Margaret Swift Thompson
Margaret Swift Thompson
Ep 119 - Against All Odds: A Couple's Inspiring Journey Out of Naivety and Denial.
Ep 119 - Against All Odds: A Couple's Inspiring Journey Out of Naivety and Denial.
Ep 119 - Against All Odds: A Couple's Inspiring Journey Out of Naivety and Denial.
Sunday 22nd October 2023
Listen to Dayna Del Val and Mazz Marry's inspiring journey through addiction and recovery on the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast.
33 minutes
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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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Episode Overview
- Maz shares his battle with alcoholism, influenced by his family history and cultural norms.
- Dana reflects on her initial naivety towards addiction and the gradual realization of the extent of Maz's struggle.
- The couple's journey is a testament to resilience, personal growth, and the transformative power of recovery.
- They delve into the complexities of addiction, its impact on their relationship, and the process of rebuilding their lives post-recovery.
- The episode offers profound insights into family dynamics, support systems, and the challenges of navigating addiction and recovery.
I thought I could fix it somehow. I thought I could like shock him back into who he had been when we first met. Again, I was naive. I had no concept of the utter control that alcohol had on his life, on our life. I really had no exposure to it.
What happens when love meets the harsh reality of addiction? In this episode of the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast, host Margaret Swift Thompson sits down with Dayna Del Val and Mazz Marry to explore just that. Mazz opens up about his struggle with alcoholism, shedding light on the moment he realized he was grappling with addiction. Dayna offers a raw and heartfelt account of her own journey, from naivety and denial to confronting the painful truths about her partner's condition.
Together, they unravel how their relationship endured the storm of addiction and emerged stronger on the other side. Their story challenges Hollywood's glamorized portrayal of alcoholism, offering instead a real-life narrative filled with struggle, growth, and ultimately, hope. This episode isn't just about addiction; it's about the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love and recovery. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or simply seeking an inspiring story of triumph, this conversation is a must-listen.