Margaret Swift Thompson

The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast

Margaret Swift Thompson

  • Ep 126 - Understanding Detachment: Karen Casey's Step to Living a Joyful and Balanced Life.

Ep 126 - Understanding Detachment: Karen Casey's Step to Living a Joyful and Balanced Life.

Sunday 10th December 2023

Join Karen Casey on The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast as she shares how detachment can transform your life. Hosted by Margaret Swift Thompson.
19 minutes
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The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast
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Margaret Swift Thompson
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Karen Casey on Finding Freedom Through Detachment

Episode Overview

  • Karen Casey's remarkable journey from journaling to becoming a best-selling author
  • Insightful excerpts from 'Let Go Now, Embrace Detachment as a Path to Freedom'
  • Understanding the profound impact of detachment in personal growth
  • Reflections on family dynamics and the importance of active participation in recovery
  • Inspiring stories and strategies for overcoming struggles
Detaching from our companions does not mean discounting them, dismissing them or rejecting them. Keeping our focus on our own lives in no way means we don't care about other people. Letting others be free of our focus is actually a gift to them.
Picture this: You're holding onto something so tightly that it's causing you pain, but letting go feels impossible. In this episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast, Margaret Swift Thompson sits down with Karen Casey, the best-selling author whose first book, 'Each Day a New Beginning,' has been a guiding light for many. Karen opens up about her journey from battling depression to discovering the liberating power of detachment.
She recalls a life-changing moment when an unexpected visitor turned her darkest day into a new beginning. From there, journaling became her salvation and eventually led to her successful writing career. Karen dives into the concept of detachment, explaining how it has transformed her life and can do the same for others.
She reads an excerpt from her book 'Let Go Now: Embrace Detachment as a Path to Freedom,' offering listeners a glimpse into how letting go can lead to a more joyful and balanced life. The conversation also touches on the dynamics within families affected by addiction, emphasizing the importance of allowing loved ones to live their own lives while focusing on one's own recovery journey.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of personal growth, resilience, and the power of letting go. Whether you're struggling with your own challenges or supporting someone who is, Karen's insights offer hope and practical advice. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let Karen's story inspire you to embrace detachment and find your own path to freedom.