Recovering Too: Families Navigating Addiction
Recovering Too: Families Navigating Addiction
46. How Long Do I Wait?
46. How Long Do I Wait?
46. How Long Do I Wait?
Wednesday 14th April 2021
Join Alex and Fred on Boy Problems Podcast as they discuss managing active addiction in their family. Insightful advice and heartfelt stories await.
70 minutes
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Recovering Too: Families Navigating Addiction
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Fred's Story: Balancing Love and Boundaries in Addiction
I figure all experiences that are lived is for a purpose and it's a learning tool to overcome the future, and I think it stands pretty true.
How do you cope when someone you love is battling addiction? In this eye-opening episode of the Boy Problems Podcast, Alex sits down with her dad, Fred, to tackle this tough question head-on. Together, they navigate the turbulent waters of addiction, focusing on Alex's stepmom's ongoing struggles and Fred's own relationship with alcohol. Fred opens up about the chaos that addiction has brought into their lives and the constant balancing act between offering support and maintaining healthy boundaries.
The episode doesn't shy away from the hard questions: How long should you wait for someone to seek help? How do you rebuild trust after multiple relapses? Fred shares his candid thoughts, offering a raw and honest perspective that many will find relatable. Alongside personal anecdotes, the episode provides practical advice and resources, such as Co-Dependents Anonymous, to help listeners dealing with similar issues.
Whether you're grappling with addiction in your own family or seeking to understand it better, this conversation offers valuable insights and a sense of solidarity. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that underscores the importance of patience, boundaries, and self-care in the journey toward recovery.