The Empty Chair

The Empty Chair

The Empty Chair

  • E16 - Husband and Wife, Teena and Dave

E16 - Husband and Wife, Teena and Dave

Thursday 22nd April 2021

Teena and Dave discuss their journey through addiction recovery as a couple, emphasizing individual programs and mutual support on 'The Empty Chair'.
73 minutes
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Love and Loss: Teena and Dave's Path to Sobriety

Together, um alone, you can't.
Ever wondered how couples navigate the rocky road of addiction recovery together? In this heartfelt episode of 'The Empty Chair', host Cole Welch sits down with Teena and Dave, a couple who have faced the highs and lows of sobriety side by side. Teena and Dave open up about their individual journeys to sobriety and the unique challenges they face as a couple.
They emphasize the importance of working on their own recovery programs while supporting each other, shedding light on the delicate balance required to maintain both personal and shared progress. The conversation takes a poignant turn as they discuss the agony of witnessing a partner's relapse and the tough decisions that come with it. Adding another layer to their story, Teena and Dave share the heartrending experience of losing a child to addiction.
Their raw honesty offers a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar struggles. This episode is dedicated to Amelia Reed Yount, adding a personal touch that underscores the real-life stakes involved. If you're looking for inspiration, understanding, or just a sense of solidarity in your own journey or that of a loved one, this episode offers a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, even amidst profound loss.