The Empty Chair

The Empty Chair

The Empty Chair

  • E35 - Fran and Phil

E35 - Fran and Phil

Thursday 22nd September 2022

Phil and Fran Lahey share their journey with Circle of Hope, providing support and resources for families facing addiction challenges.
58 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Encouraging
Supportive
Thought-provoking

About this podcast

The Empty Chair
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
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Episodes:
56 (View all)
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Circle of Hope: Phil and Fran Lahey's Mission to Support Families Battling Addiction

I do not believe in tough love, I do not believe in detachment, although I do believe that you don't enable, but you know, to detach the tough love.
Ever wondered how families cope when a loved one struggles with addiction? Meet Phil and Fran Lahey, the compassionate founders of Circle of Hope. For the past 20 years, they've been a lifeline for families navigating the turbulent waters of addiction. In this episode of 'The Empty Chair', they share their personal journey and the driving force behind their mission to provide empathy, support, and practical resources to those in need.
The Laheys dive into the emotional toll addiction takes on families, emphasizing the importance of empathy and the delicate balance of detachment and tough love. They also highlight the critical role of group support in fostering a sense of community and hope. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers invaluable insights and a reminder that you don't have to face this challenge alone.
Tune in to hear Fran and Phil's heartfelt stories and learn about the services and resources Circle of Hope provides to help families find their own path to healing.
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The Empty Chair

The Empty Chair

The Empty Chair

  • E35 - Fran and Phil

E35 - Fran and Phil

Thursday 22nd September 2022

Phil and Fran Lahey share their journey with Circle of Hope, providing support and resources for families facing addiction challenges.
58 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Encouraging
Supportive
Thought-provoking

About this podcast

The Empty Chair
Overview:
The Empty Chair tells the stories of addiction, from the fall to the crash, to the soaring freedom of recovery, by those who have walked the jagged path. Messages of deep despair and, ultimately, hope...(view more)
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
56 (View all)
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Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Circle of Hope: Phil and Fran Lahey's Mission to Support Families Battling Addiction

I do not believe in tough love, I do not believe in detachment, although I do believe that you don't enable, but you know, to detach the tough love.
Ever wondered how families cope when a loved one struggles with addiction? Meet Phil and Fran Lahey, the compassionate founders of Circle of Hope. For the past 20 years, they've been a lifeline for families navigating the turbulent waters of addiction. In this episode of 'The Empty Chair', they share their personal journey and the driving force behind their mission to provide empathy, support, and practical resources to those in need.
The Laheys dive into the emotional toll addiction takes on families, emphasizing the importance of empathy and the delicate balance of detachment and tough love. They also highlight the critical role of group support in fostering a sense of community and hope. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers invaluable insights and a reminder that you don't have to face this challenge alone.
Tune in to hear Fran and Phil's heartfelt stories and learn about the services and resources Circle of Hope provides to help families find their own path to healing.