John Giordano
John Giordano
Addiction and Fostering Resilience with Dr. KJ Foster
Addiction and Fostering Resilience with Dr. KJ Foster
Addiction and Fostering Resilience with Dr. KJ Foster
Friday 21st May 2021
Join Dr. KJ Foster on 'Beat Your Addictions' as she discusses building resilience and the role of family support in addiction recovery with host John Giordano.
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John Giordano
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Building Resilience: Dr. KJ Foster's Guide to Family Recovery
Spirituality for me- and this is just my belief based upon what I've learned- is really about understanding how our thinking contributes to that negative mindset, and practicing the spiritual principles is all about practicing acceptance, practicing forgiveness, practicing willingness, practicing compassion, and you can practice all of those things and not believe in god.
Ever wondered how resilience can play a crucial role in overcoming addiction? In this episode of 'Beat Your Addictions', host John Giordano sits down with Dr. KJ Foster, a leading expert in resilience and addiction recovery. Dr. Foster, who has dedicated over 12 years to helping individuals and families navigate substance abuse, shares her wealth of knowledge and personal experiences. She’s not just an expert; she’s also a best-selling author and the founder of Fostering Resilience™. Dr.
Foster dives into the importance of family support in the recovery process. She emphasizes how educating families about addiction can be a game-changer. With stories from her own life and professional journey, she illustrates how community support, acceptance, forgiveness, and compassion are essential ingredients in fostering resilience. She also tackles the tricky subject of distorted thinking in addiction and sheds light on how spirituality can aid in recovery.
Her approach combines mindfulness meditation and compassion-focused therapy, offering a holistic view of overcoming addiction. Listeners will find Dr. Foster's insights both practical and inspiring, whether they are struggling with addiction themselves or supporting a loved one. Tune in to learn how resilience can transform the recovery journey for individuals and families alike.