Courage Recovery
Roger L'Hereault, Addiction Educator
E17: Identifying
E17: Identifying
E17: Identifying
Wednesday 27th February 2019
Roger L'Hereault explores why identifying as an addict or alcoholic is crucial in recovery, focusing on community support and self-acceptance.
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Get the buttons here!Embracing Identity: The Role of Labels in Addiction Recovery
Identifying as an addict or alcoholic should have meaning for you. Otherwise, why bother right? Statements that show ownership of having the disease of addiction have value, and that's what I'll share with you Today.
Why should you identify as an addict or alcoholic? Roger L'Hereault dives into this crucial question in this episode of Courage Recovery. He explores the power of owning your addiction and how it can be a game-changer in your recovery journey. Roger doesn’t shy away from the stigma attached to these labels but instead, sheds light on the strength found in embracing them.
By acknowledging the reality of addiction, individuals can break free from denial and isolation, finding a supportive community and a sense of pride in their progress. Roger discusses the benefits of facing the truth head-on and how self-acceptance can be a powerful tool for overcoming addiction. This episode offers a fresh perspective on the importance of labels in recovery, making it a must-listen for anyone on the path to sobriety or supporting someone who is.
Get ready to rethink what it means to identify as an addict or alcoholic and discover how it can positively impact your life.