A2D -from Addict to Disciple
A2D -from Addict to Disciple
#33 - The Hurricane of Addiction
#33 - The Hurricane of Addiction
#33 - The Hurricane of Addiction
Monday 16th November 2020
David Hain explores addiction's impact on families using the hurricane metaphor and offers hope for recovery in this episode of 'A2D - From Addict to Disciple'.
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Get the buttons here!Weathering the Storm: Understanding Addiction's Impact on Families
The hurricane of living in addiction involves being overtaken by the storm, feeling engulfed by its winds and its rain and overwhelmed with anguish and distress as a result.
Picture addiction as a relentless hurricane, wreaking havoc not just on the person caught in its eye, but on everyone around them. In this gripping episode of 'A2D - From Addict to Disciple', host David Hain dives deep into the chaotic whirlwind that addiction creates within families. With his extensive experience as an International Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, David unpacks the emotional, psychological, and physical devastation that addiction can bring into a household.
He doesn’t just focus on the addict’s struggle; he sheds light on the turmoil faced by loved ones who are often left picking up the pieces. Using the powerful metaphor of a hurricane, David vividly illustrates how addiction can tear through lives, leaving a trail of dysfunction and pain. But amidst the storm, there is a glimmer of hope. David offers practical advice and heartfelt encouragement for families to seek help and work towards becoming functional, healthy, and whole again.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction, offering both a raw look at its impact and a hopeful message of recovery and healing.