Secondhand Therapy Trauma, Personal Growth & Normalizing Pain | #076
Mar 3, 2025
Michael opens up about his journey with Adderall and its impact on his mental health. A candid conversation reveals the pain of reconnecting with old memories, including the loss of loved ones. The duo discusses the insightful fable of the monkey and the fish to highlight the dangers of codependence. They dive into topics like guilt, grief, and the importance of self-preservation. With humor and vulnerability, the conversation normalizes trauma and explores the complexities of personal growth.
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Adderall Start: Joy And Jitters
- Michael Malone describes his first days on Adderall with ecstatic energy and an anxious panic during a shower.
- He learned to cut back on coffee and adjust dosage to avoid racing heart and panic.
Frustration Rooted In Need To Save
- Michael identifies recurring therapy sessions focused on frustration about wanting to help people who don't want help.
- That frustration ties to control and a desire to 'save' others despite their lack of interest.
Confronting Old Identities
- Michael recounts checking in with old friends who still see him as his 20-year-old self.
- He aimed to clarify that he has changed and isn't the person they remember.