Margaret Swift Thompson

The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast

Margaret Swift Thompson

  • Ep 161 - The Hidden Struggles of Siblings Living within Addiction's Grip on the Family.

Ep 161 - The Hidden Struggles of Siblings Living within Addiction's Grip on the Family.

Sunday 29th December 2024

Mallory Henry shares her emotional journey as a sibling of an addict, highlighting the struggles and the need for support in this episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast.
32 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Honest
Compassionate
Encouraging

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The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast
Author:
Margaret Swift Thompson
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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The Unseen Sibling: Mallory Henry's Journey with Addiction in the Family

Episode Overview

  • Mallory shares her story of growing up with a sibling addicted to drugs.
  • She discusses the lack of support and validation for siblings.
  • Mallory talks about creating Sibling Support Communities.
  • The importance of family involvement in addiction recovery is highlighted.
  • Mallory provides insights into setting boundaries and seeking help.
I just wanted someone to validate my experience. Even though I know my brother could have died, I needed someone to say, 'What about me?'
In this heartfelt episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast, host Margaret Swift Thompson welcomes back Mallory Henry to share her deeply personal journey as a sibling affected by addiction. Mallory dives into the often-overlooked struggles siblings face when a family member battles addiction. She recounts her brother’s addiction, its impact on her family, and her emotional rollercoaster as a sibling.
Mallory opens up about feeling unseen and unheard, and how she eventually found her voice and strength to seek help for herself. She also discusses the creation of Sibling Support Communities, a vital resource for siblings in similar situations. Through their candid conversation, Margaret and Mallory highlight the critical need for validating siblings' experiences and providing them with necessary support.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has felt overshadowed by a loved one’s addiction and seeks understanding and solidarity.
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