Restored: Helping Children of Divorce
Children of divorce are 2–3 times more likely to get divorced and are more likely to struggle with emotional problems, relationship issues, and bad habits. But those stats don’t get to write your story. If your parents’ divorce or family dysfunction left wounds you can’t always put into words, this show is for you.
The Restored Podcast shares real stories and expert tips to heal the trauma, navigate family challenges, and build the healthy relationships you’ve always wanted.
Ranked in the top 10% of all podcasts and #18 in the divorce category — the only one dedicated to children of divorce — listeners say it’s “more effective than 30 years of counseling.”
You’re not doomed to repeat your family’s past. You can break the cycle, and we’re here to help you do it.
Restored: Helping Children of Divorce
#144: The Secret to Not Repeating Your Family’s Dysfunction | Dr. Andrew Abela
So many of us from divorced or broken families fear repeating our parents' mistakes.
If you want to avoid that, one of the keys is building virtue.
But what is virtue? How do you build it? And what virtues might you acquire?
My guest today wrote Superhabits, an amazing new book on virtue. He answers those questions, plus:
- How to override the unconscious bad habits we inherited in our families
- One habit that could save your marriage before it starts and what virtues to look for in a potential spouse
- Why virtue, not just therapy, is the key to healing family wounds
If you’re struggling with bad habits or you want to build good habits, this episode is for you.
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