The Hardcore Self Help Podcast with Duff the Psych

412: Abandonment by Husband & Addicted to Checking Phone

Aug 30, 2024

Listeners grapple with profound themes, including the emotional fallout from a traumatic car accident and feelings of abandonment within a strained marriage. Insights into potential brain injuries shed light on personal struggles, while practical advice on navigating complex relationship dynamics is offered. The discussion shifts to tech addiction, with actionable strategies for mindful phone usage and addressing digital dependency. This engaging dialogue aims to empower listeners in their journey toward healing and healthier connections.

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Quick takeaways

The impact of trauma from a car accident can strain personal relationships, leading to feelings of abandonment and the need for evaluation of emotional needs.

Managing phone addiction involves reflective strategies like challenging assumptions and creating a conscious usage plan to foster healthier technology interactions.

Deep dives

Navigating Post-Trauma Relationships

Experiencing trauma, particularly from a serious accident, can have lasting effects on personal relationships. One individual shared their struggle with feelings of abandonment after their husband left them alone in the hospital, which has contributed to ongoing PTSD, depression, and anxiety. The host emphasizes the importance of recognizing how such abandonment can affect one's healing process, suggesting that the lack of support from a partner might indicate deeper issues within the relationship itself. Evaluating the possibility of separation is presented as a valid consideration, especially if the person feels that their emotional needs are consistently unmet.

Intro

8min

Navigating Trauma and Abandonment in Relationships

4min

Navigating the Challenges of a Troubled Marriage

2min

Navigating Abandonment and Digital Dependency

12min

In this episode of the Hardcore Self Help Podcast, I address two intense and relatable listener questions.

The first question comes from a listener who feels abandoned by their spouse after a traumatic car accident left them with PTSD and potential brain injury. I provide insights on the possible brain injuries they might have sustained, while also discussing the complexities of their strained relationship and offering practical advice for moving forward.

In the second question, a listener struggles with constant phone checking and tech addiction. I offer actionable tips for managing phone usage, including identifying and challenging assumptions, creating a conscious phone use plan, and finding accountability.

This episode aims to provide support, clarity, and practical guidance for listeners dealing with trauma, relationship challenges, and tech overdependence.

This episode is brought to you by NoCD. Overthinking can be more than just a habit—it might be a symptom of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). NoCD provides virtual therapy sessions with licensed therapists specialized in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. To learn more, visit http://nocd.com and schedule a free 15-minute call.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:16 Listener's Question: Dealing with Trauma and Relationship Issues 02:33 Understanding Brain Injuries from Car Accidents 08:05 Addressing Relationship Concerns and Seeking Separation 08:11 Sponsor Break: NoCD 15:14 Listener's Question: Overcoming Phone Addiction 17:07 Tips for Reducing Phone Usage 25:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Please send questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com

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