By TWFO Couple - Matt & Paige Robinson
Till The Wheels Fall Off (TWFO) podcast is hosted by Matt and Paige Robinson. TWFO focuses primarily on the relationship dynamics between spouses and partners of alcoholics or addicts and ways to b
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In this episode, Paige explores how to recognize personal growth, inspired by a community question. She shares ten key signs of growth, from handling once-overwhelming tasks like social anxiety, to responding to emotions with more patience, and developing healthier coping mechanisms. Paige reflects on her own journey, emphasizing how changes in communication, a reduced need for external validation, and even phases of cynicism can mark significant personal development. She encourages listeners to recognize that growth is a continuous process, often uncomfortable but necessary for self-improvement, and reminds them that the journey is worth it.
This episode is perfect for anyone on a journey of self-improvement who’s wondering, Am I really growing? Spoiler: If you’re feeling uncomfortable but trying new approaches, you probably are!
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In this episode, we explore the fundamental differences between conflict in healthy relationships and marriages affected by addiction. Drawing on Dr. Gottman’s research, we unpack the “magic ratio” of 5:1 and how positive interactions can make love last, while also delving into the chaos and unpredictability that addiction brings into a partnership. We’ll discuss the key elements of healthy communication, how flaws differ in stable versus addictive relationships, and offer practical tips for fostering empathy, respect, and connection in any marriage. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your relationship or understand the impact of addiction, this episode offers valuable insights.
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In this episode of Paige's Perspective, Paige explores the power of viewing obstacles as challenges instead of letting them consume us. Inspired by Matt’s journey in addiction recovery, Paige shares how adopting a challenge mindset can transform difficult situations into opportunities for growth. From finding new routes on the way to school to cooking creatively with limited ingredients, she demonstrates how embracing challenges in everyday life leads to surprising solutions. The episode delves into how this mindset applies to bigger challenges like unequal partnerships, job loss, breakups, and health setbacks. Paige encourages listeners to reframe obstacles as opportunities and find empowerment in life’s most difficult moments.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the tangled web of "what if" scenarios that haunt spouses and partners of addicts. From "What if they change?" to "What if I leave and somebody else gets the version of them I always wanted? to "What if I lose myself completely by staying?" we’ll explore these questions using razor principles, cognitive biases, common sense and insights from personal experience to bring clarity and understanding to the fears and doubts that keep you tethered to uncertainty. We’ll address the most common anxieties surrounding addiction, including relapse, enabling behavior, boundary-setting, and the impact on children and family dynamics. This episode is all about facing the uncomfortable truths, challenging the cognitive distortions that hold us back, and offering a grounded, compassionate perspective for anyone struggling to navigate a relationship impacted by addiction. Whether you’re wrestling with the fear of leaving, the hope of change, or the guilt of enabling, this episode will help you cut through the chaos and find a path forward. Join us as we unravel the "what ifs" and empower you to make decisions rooted in logic, love, and self-respect.
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In this episode of Paige’s Perspective, we dive into the concept of "rock bottom" and what it looks like for each of us. Paige brings some tough love, helping listeners recognize when they've hit their lowest point and offering practical advice on how to rise from it. She highlights the importance of clarity and commitment in these moments, challenging her audience to stop making excuses and start taking action.
Paige shares her personal journey of hitting rock bottom and how she had to make hard sacrifices for the sake of her mental health. She emphasizes that staying in an unhealthy relationship or leaving one both require difficult choices and that self-preservation and mental health should be prioritized above all else.
The episode touches on the need for resilience, adapting to changes, and finding the strength to rebuild, no matter the circumstances. Paige encourages listeners to stop waiting for someone else to fix things and take responsibility for their own lives, showing up for themselves and their loved ones.
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In this episode, we dive into the hard truths of what it’s really like to be with someone in recovery. Recovery isn’t a magical reset button; it's a long, painful process filled with challenges. You can’t just “start over” once someone gets sober—years of emotional immaturity, anger, and resentment come to the surface. It's not just about substance use, but about dealing with stunted growth and the unhealthy behaviors that persist or worsen even after sobriety.
We'll tackle the complexities that partners face, from letting go of hypervigilance to managing the fear of relapse. We explore why setting boundaries is crucial, how building trust takes time, and the waves of resentment that often surface. You’ll hear about the difficulties of adjusting to an alcohol-free lifestyle, mourning the old life, and feeling isolated as your partner connects with a new sober community.
This episode is packed with real-life questions from our community, addressing the fears, challenges, and emotional realities of being with someone in early recovery. Together, we’ll discuss what it means to truly heal and how to navigate these issues as a partner. Recovery is hard—emotionally, mentally, and relationally—but it’s possible to find a path forward, even if that means walking away to protect yourself.
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In this episode of Paige’s Perspective, Paige dives into what it means to feel overwhelmed, especially when carrying the mental and emotional load of an unequal partnership or living with a partner struggling with addiction. Paige shares her personal experience with overwhelm, offering practical tips for finding clarity in the midst of chaos. From acknowledging your emotions to taking small steps, and clarifying your values, this episode gives listeners actionable advice for regaining control. Tune in to learn how to break through the fog of overwhelm and make empowered decisions for your well-being.
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In this episode we discuss the natural tendency to want to understand what is affecting your loved one if they struggle with addiction. Often times the journey of education is enlightening and fosters empathy and understanding, but it can also be a trap which keeps people stuck in a pattern of inaction. While understanding is important, it is not sufficient to "fix" anyone and runs the risk of keeping spouses and partners stuck in a loop of seeking to understand rather than taking action. We discuss benefits and possible dangers of over-intellectualizing addiction, we discuss separating the behaviors from the substance, and how you can take action to protect yourself and your family from an abusive situation that may cause you harm.
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This episode highlights National Recovery Month, with Paige focusing on the recovery journey not only for addicts but also for their spouses and partners. She discusses the often-overlooked struggles of spouses, who experience emotional abuse, loss of their sense of self, and the need to rebuild their identity. She shares a letter from a spouse of an alcoholic, illustrating the emotional toll they endure. Paige also discusses the Independently Strong program, which guides spouses through their own recovery using the VEER method (Validate, Educate, Empower, Recover), offering an alternative to traditional programs like Al-Anon.
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In the beginning, validation is KEY to the healing process, but at some point a decision has to be made. In this episode we discuss how to get from validation to making real changes in your life with the help of acceptance, impermanence, and the adoption of a growth mindset. So often our minds are geared toward guarantees and permanence so much so that we sacrifice the things we need for what is simply familiar. Come along with us as we discuss how we tackled growth within our marriage after addiction as well as in our personal lives and adopted a growth mindset.
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