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 

Resources:

 

• Gaslight 

 

 

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