Pure Desire Podcast 181 - Present For The Holidays: Double Binds
Dec 22, 2020
Rich Moore, an expert on recovery strategies, shares his insights on navigating the holiday season's tricky double binds. He defines these challenging situations where every choice seems fraught with difficulty. The discussion delves into how these binds can impact emotional and sexual health, especially during family gatherings. Rich emphasizes the importance of honest communication and setting boundaries. Practical tips include mental rehearsal for potentially stressful conversations and leaning on support networks to avoid isolation when faced with tough decisions.
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Double Binds Drive Avoidance And Relapse
- Double binds are situations where every available choice feels undesirable and creates pressure to avoid deciding.
- Facing double binds reduces relapse probability and moves you toward health and relationship growth.
Name It And Preplan Your Response
- Name the double bind and bring it into trusted community or your spouse to get support and perspective.
- Pre-plan responses and rehearse triggers so you arrive prepared instead of reacting in the moment.
Holiday Food Triggers Recovery
- Trevor and Rich shared how holiday food triggers their coping habits and weight goals.
- Rich described losing 84 pounds since July and facing temptations at every gathering.