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Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery

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  • 59: Boulder Psychotherapist and Zen Practitioner, Rex West Discusses the Stability of Family, the Truth-teller, Suffering, and 3 Simple Rules for Any Family

59: Boulder Psychotherapist and Zen Practitioner, Rex West Discusses the Stability of Family, the Truth-teller, Suffering, and 3 Simple Rules for Any Family

Wednesday 18th September 2019

Psychotherapist Rex West discusses three simple rules for family stability, touching on brain injuries, adolescence, and addiction. Tune in for practical advice.
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Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
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Rex West: Building Stronger Families with Three Simple Rules

The kid is not the problem… It's the whole system. When kids demonstrate the problem in the family, they get criticized. There is an unheard message beyond the family culture.
Ever feel like your family is teetering on the edge of chaos? Rex West, a seasoned psychotherapist and Zen practitioner, has some wisdom to share. In this episode of 'Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery', Rex takes us on a journey through the intricate web of family dynamics. He believes that when kids act out, it's not just their problem – it's a signal that the whole family system needs attention. Rex's approach is both insightful and practical.
He offers three straightforward rules that can help any family find stability. But that's not all. He delves into the impact of traumatic brain injuries on family life and how parents can better support their adolescent children. His discussion also touches on the often-overlooked issues of addiction related to affluence and technology. Drawing from his rich background in psychotherapy, Rex provides a compassionate perspective that encourages families to look beyond individual behaviors and focus on systemic change.
His tips aren't just theoretical; they're actionable steps that can make a real difference in your family's life. Whether you're struggling with subtle addictions or just trying to improve your family's overall dynamics, Rex's advice is both grounding and transformative. Tune in to hear how you can implement these three simple rules and create a more stable, loving environment for everyone involved.