Are you—or is someone in your family —a “control freak”? In this candid "Best Of" episode of our archives, Steve and Mary Alessi dive deep into the confessions of a control freak and explain the difference between high standards and an unhealthy obsession with details.
If you’re struggling with leadership, boundaries, or just want your family to function more smoothly, this episode offers compassionate, practical advice—and plenty of laughter along the way.
This was one of our most honest, light-hearted, and revealing discussions about what it really means to be labeled a “control freak”—both at home and in business. And since we've welcomed so many new listeners over the years, you may have never gotten the chance to see it.
You'll hear Steve and Mary Alessi dive into the ways control can show up in our daily lives, from wanting things just right in the family or workplace, to the difference between healthy leadership and destructive, hidden manipulation. You'll hear share personal stories (including memorable family trips and classic elevator mishaps) and talk about the power of self-awareness, knowing when to let go, and how striving for order doesn’t have to mean becoming overbearing.
00:00 Intro to Flashback Episode
02:34 The Big Confession
04:47 Push The Button!
06:49 Importance of Self-Awareness
11:17 What Causes Control Issues?
14:37 Difference between Unhealthy Control and Authority
17:53 Controlling vs. Manipulation
20:37 When Control is a Good Thing
30:08 Closing Thoughts
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