Misery Loves Company: Why Fake Friends Want You to Fail
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Real friends support your growth.
Fake ones get upset when you succeed — and try to pull you back.
Dr. Scott Anderson breaks down the hard truth about the people in your life during recovery:
• Why some “friends” only support you while you’re struggling
• Misery loves company — and needs you dysfunctional
• How to judge people by what they do, not what they say
• The powerful “standing in shit” analogy for cleaning up your life
• Why better people start showing up the moment you change
If you’ve ever felt alone after deciding to get better, this episode explains exactly why — and how to attract the right people instead.
Timestamps:
00:00 – What Real Support Looks Like
02:00 – Why They Want You to Fail
05:00 – Actions Over Words
07:30 – The “Standing in Shit” Analogy
10:00 – Clean Up & Attract Better People
Comment: Have you lost “friends” when you started doing better?
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The Psychology of Life Health and Wellness with behavioral expert Dr. Scott Anderson.
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