Lynn Matti
Lynn Matti
43: Finding Hope in Families with Addiction
43: Finding Hope in Families with Addiction
43: Finding Hope in Families with Addiction
Friday 28th December 2018
Lynn Matti discusses the impact of addiction on families and offers healthier coping strategies on 'The Sober Therapist SoberSoul Recovery Podcast'.
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Lynn Matti
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Sobriety Toolkit
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Coping with Family Addiction: Insights from Lynn Matti
The drinker appears to be a very powerful person. Predictably, this family is then governed by rules that are inhumane, rigid and designed to keep the family system closed, unhealthy rules.
When addiction strikes a family, it doesn't just affect the individual struggling with substance use; it impacts everyone around them. In this episode of 'The Sober Therapist SoberSoul Recovery Podcast', Lynn Matti dives into the ripple effects of addiction within families and the coping mechanisms they often adopt. Lynn, a seasoned mental health therapist, sheds light on the unhealthy dynamics and behaviors that can emerge as families try to navigate the chaos of addiction.
She offers a compassionate perspective, helping listeners understand why these coping strategies, though seemingly necessary, can be harmful in the long run. By recognizing these patterns early, families can take steps toward healthier interactions and support systems. Lynn's holistic approach encourages survivors to consider moderation, abstinence, or sobriety as pathways to recovery, emphasizing that healing is not just about quitting substances but also about fostering overall mental wellness.
Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tools for dealing with addiction's impact on the family unit, and find hope amidst the turmoil.