Detaching with Love: A Heartfelt Guide to Supporting Loved Ones in Recovery
Episode Overview
Detachment with love: Charles emphasizes the significance of detaching with love, allowing families to reclaim their lives and focus on their own well-being. Practical tips for families: The conversation provides tangible advice for families, encouraging them to seek support from groups and start practicing detachment with love. Reclaiming lives: Amy and Charles share personal experiences and insights, offering hope and a pathway to possibilities for those navigating the challenges of loving someone with substance use disorder.
Practicing detachment with love brings the focus back to myself and allows me to move closer to others by accepting them and myself as we are.
Ever wondered how to support a loved one battling addiction without losing yourself in the process? In this episode of 'Finding Hope', Amy LaRue sits down with Charles Gossett, a certified Life Purpose Coach and Addiction Recovery Coach, to tackle the delicate art of detaching with love. Charles, who has celebrated 17 years of sobriety, brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to the table.
He opens up about his own journey through addiction and recovery, shedding light on how it impacted his family and how they navigated those turbulent waters. The conversation dives deep into the concept of detachment with love, emphasizing the importance of allowing loved ones to face the consequences of their actions while focusing on one's own well-being. Charles shares practical tips for families and friends, offering a roadmap to reclaiming their lives amidst the chaos of addiction.
The episode is filled with heartfelt advice and actionable steps, making it a must-listen for anyone grappling with the challenges of loving someone with substance use disorder. Amy and Charles's candid discussion serves as a beacon of hope, providing listeners with the tools they need to support their loved ones without sacrificing their own mental and emotional health.