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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Adult Children of Alcoholics
Understanding and Healing from a Difficult Childhood Legacy
Book • 1990
In this book, Janet G. Woititz delves into the intricate emotional and psychological impacts on individuals who grew up in households affected by alcoholism.
She examines how these childhood experiences shape adult behavior, relationships, and self-perception.
The book blends real-life stories with professional analysis and offers practical strategies for healing, including seeking therapy, joining support groups, and utilizing self-help resources.
Woititz emphasizes the importance of breaking the cycle of dysfunction and provides steps for personal development, such as cultivating self-compassion, practicing self-care, and setting realistic goals.
She examines how these childhood experiences shape adult behavior, relationships, and self-perception.
The book blends real-life stories with professional analysis and offers practical strategies for healing, including seeking therapy, joining support groups, and utilizing self-help resources.
Woititz emphasizes the importance of breaking the cycle of dysfunction and provides steps for personal development, such as cultivating self-compassion, practicing self-care, and setting realistic goals.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
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for its profound impact on 

's understanding of his upbringing.


David Perell


Chamath Palihapitiya

193 snips
Chamath Palihapitiya: Write Like a Billionaire | How I Write Podcast
Mentioned by 

as a helpful resource in understanding the impact of growing up in an alcoholic family.


Chamath Palihapitiya

31 snips
#1: Chamath Palihapitiya – The Social Capital Flywheel, EP.167
Mentioned by Missy when discussing her recovery journey and the impact it had on her understanding of family dynamics.

14 snips
EP 83: Evan and Missy's Story
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as insightful in understanding his own anger, anxiety, and compulsive behaviors.


Chamath Palihapitiya

Chamath Palihapitiya – The Social Capital Flywheel (Capital Allocators, EP.167)
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as a book he reads daily as part of his morning routine.

Johnathan Person

Sobriety, Startups, and Showing Up with Aug11 Founder Johnathan Person
Mentioned by 

as the author of the book discussing the impact of alcoholism on families.


Oprah Winfrey

Special: Family of Alcoholics