How to Stop Comparing Your Relationship to Other CouplesHow to Stop Comparing Your Relationship to Other Couples
Love Over Addiction
When , one of my biggest battles was comparing my marriage to my friends’, family’s, and even strangers’ relationships. There was one evening when I was on a date night with my husband. waiting to be seated at a Italian restaurant. I was nervous...
15:29•14 Jan 2018
Finding Peace: Letting Go of Comparisons in Relationships with Addicts
“The bottom line is, most of us are in love with good people who are covered up by this disease. We just need to check in with ourselves and stop comparing.”
Ever find yourself looking at other couples and feeling a pang of envy? Michelle Anderson gets it. In this heartfelt episode of 'Love Over Addiction', she opens up about her own struggles with comparing her marriage to others when her husband was battling addiction. Picture this: you're out on a date night, but instead of enjoying the moment, you're anxious about your partner ordering a drink.
Michelle shares a vivid memory of watching a seemingly perfect couple and feeling like her relationship could never measure up. This episode dives into the dangers of such comparisons and how they can steal your peace. Michelle offers practical advice on shifting your focus from what others have to what you need and feel. She emphasizes that many people in relationships with addicts are in love with good individuals who are overshadowed by addiction.
You'll hear about signs of unhealthy relationships, tips for identifying healthy ones, and questions to consider before ending a relationship. Plus, Michelle shares strategies for overcoming resentment and insecurity. If you're looking for relatable stories and actionable advice to help you find peace in your relationship, this episode is a must-listen.
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