Sobriety is hard enoughβ€”but when manipulation enters the picture, healing becomes a battlefield.

In this deeply reflective and eye-opening episode of Absolutely Focused Radio, Daniel β€œThaBudd” Nelson, your Sobriety Buddy, exposes the emotional warfare that unfolds when guilt, gaslighting, and manipulation show up in the middle of recoveryβ€”especially when children are used as leverage.

πŸ’‘ β€œPeace in recovery requires protecting yourself from emotional warfare disguised as concern.”

This episode is a powerful guide to staying grounded when love and control get blurred.

βœ… You’ll Learn:
β€’ The impact of manipulation and guilt on recovery
β€’ How Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) heightens emotional sensitivity
β€’ How to respond when children are used to shame or control you
β€’ Tools to regain your voice, peace, and personal power

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πŸ’‘ From Absolutely Focused Radio β€” Season 2, Episode 12.
πŸŽ™ Hosted by Daniel Nelson | Where Technology Meets Focus.

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This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not constitute professional advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making decisions related to your health or treatment.