Tanya and Jerry Gioia

Sober on Purpose

Tanya Gioia

  • Fighting the Right Fight in Marriage with an Addict

Fighting the Right Fight in Marriage with an Addict

Tuesday 11th July 2023

Explore how to fight for your marriage, not against it, amidst addiction challenges in this heartfelt episode.
14 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Compassionate
Hopeful
Engaging

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Sober on Purpose
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Tanya and Jerry Gioia
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Fighting for Love: Navigating Marriage and Addiction

Episode Overview

  • Identify whether you're fighting each other or the addiction.
  • Focus on building attachment rather than just achieving sobriety.
  • Recognise that shouting and ultimatums won't resolve issues.
  • Create a roadmap for addressing deeper marital challenges.
  • Stop wasting energy on unwinnable battles.
"Are you fighting each other or are you fighting for the marriage? There's a huge difference."
Marriage can be a wonderful partnership, but throw addiction into the mix and it can quickly become a battleground. In this episode of 'Sober on Purpose', Tanya Gioia dives into the complexities of maintaining a healthy marriage when addiction is present. She explores whether couples are fighting against each other or battling the real villain – addiction itself.
Drawing from her own experience and a wealth of knowledge, Tanya offers practical advice on how to build a lasting connection that can withstand the trials of addiction. With humour and empathy, she shares the importance of recognising what fight you're actually engaged in. Are you sparring over trivial matters like where the fork should go, or are you addressing deeper issues?
Tanya stresses that shouting matches and ultimatums won't solve anything, and instead encourages a focus on attachment and understanding. The episode is peppered with anecdotes that will resonate with anyone who's ever felt like they're fighting a losing battle in their relationship. Tanya's message is clear: stop wasting energy on fights you can't win, and instead learn to fight for your marriage, not against it.
This episode is perfect for anyone looking to create a loving legacy for their family while tackling the challenges of addiction head-on.
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