Should I Stay or Should I Go? Navigating Love and Addiction
Episode Overview
Contemplating leaving a partner with addiction is normal. Focus on self-care and personal healing first. Address codependent behaviours and unresolved issues. Community support is vital in recovery journeys. Clarity about relationship decisions comes through personal healing.
"Addiction is traumatic, and we need to recover from being in such a chaotic situation."
In the podcast episode titled 'Should We Leave?', Michelle Anderson tackles one of the toughest questions faced by those loving someone with an addiction. It's a question that many women grapple with: should I leave my partner? Michelle reassures her audience that contemplating this decision is perfectly normal and not something to be ashamed of. She encourages focusing on self-care and healing, rather than making an immediate decision about leaving or staying.
Through heartfelt discussions, she highlights the importance of recognising that while partners need recovery, so do those who are affected by their addiction. Michelle dives into the emotional rollercoaster of loving someone with addiction, acknowledging the potential physical and mental toll it can take. Her approach is empathetic and non-judgmental, urging listeners to concentrate on their own healing journey. By addressing codependent behaviours and unresolved childhood issues, individuals can start to untangle themselves from the chaos of addiction.
Michelle believes that once personal healing begins, clarity will follow regarding whether to stay or go. With a supportive community, listeners are reminded they are not alone in their struggles. Michelle's gentle guidance offers hope and encouragement to those seeking answers, making this episode a beacon for anyone caught in the whirlwind of loving someone with addiction.