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Build Bridges, Not Walls-How and Why Boundaries Bring Us Closer to Others | Episode 286
Episode 286
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Many people think that building boundaries is about building walls between us and other people. While this is true in cases where you…
1 year, 8 months ago
When Gifts Become Trauma- Emotional Invalidation in Relationships | Episode 285
Episode 285
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Since getting into ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families), I have come to understand that I have gift trauma. …
1 year, 8 months ago
Control, Fear, Faith and the Power of Boundaries- Gems from My Recovery Journal | Episode 284
Episode 284
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Throughout my recovery journey, I have gotten into the habit of writing down personal revelations or impactful quotes that I come acr…
1 year, 8 months ago
Addicted to Chaos: How Rumination and Catastrophizing Hijack Your Peace (and How to Stop) | Episode 283
Episode 283
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I recently came across the phrase, “Stop extending the life of your problems.” This resonated with me because before I got into recov…
1 year, 8 months ago
How to Set Strong Boundaries: Real-Life Stories of Saying No and Standing Firm | Episode 282
Episode 282
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It’s no secret that boundaries are the key to reclaiming your power, honoring your needs, and living life on your terms. And me showi…
1 year, 8 months ago
Understanding Codependence, Its Origins, and How to Overcome It | Episode 281
Episode 281
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Recognizing and overcoming codependence can be a profound and life-changing journey, but undoing the deeply engrained layers of this …
1 year, 9 months ago
"Living My Truth" with Laurel | Episode 280
Episode 280
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For those who have a loved one who is an alcoholic, you understand the uphill battle of finding the right words that will finally get…
1 year, 9 months ago
The Blame Game- Recognizing and Releasing the Need to Blame | Episode 279
Episode 279
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Content Warning: This episode has brief mentions of the sexual abuse of a child.
One of the things covered in The Solution, a foundat…
1 year, 9 months ago
Breaking Free from Generational Shame and Humiliation | Episode 278
Episode 278
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In ACA we say that shame is the legacy of adult children and it is passed down from generation to generation. That’s why we feel sham…
1 year, 9 months ago
The Meaning Behind the Saying “If You’re Hysterical, It’s Historical” | Episode 277
Episode 277
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Whether you’re in recovery or not, you may have heard the saying, “If you’re hysterical, it’s historical.” This phrase refers to the …
1 year, 10 months ago