Margaret Swift Thompson
Margaret Swift Thompson
Ep 118 - When Love and Addiction Collide: The Challenging Choices We Face.
Ep 118 - When Love and Addiction Collide: The Challenging Choices We Face.
Ep 118 - When Love and Addiction Collide: The Challenging Choices We Face.
Sunday 15th October 2023
Listen to Annie Augustus Rose on 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast' as she discusses raising grandchildren amidst addiction, emphasizing love and boundaries.
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Margaret Swift Thompson
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!When Love Meets Addiction: Annie Augustus Rose's Story of Family Resilience
Episode Overview
- Annie Augustus Rose shares her journey of raising her grandchildren amidst addiction
- The importance of setting healthy boundaries and unconditional love within a family
- Annie emphasizes the value of support and faith in navigating the complexities of addiction
- The podcast highlights the resilience and strength found within the family unit
- Annie's story serves as a tool for families to understand and heal from the impact of addiction
I believe in faith, in someone wrapping their care around me and holding me strong. Without that and the support of my Naranon group, I would never have been able to stand the task, so to speak.
What happens when love and addiction intersect within a family? In this episode of 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast', host Margaret Swift Thompson sits down with Annie Augustus Rose, the author of 'Addicted, Our Strength Under the Influence'. Annie shares her deeply personal journey of raising her grandchildren while navigating the tumultuous waters of her children's addiction. It's a story filled with tough choices, heartbreak, and ultimately, resilience.
Annie opens up about the difficult decisions she had to make and how these experiences have shaped her understanding of unconditional love and healthy boundaries. Her book, which includes poignant accounts from family members, serves as a beacon for others facing similar struggles. Throughout the conversation, Annie emphasizes the importance of support, patience, and faith in the recovery process. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction within their family, offering both empathy and practical advice for healing.