Opioid Dad

Opioid Dad - Addiction And The Family

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  • 054 - Self-Care and not Losing Yourself with a Family Crisis

054 - Self-Care and not Losing Yourself with a Family Crisis

Saturday 14th July 2018

Hank from 'Opioid Dad' offers essential self-care tips for maintaining balance while supporting a loved one through addiction. Tune in for practical advice and hope.
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Opioid Dad - Addiction And The Family
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Self-Care During Family Crises: Hank's Practical Tips for Maintaining Balance

Doing life with people that you love and care about...can beat you down, that can wear you out, that can suck the life out of you.
Ever felt like you're losing yourself while supporting a loved one through addiction? Hank, the voice behind 'Opioid Dad', gets it. In this episode, he opens up about the critical importance of self-care amidst family crises. Hank shares three essential points to help you keep your quality of life intact, even when everything feels overwhelming. He talks about the value of seeking counseling and building a support network, finding balance during chaotic times, and the ongoing journey of recovery.
But it's not all heavy stuff—Hank also recounts a refreshing trip to Pittsburgh with his loved ones, reminding us that joy and respite are possible even in tough times. This episode is a heartfelt guide for anyone feeling the strain of supporting a family member with addiction, offering both practical advice and a touch of humor to lighten the load.