Dexa/Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Letting Go of Control

Anne reflects on the challenges of parenting and the importance of stepping back from controlling her child's journey. She emphasizes the need for love and support rather than interference, sharing insights from her recovery that encourage patience and understanding. The conversation highlights the growth that comes from learning to quiet one's own voice and simply be present for loved ones.

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- I have a question about this episode Anne Lamott on Taming Your Inner Critic, Finding Grace, and Prayer and this Embracing Vulnerability. I struggle with addiction, where I start drinking or using drugs, and it gets bad quickly, with 3-day hangovers and week-long withdrawals. I get sober, but a week or two later, I relapse. Sometimes it's worse than others, depending on how fast I decide I need to stop. I’m severely depressed and tired of living like this. I get no joy or tranquility, which makes me give in to drinking and drugs again. I desperately want to be sober and find peace. Is there anything specific I can focus on, such as vitamins, gut health, or other lifestyle changes, to break this vicious cycle?