The hosts of Feedback Friday discuss topics such as justice for a blackmail victim, dealing with loved ones who refuse medication, recycling lithium-ion batteries, waking up to reality, distinguishing between possible and impossible conspiracy theories, and setting boundaries with a manipulative mother. The podcast also explores creative escapes in East Germany, accountability for dangerous personalities, struggling with addiction and mental health, and creating independence.
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Quick takeaways
It is important to have an open and honest conversation with your loved one who refuses to take necessary medication to discuss expectations and commit to their own well-being.
Setting clear boundaries and expressing needs in a relationship is crucial, and it is important to assess what level of stress and neglect is acceptable to you.
Seeking support from family, friends, and professionals is essential in dealing with the challenges of supporting a loved one's recovery.
Prioritizing self-care and finding healthy coping mechanisms is vital in managing stress and anxiety while supporting a loved one's recovery.
Deep dives
Committing to a Conversation
Have an open and honest conversation with your husband about what kind of partner, father, and person he wants to be. Share your standards and expectations and invite him to commit to taking care of himself by consistently taking his medication, going to therapy, and actively participating in his recovery. Encourage him to work a recovery program and consider individual therapy. Be realistic about what you can expect from him and give him a chance to show that he can consistently take care of himself.
Setting Boundaries
Clearly communicate what you can and cannot accept in the relationship. It's important to set boundaries and express your needs and concerns. Share the impact his actions have on you and your daughter and express the importance of him taking responsibility for his own health and well-being. Determine what level of stress and anxiety you're willing to live with and decide if you're willing to continue supporting him if he continues to struggle and neglect his own recovery.
Seeking Support
Recognize that you cannot shoulder this burden alone. Reach out to your support system, including family and friends, for help and assistance, especially in taking care of yourself and your daughter. Consider seeking professional help, both for yourself and as a couple, to navigate the challenges you're facing and to find healthy coping mechanisms for the stress and anxiety you're experiencing.
Prioritizing Your Well-being
Make self-care a priority to manage your own stress and anxiety. Find ways to prioritize your own well-being, whether it's through exercise, therapy, journaling, or engaging in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment. Understand that healing is a continuous process and give yourself permission to prioritize your own health and happiness.
Building Relationships and Co-Parenting
The importance of nurturing a relationship with a spouse is emphasized, but if one partner is not interested, separating and focusing on being the best co-parents can be healing.
Recycling Lithium Ion Batteries
Used rechargeable lithium-ion batteries should not be thrown in household trash or recycling bins. They can be taken to separate recycling collection points, certified electronics retailers, or solid waste programs.
Dealing with an Unstable Mother
Living with an unstable and abusive mother can be challenging. Setting strong boundaries and prioritizing self-care is essential. It is important to recognize that taking care of oneself does not equate to abandoning or harming the mother.
The blackmail victim from episode 796 reports that the brother-in-law who wronged her is now in custody and awaiting justice. Welcome to Feedback Friday!
And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!
On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss:
The blackmail victim from episode 796 reports that the brother-in-law who wronged her is now in custody and awaiting justice. What happens next? [Thanks — again — to attorney Corbin Payne for helping us answer this one!]
When loved ones won't take the meds they need to function (at the expense of their family), what can you do?
After listening to episode 807 with Siddharth Kara, where can you send used, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries to be recycled?
Horrible mom lives her life like it's prom. How do you get her to wake up to reality? [Thanks to clinical psychologist Dr. Erin Margolis for helping us with this one!]
When it comes to conspiracy theories, how do you tell the difference between the possible and the impossible?
Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!