Recovering Too: Families Navigating Addiction

Boy Problems Podcast

Recovering Too: Families Navigating Addiction

  • 82. Shannon's Story (part 1)

82. Shannon's Story (part 1)

Wednesday 31st August 2022

Listen to Shannon's heartfelt journey navigating love and addiction with her partner Jay on the Boy Problems Podcast.
35 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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Shannon's Journey: Love, Addiction, and Resilience

Something I've learned since is that, yes, he had been drinking at work, like with co workers, and then left, but he was on his way to get to meet up with his dealer, um, which obviously that wasn't told to me, because I questioned, I was like: well, why were you on that street? But obviously it was the drugs did not help that.
Relationships are complex, but when addiction enters the mix, things can get especially challenging. In this episode of the Boy Problems Podcast, Shannon opens up about her life with Jay, offering a raw and heartfelt account of their journey together. From the early days of their relationship to the heart-wrenching moments of Jay's addiction and his first stint in rehab, Shannon's story is a powerful testament to love, endurance, and the quest for hope.
Shannon doesn't shy away from the tough parts. She talks candidly about the emotional rollercoaster that comes with loving someone battling addiction. Why did she stay? What kept her going through the darkest times? Shannon shares her reasons and the coping mechanisms that helped her navigate these turbulent waters. But it's not all doom and gloom. Shannon also highlights the importance of finding support and community.
Whether it's through friends, family, or support groups like Co-Dependents Anonymous and Al-Anon, she emphasizes that no one has to go through this alone. Her story is a reminder that while addiction can strain relationships to their breaking point, there's also room for healing and growth. If you've ever felt isolated in your struggles with a loved one's addiction, Shannon's story will resonate deeply. It's a poignant exploration of resilience and the strength found in vulnerability.
Tune in to hear Shannon's journey and find solace in knowing that there are others who understand what you're going through.