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Thrive in Relationships While Having an Addiction or Chronic Illness
Description
00:00 Welcome & Today's Focus
01:10 Defining Chronic Illnesses & Addiction
02:20 Types of Physical & Mental Chronic Conditions
05:00 Living with Symptoms and Finding Control
07:20 Attachment Trauma and Its Effects
10:00 Emotional Dysregulation & Communication Struggles
13:10 Self-Esteem, Powerlessness, and Chronic Illness
16:00 Educating Yourself and Others
18:40 Tracking Symptoms and Finding Empowerment
21:00 Communication & Coping with Flares
23:30 Purposeful Actions & Using Energy Wisely
27:00 Setting Boundaries in Relationships
31:10 Handling Exhaustion & Prioritizing Goals
34:10 Mindfulness, Communication, and Vulnerabilities
39:00 Building Secure Attachment & Self-Compassion
43:30 Celebrating Successes & Embracing Limitations
46:00 Principles for Healthy Relationships (PERFECTS)
53:00 Developing Alternatives & Maintaining Social Life
56:00 Conclusion: Nurturing Relationships with Limited Energy
01:00:00 Q&A and Closing Thoughts
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