My business coach introduced me to double binds and it makes so much sense. I’ve created them, but a lot of other people in my life have too and it has wreaked havoc. I can now look back on past relationships and why it wasn’t working. In this episode, I explore the psychological aspects and my own experience.
Key Takeaways:
[0:42] What a double bind is, the one I created, and some examples
[9:49] The two families that created a double bind for me in childhood over religion
[16:22] The psychology behind it and children not understanding
[19:54] Having internal double binds with relationships
[22:25] Examples of double binds in media
[25:25] Double binds in politics
[27:52] My Christmas with Roy and how he created a double bind
[34:06] The double bind with Roy after Molly died
[38:12] Different examples of double binds in movies and life
[43:12] Not having romantic relationships and my current family dynamic
[45:34] We all have a chance to leave a double bind
[47:26] How I’m feeling about the holiday season
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