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Recovery Recharged with Ellen Stewart Pushy Broad from the Bronx

Ellen Stewart - The Pushy Broad from the Bronx

  • Addiction in the Family with Best Selling Author Dr Louise Stanger.

Addiction in the Family with Best Selling Author Dr Louise Stanger.

Thursday 4th January 2024

Join Ellen Stewart as she chats with Dr. Louise Stanger about family roles in addiction recovery, debunking myths, and setting healthy boundaries.
55 minutes
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Recovery Recharged with Ellen Stewart Pushy Broad from the Bronx
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Family Ties and Recovery: Dr. Louise Stanger's Expert Advice

Episode Overview

  • Dr. Louise Stanger's extensive experience as a licensed clinical social worker provides a unique perspective on addiction in the family.
  • The episode addresses common myths about addiction and emphasizes the importance of family involvement in the recovery process.
  • Practical advice is given on setting healthy boundaries and the role of self-care and gratitude in the recovery journey.
  • Listeners gain insights into navigating the challenges, emotions, and recovery within families affected by addiction.
  • Dr. Stanger's approach focuses on empowering families to make positive changes alongside their loved ones in recovery.
I always say nothing changes till something changes. And 97% of my work is really with family and more or less a family whisper. People are calling because they're in pain, because their identified loved one, you know, they've nagged and cheated, they've stolen, whatever they've done, and they're not able to change. And let's figure out if there's a way in which your behavior, if we change your behavior, might help change their behavior.
Imagine navigating the choppy waters of addiction within your family. In this episode of 'Recovery Recharged', Ellen Stewart, also known as the Pushy Broad from the Bronx, sits down with bestselling author Dr. Louise Stanger to tackle this tough topic. Dr. Stanger, a seasoned licensed clinical social worker with over 35 years of experience, shares her profound insights on how families can effectively support their loved ones through recovery.
Her book, 'Addiction in the Family: Helping Families Navigate Challenges, Emotions and Recovery', serves as a cornerstone for the discussion. Dr. Stanger's personal history with addiction and sudden loss adds a deeply human touch to her professional expertise. She sheds light on common myths about addiction and underscores the critical role families play in the recovery process. Listeners will find her advice on setting healthy boundaries and practicing self-care particularly invaluable.
She emphasizes that recovery isn't just about the individual but involves a collective family effort to change and grow. Ellen's conversational style makes this episode feel like a heart-to-heart chat, offering practical tips and emotional support. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and compassion. Tune in to gain a better understanding of the emotional landscape of addiction and discover ways to foster a supportive environment for recovery.