#58: Being a single parent isn't a sentence (but it is lonely)

empowerment family parenting Apr 30, 2020
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FROM THIS SHOW…

 

When your sanity as an adult and a parent is constantly assaulted, how will you respond? The answer can often spell the difference between resilience and resignation.

Today’s episode of The Bipolar Now Podcast tells the story of a woman in a rollercoaster bipolar relationship with the love of her life. At the end of the day she found herself single with four “littles” looking for answers and stability.

As she shares the emotional details of parenting solo, it’s obvious that her approach is responsible for newfound peace and confidence that the story will end well.

Sometimes the circumstances of our lives are flat-out ridiculous. But how we choose to move forward matters more than what we’re stuck with.

Don't miss today's very special guest story.

 

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TAKEAWAYS

  • The events that produce a divorce are oftentimes out of your control. Everyone is responsible for themselves and what they bring to the relationship.

  • When a poor relationship creates chaos for you, you must be strong enough to enforce boundaries around the things you will not tolerate.

  • How you respond to a devastating loss can change over time. You can get through an astonishing amount of pain, just by allowing yourself to grieve for it.

 

Lifer Discussion Guide

There are no questions for today’s Lifer Guide. For a good conversation, you can talk to your Lifer(s) about the similarities between Amber’s story and yours if you have kids.

“Lifers” are special people who have the kind of faithfulness that assures you they’re going to be there when called upon. If you haven’t nominated a Lifer as part of your non-medical support team, what are you waiting for? :-)

 

Join the Tribe!

Once you’ve had a chance to talk or journal about these things you might have a question from this episode. If so, make sure you head on over to The Bipolar Now Podcast Network on Facebook! There’s quite a few people over there who are also taking a new step in their mental health. And we’d love for you to share your story with us when you’re ready. So don’t miss out!

 

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