Rick Miranda
Rick Miranda
Can you rebuild past relationships when you get sober?
Can you rebuild past relationships when you get sober?
Can you rebuild past relationships when you get sober?
Monday 31st August 2020
Join Rick Miranda and Ruben as they discuss rebuilding relationships in sobriety, focusing on forgiveness, trust, and realistic expectations. Listen now.
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12 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Rick Miranda
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing Relationships
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Episodes:
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Get the buttons here!Mending Broken Bonds: The Realities of Rebuilding Relationships in Sobriety
You know, like I'm always a little bit on guard and that doesn't go away that quickly. And it also depends on how bad things were. Some things that people are never going to want to forgive you for, and you gotta be realistic.
Rick Miranda and his co-host Ruben dive deep into a topic many in recovery face: the challenge of rebuilding relationships after getting sober. In this heartfelt episode of 'Struggles With Sobriety', Rick shares his personal experiences, particularly focusing on the impact of his addiction on his marriage and other close relationships. The conversation is raw and honest, tackling the tough questions about whether it's possible to regain trust and repair bonds that have been fractured by addiction.
Rick and Ruben don't shy away from discussing the complexities of forgiveness and acceptance, emphasizing that while some things can be forgiven, others may not be so easily mended. They explore how setting realistic expectations is crucial in the healing process and how to handle animosity and grudges that might linger. Despite the heavy subject matter, the episode ends on a hopeful note.
Rick expresses his determination to mend the relationships damaged by his addiction, acknowledging that it will be a slow and sometimes painful journey, but one worth taking. This episode is a poignant reminder that sobriety involves more than just quitting alcohol; it also means facing the emotional wreckage left behind and striving to rebuild a life that addiction once shattered. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of solidarity.