The Recovery Show
The Recovery Show
Denial – Pilot Episode 4
Denial – Pilot Episode 4
Denial – Pilot Episode 4
Sunday 30th December 2012
Join Spencer, Kelli, and Erika on The Recovery Show as they share their journeys of overcoming denial through honesty, acceptance, and Al-Anon support.
58 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Through Denial: Real Stories from Al-Anon Recovery
When I am willing to look at the whole picture, I take the first step toward a more manageable life.
Ever found yourself ignoring the obvious because it’s just too painful to face? In this episode of The Recovery Show, hosts Spencer, Kelli, and Erika get real about denial in the context of 12-step recovery within Al-Anon. They kick things off by sharing their early experiences with denial, where they adjusted their reality to fit their comfort zones and blocked out what they couldn’t handle.
You’ll hear how they began to spot those moments of denial and the practical tools they used to tackle it head-on. One standout point from their discussion is the transformative power of accepting reality as it is. Once they stopped fighting the truth, they found they could make clearer decisions about what they could and couldn’t control. The hosts also dive into personal stories involving aging and dementia, illustrating how the Al-Anon program’s tools helped them navigate these tough situations.
Throughout the episode, Spencer, Kelli, and Erika stress the importance of honesty and self-acceptance, no matter how tough the reality might be. Their candid conversations reveal how support from the Al-Anon community made facing new realities less daunting and more manageable. If you’re grappling with denial in your own life or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice straight from those who’ve been there.
Tune in to learn how you can use Al-Anon’s tools to break through denial and embrace a more honest, serene life.