The Dr. John Delony Show

I Fell off the Wagon and I Feel Like a Fraud

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Jun 10, 2024
Topics discussed include relapse after attempting to quit drinking, struggle with boundary issues and mismatched expectations with parents, teaching an 8-year-old about healthy relationships, navigating self-doubt, seeking support, managing fame, family dynamics, communication, conflict resolution, co-parenting after divorce, and self-care advice for fathers.
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ANECDOTE

Jacob's Alcohol and Anxiety Struggle

  • Jacob shares struggling with alcohol and anxiety while preparing to run a company.
  • He feels pressure and self-doubt despite external trust and promotion.
INSIGHT

Anxiety Distorts Perception

  • Anxiety distorts perception, making people see false negatives.
  • Feelings function to protect, not to reveal objective reality.
ADVICE

Get Help for Addiction

  • Stop trying to overcome addiction alone; it causes more anxiety.
  • Attend support meetings anonymously and involve your spouse in recovery.
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