In this intimate and raw discussion, Jenny and Vic dive deep into the complexities of family relationships. Jenny candidly shares her experience of breaking up with family members due to their constant mean-spirited behavior towards her. Growing up in a seemingly perfect family from the outside, she acknowledges the inner traumas she faced due to her alcoholic father and enabling mother.
Vic, on the other hand, resonates with Jenny's sentiments. He talks about the struggle of keeping certain family members in one's life purely because of blood ties and how draining it can be. He points out how these same family members, who he tirelessly helps, often critique him afterward. He also mentions the issue of being a stepfather and how this has affected his relationship with Jenny's older kids.
The duo discusses the challenges they face with their adult children, balancing support with discipline, and the thin line between helping and enabling. They touch upon how as parents, they're often haunted by past decisions, constantly questioning if they did enough or did right by their children. They advocate for setting boundaries, even with children, to ensure one's mental well-being.
Overall, this episode serves as a reflection on familial relationships, the importance of respect, understanding, and setting healthy boundaries for one's peace of mind.----Across the Web----
Â
🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Apple Music):
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-marriage-4-life-podcast/id1689904711
Â
🎙RecoveryMatters Podcast (Spotify):
https://open.spotify.com/show/6MHOb0t4gv6SOFsQ0OC06c?si=a4b5fec56e0b42e0
Â
🗣Recovery Matters Podcast TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@badmarriage4life
Â
🗣Recovery Matters Podcast Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/badmarriage4life