YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
Episode 93: Compassion or Enabling: The struggle between being Christlike and Enabling
Episode 93: Compassion or Enabling: The struggle between being Christlike and Enabling
Episode 93: Compassion or Enabling: The struggle between being Christlike and Enabling
Wednesday 18th December 2024
Explore the struggle between compassion and enabling in addiction, and why setting boundaries is vital for Christian families.
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Episode Overview
- Boundaries are essential in dealing with loved ones' addictions.
- Faith can sometimes be weaponized, making boundaries harder.
- Biblical stories show God values boundaries without changing them.
- Fear and societal perceptions complicate boundary setting.
- Clear boundaries can lead to healing and recovery.
How can we expect our loved one to respect our boundaries if we don't respect them ourselves?
In this episode of the Your Living Proof Podcast, hosts Danny and EJ delve into the complex and painful issue of setting boundaries with addicted loved ones. This is a particular challenge for many Christian families, especially members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, who are committed to showing unconditional love. The struggle lies in the perception that setting boundaries may feel like a betrayal or a lack of compassion.
The discussion highlights how faith can be weaponized against individuals, making it difficult to hold boundaries. A poignant story is shared about a religious leader who articulates the need for boundaries in our relationship with God, which can serve as a model for family dynamics. Biblical stories such as Adam and Eve, the prodigal son, and others demonstrate how God sets clear boundaries without changing them, despite His unwavering love.
Danny and EJ emphasize the emotional turmoil families face when dealing with addiction. Many fear the unknown consequences of setting boundaries, such as losing control or societal judgment. They explain that it is crucial to recognize that enabling behavior can perpetuate the cycle of addiction. The podcast encourages listeners to see boundary setting as an act of love, following the example given by Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.
Families are urged to seek support and resources to effectively implement boundaries, as doing so alone can be incredibly challenging. Danny shares powerful stories from their program, illustrating how setting boundaries can transform family dynamics and provide hope for recovery. The episode concludes with a call to action for families to embrace healthy boundaries as a path to healing, echoing the sentiment that God never changes His boundaries, and neither should we.