Ashley Loeb Blassingame
ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Ashley Loeb Blassingame, Christiana Kimmich)
ATE for #'s 76 & 77 | After the Episode Combo: Covering Compulsive Shopping & Insight for Family Members with Loved Ones Fighting Addiction
ATE for #'s 76 & 77 | After the Episode Combo: Covering Compulsive Shopping & Insight for Family Members with Loved Ones Fighting Addiction
ATE for #'s 76 & 77 | After the Episode Combo: Covering Compulsive Shopping & Insight for Family Members with Loved Ones Fighting Addiction
Thursday 29th October 2020
Join Ashley and Christiana on 'The Courage to Change' as they explore compulsive shopping and how to support loved ones fighting addiction.
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Ashley Loeb Blassingame
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Get the buttons here!Tackling Compulsive Shopping and Supporting Addicted Loved Ones: Insights from Ashley and Christiana
I am there, by your side, I will walk through the flames with you, but I cannot do one single thing to support your addiction.
What do compulsive shopping and supporting a loved one through addiction have in common? Quite a bit, as it turns out. In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', hosts Ashley and Christiana dive into these two complex topics, shedding light on the behaviors, emotions, and strategies involved. They reflect on two guest episodes, offering a rich discussion that’s both informative and empathetic.
Compulsive shopping might seem like just another bad habit, but Ashley and Christiana unpack it as a serious issue that often masks deeper emotional struggles. They explore how shopping can be used to fill emotional voids, leading to patterns of accumulating specific items or buying to alleviate negative feelings. Their conversation emphasizes the need for therapy tailored to these unique challenges, advocating for therapists who have firsthand experience and can provide practical tools.
Switching gears, the hosts then delve into the often heart-wrenching task of supporting a loved one with addiction. They highlight the importance of understanding addiction as a disease and the critical role family members play without becoming enablers. Through personal anecdotes and expert advice, Ashley and Christiana discuss interventions, the significance of taking ownership in recovery, and how family support can be both a lifeline and a delicate balancing act.
Throughout the episode, the theme of community and connection in recovery shines through. Ashley and Christiana offer resources for finding specialized therapy and support groups, urging listeners to educate themselves further through books and other materials. Their discussion is a blend of heartfelt stories and practical advice, making it a must-listen for anyone dealing with compulsive behaviors or supporting someone in recovery. This episode isn’t just about information; it’s about fostering understanding and offering hope.
Whether you’re grappling with compulsive shopping or navigating the challenges of a loved one’s addiction, Ashley and Christiana provide a compassionate guide to help you through.