Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
Real Recovery Talk
167 - Ask yourself these 3 things before speaking to your son or daughter about getting clean and sober!
167 - Ask yourself these 3 things before speaking to your son or daughter about getting clean and sober!
167 - Ask yourself these 3 things before speaking to your son or daughter about getting clean and sober!
Thursday 21st January 2021
Tom Conrad discusses three essential questions parents should ask before talking to their child about sobriety in Real Recovery Talk.
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Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Starting the Sobriety Talk: Three Essential Questions for Parents
Drug addicts and alcoholics- newsflash- don't like being drug addicts and alcoholics, they don't.
Thinking about talking to your child about getting clean and sober? It’s a daunting task, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom Conrad dives into three essential questions you should ask yourself before initiating that crucial conversation. Tom, drawing from his own journey and experiences, highlights the importance of preparation and understanding different forms of addiction beyond just drugs and alcohol.
From food to gambling, these addictions are equally impactful, and recognizing them is key to a meaningful dialogue. One of the core themes Tom explores is the difference between fear-based and care-centered conversations. Speaking out of fear can lead to emotional, charged discussions with negative outcomes. Instead, Tom encourages approaching the talk with care, concern, and love. He shares practical advice on avoiding phrases like “need to” or “how can you”, which can be counterproductive.
Tom also delves into the expectations parents have when their child enters treatment for the first time. He stresses the need for realistic expectations and effective communication. Through personal anecdotes, including his own father's reaction to his addiction, Tom provides a relatable perspective that many will find comforting and insightful. If you're grappling with how to start this conversation with a loved one, this episode is a must-listen.
It offers not just guidance but also hope and inspiration that recovery is within reach. Tune in to gain a better understanding of how to approach this sensitive topic with empathy and clarity.