Danielle's Journey: Finding Faith and Strength in Supporting Sobriety
Let the trial bring you guys closer together instead of kind of tearing you apart, and it sounds like I mean there have been times like, especially at the beginning.
How do you support a loved one battling addiction while maintaining your own peace and faith? In this episode of 'Supported Sobriety', Danielle opens up about her deeply personal journey of standing by her husband through his struggle with addiction. With raw honesty, she discusses the emotional rollercoaster of shame, embarrassment, and the eventual solace she found through her faith.
Danielle emphasizes the critical role of communication and the benefits of attending 12-step programs, not just for those struggling with addiction but for their support systems as well. She shares practical tips like setting internet restrictions and highlights how these steps can bring couples closer rather than driving them apart. By seeing her husband as a child of God, Danielle reframed her perspective, allowing her to support him without losing herself.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of love, faith, and resilience, offering hope and practical advice for anyone supporting a loved one through addiction.