Popped Collar Productions
Popped Collar Productions
Are You Enabling Your Partner’s Addiction?
Are You Enabling Your Partner’s Addiction?
Are You Enabling Your Partner’s Addiction?
Monday 9th August 2021
Discover how to support your partner's recovery from addiction without enabling their behavior. Experts Clare Waismann and David Livingston share valuable tips.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Supporting Your Partner’s Recovery: Expert Tips on Avoiding Enabling Behaviors
Emotional maturity is learning to consider other people... it's so important to protect the kids and to make sure the family still runs, and that's sometimes one of the harder parts for a partner and, and honestly, one of the reasons why relationships really struggle when sobriety comes into the mix sometimes- and sadly enough, I see that often- and the kids become broken as well.
When someone you love is struggling with addiction, it’s hard to know how best to support them. In this insightful episode of 'Addiction, Recovery, and Mental Health' by WAISMANN METHOD® Opioid Treatment Specialists, hosts Clare Waismann and David Livingston dive into the delicate balance between helping and enabling. This episode is part two of their deep dive into enablement and addiction, offering crucial advice for those navigating this tricky terrain.
Clare Waismann, a registered addiction specialist, and David Livingston, a seasoned psychotherapist, bring their expertise to the table, discussing how to recognize enabling behaviors and shift towards truly supportive actions. They explore the unique challenges that come with supporting a partner's recovery, emphasizing the importance of emotional maturity and individualized approaches. One key takeaway is the need to balance family protection with effective support for the addicted partner.
This balance can be tough and sometimes leads to strained relationships, but understanding the difference between enabling and supporting can make all the difference. David Livingston highlights that there is no one-size-fits-all solution in addiction recovery. Creative thinking and tailored strategies are essential to finding what works best for each individual. The episode also touches on avoiding codependency, a common pitfall in these situations.
Listeners will gain practical tips and a deeper understanding of how to be a positive force in their partner’s recovery journey. This episode is packed with compassionate, hopeful, and practical advice that can help anyone looking to support a loved one through their recovery.