Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
Tom Conrad
43 - People Die from Addiction: Unfortunately it Happens All Too Often
43 - People Die from Addiction: Unfortunately it Happens All Too Often
43 - People Die from Addiction: Unfortunately it Happens All Too Often
Thursday 29th November 2018
Tom Conrad reflects on the harsh realities of addiction, emphasizing support and gratitude in recovery. Listen to this heartfelt episode of 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
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Facing the Harsh Truths of Addiction: A Conversation with Tom Conrad
If you stick around recovery long enough, you're going to see a lot of death. You know, I don't think our intention in this podcast was going the grieving process, but it's interesting because I've seen people- parents get angry at me, call me and tell me that we did things wrong and we should have handled situations differently. And unfortunately it takes these things to bring more awareness to what is going on.
When addiction claims a life, it leaves a void that words often fail to fill. In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, host Tom Conrad opens up about receiving a gut-wrenching message from a mother whose son recently lost his battle with addiction. It's a stark reminder of the brutal reality that even with the best efforts, not every story ends in recovery.
Tom shares how these heartbreaking moments underscore the importance of the work he does and why showing up for others remains crucial, even when outcomes aren't guaranteed. With a blend of personal reflection and professional insight, Tom discusses the challenges of coping with loss within the recovery community. He emphasizes the significance of gratitude and mutual support on the path to sobriety.
This episode serves as a poignant exploration of the highs and lows faced by those in the addiction recovery field and highlights the ongoing need for awareness and compassionate action.