Matt Brown & Sam Davis
Matt Brown & Sam Davis
Beyond Guilt: Setting Boundaries in the Face of Addiction
Beyond Guilt: Setting Boundaries in the Face of Addiction
Beyond Guilt: Setting Boundaries in the Face of Addiction
Tuesday 17th October 2023
Matt Brown and Sam Davis discuss setting boundaries in addiction recovery, offering practical advice and personal insights on 'The Party Wreckers'.
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26 minutes
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Matt Brown & Sam Davis
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Debunking the misconception of admission of addiction as the first step towards recovery
- Distinguishing boundaries from ultimatums and their role in supporting loved ones
- Emphasizing the transformative power of willingness over desire in the recovery journey
- Reflecting on personal experiences and the positive influence of professionals in the hosts' lives
- Inviting listeners to an upcoming training and encouraging those interested in working with families in crisis
I don't have to create boundaries. I don't have to even give them an ultimatum. Like I can get them to admit that there's a problem. And by that admission, they're automatically going to agree to take some action and solve the problem. And that rarely is a recipe for success down the road.
Ever felt overwhelmed by the guilt of setting boundaries with a loved one struggling with addiction? Matt Brown and Sam Davis, seasoned interventionists, are here to help you navigate this emotional minefield. In this episode of 'The Party Wreckers,' they turn the spotlight on the often misunderstood concept of addiction intervention and the critical role boundaries play in recovery. Forget the courtroom drama scenes where families bombard their loved ones with evidence of addiction.
Matt and Sam emphasize that real intervention is about creating a supportive environment where families focus on what they can control, not forcing an admission of powerlessness. They tackle the tricky question of 'Why?' and show how it can become a powerful tool in breaking the cycle of manipulation. By shifting the perspective from merely wanting recovery to actively taking steps towards it, they reveal how small changes can lead to significant progress.
Personal stories and reflections from their own intervention experiences add depth to their insights, making the discussion relatable and heartfelt. They wrap up the episode by stressing the importance of not enabling addiction and invite listeners to join their upcoming training for those interested in working with families in crisis. If you're dealing with addiction in your family or seeking to understand it better, this episode offers practical advice wrapped in empathy and real-life wisdom.