SafeHouse Rehab Thailand
SafeHouse Rehab Thailand
Are You Wasting Your Energy?
Are You Wasting Your Energy?
Are You Wasting Your Energy?
Friday 6th November 2020
Learn how accepting powerlessness over a loved one's addiction can transform your life in this episode of 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths'.
11 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength: Embracing Powerlessness Over a Loved One's Addiction
By surrendering to the simple truth that we are completely powerless over someone else's addiction or alcoholism, we begin to unleash better possibilities for ourselves.
Imagine pouring all your energy into trying to change a loved one’s addiction, only to find yourself drained and defeated. This episode of 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths' dives into this very struggle, offering a fresh perspective on the futility of attempting to control someone else's addiction. Host Bruno J, alongside guest Gary Mandel, founder of an organization dedicated to addiction education, unpacks the heavy toll addiction takes on families.
They discuss how addiction not only disrupts lives but also imposes a punishing cycle of fear, resentment, and self-pity on those who care about the addict. Bruno J and Gary Mandel stress that understanding our powerlessness over another's addiction can be liberating. By acknowledging this hard truth, families can redirect their energy towards self-care and personal growth. The episode also touches on the importance of supporting organizations like Shatterproof, which advocate for treatment over incarceration.
With heartfelt discussions and real-life examples, this episode encourages listeners to detach from the chaos of addiction in a healthy and loving way, ultimately unleashing boundless energy for their own aspirations. If you're seeking solace and practical advice on coping with a loved one's addiction, this episode offers both understanding and hope.