81. Saving You is Killing Me: Loving Someone with an Addiction with Andrea Seydel She Flourishes with Brenda Jasmin

Do you love someone with an addiction? It’s a journey that tests the bounds of resilience and hope.

In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges of loving someone with addiction. Brenda’s guest, Andrea Seydel, a certified expert in positive psychology, shares her personal journey and insights from her book "Saving You Is Killing Me."

Andrea recounts personal experiences of dealing with a loved one’s hidden addiction, culminating in significant loss and pain, but also leading to her recovery and empowerment. Andrea emphasizes the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and leveraging community support as means to regain your power and wellbeing in the face of addiction's hardships.

The episode also covers Andrea’s Saving You is Killing Me initiative and offers resources for those affected by addiction, highlighting the role of self-compassion and hopeful recovery for both the individual and their loved ones dealing with addiction.



00:00 Welcome to She Flourishes: Introducing Andrea Seydel

00:53 Andrea's Journey: From Personal Struggle to Empowering Others

03:48 Andrea's Personal Battle with a Loved One's Addiction

05:18 The Ripple Effect of Addiction on Loved Ones

14:32 Unveiling 'Saving You Is Killing Me': A Guide to Self-Healing

23:01 Building a Supportive Community for Those Affected by Addiction

27:24 Finding Courage and Community: The Four C's of Recovery

28:12 Strategies for Coping with a Loved One's Addiction

33:24 The Exhaustion of Loving Someone with an Addiction

37:49 Empowerment Through Acceptance and Self-Care

41:11 Reclaiming Your Power: Boundaries and Self-Recovery

41:51 Seeking Support: Therapy and Community Resources

45:57 Sharing the Journey: Encouraging Others to Seek Help



About Andrea Seydel:

Andrea Seydel is a certified expert in Positive Psychology, dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to healing. With a robust academic background, she holds a degree in psychology and has pursued advanced training in the Science of Happiness and Positive Psychology. Andrea is a recognized professional certified coach and an applied positive psychology coach, deeply committed to making the principles of resilience widely accessible, especially to those grappling with the challenges of loving someone with an addiction.

As the founder of Live Life Happy Publishing and Consulting, and the creator of the "Saving You Is Killing Me" (SYKM) initiative, Andrea actively transforms theoretical knowledge into practical tools that foster resilience and well-being. She is not only a speaker and podcast host but also a trusted authority on flourishing despite the clouds of addiction. Drawing from personal experience and a comprehensive educational foundation, Andrea offers invaluable insights and guidance, helping individuals navigate and thrive in the face of adversity.

Here’s how you can connect with Andrea Seydel:

Websites: 

www.savingyouriskillingme.com

www.andreaseydel.com

Book: 

Saving You is Killing Me: Loving Someone with an Addiction

https://a.co/d/gCESgRb

Private Facebook Community:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/savingyouiskillingme/

Podcast: 

Saving You is Killing Me: Loving Someone with an Addiction 

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saving-you-is-killing-me-loving-someone-with-an-addiction/id1549250469

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Ll5qedyuRNPy4Ou6oSeo9?si=2db59c58ee874f09

Here’s how you can connect with Brenda Jasmin:

Instagram: @_brendajasmin

Get Brenda’s Guide on “How to Be Happier in Uncertain Times”: https://brendajasmin.kartra.com/page/happier

Join the She Flourishes Women’s Well-being Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sheflourishescommunity

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brendajasminworkshops/

Website: www.brendajasmin.com

Email: brenda@bjasmin.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendajasmin/