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4 – Friends... Kinda
4 – Friends... Kinda
4 – Friends... Kinda
Monday 15th March 2021
Join Mike and Betsy in Recovery Uncovered's Episode 4 for tips on supporting friends in recovery, handling emotional baggage, and resetting relationships.
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65 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!How to Be a True Friend in Recovery: Tips from Recovery Uncovered
If you think of it the way that I do, about recovery being kind of a, it's a journey, not an event. Hopefully, you know, still sober, and so I think that you have to look at it and say: my loved one or somebody that I know got out of rehab and they got days clean.
Ever wondered how to support a friend who's navigating the rocky road of recovery? In this episode of 'Recovery Uncovered', hosts Michael 'MHAB Mike' Carpenter and Betsy Vicencio dive into the nitty-gritty of being a supportive friend to someone in recovery. With Mike's 30+ years of sobriety and Betsy's experience as a mother of a sober daughter, they offer a wealth of personal insights and practical advice.
The episode covers everything from understanding the emotional baggage carried in early recovery to knowing when it's okay to have a drink around your sober friend. They also tackle the tough topic of addiction as a family illness, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to recovery. Mike and Betsy highlight the importance of resetting relationships and learning to live around the world's temptations.
Their candid discussion sheds light on the complexities of being both a friend and an ally in recovery. Whether you're supporting a loved one or just curious about the process, this episode offers valuable tips and heartfelt stories that can help you be the best friend possible on this challenging journey.