partner's addiction? In this episode, Katie Davis shares her personal journey and the lessons learned while supporting her husband through his struggles with pornography addiction. Katie dives into the concept of 'high commitment, low attachment', explaining how attaching your self-worth to your partner's recovery can lead to unnecessary suffering. She emphasises the importance of focusing on personal growth and healing, rather than trying to control external circumstances.
Katie discusses how checking your partner's phone or needing constant validation can be symptoms of deeper attachment issues. Through relatable examples, she illustrates how outcome-based attachments can disrupt your peace and offers insights on shifting towards a healthier mindset. With a touch of humour and sincerity, Katie encourages listeners to redefine their approach to support, transforming desperation into compassion.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling trapped in the cycle of trying to fix someone else to find their own happiness. So, are you ready to embrace a new way of thinking that prioritises your own well-being?