Margaret Swift Thompson
Margaret Swift Thompson
Ep 170 - Family Recovery & Healing: How Sober Living and Support Help Overcome Addiction.
Ep 170 - Family Recovery & Healing: How Sober Living and Support Help Overcome Addiction.
Ep 170 - Family Recovery & Healing: How Sober Living and Support Help Overcome Addiction.
Sunday 2nd March 2025
Patrick Flanagan shares his journey of sobriety and family healing, highlighting the importance of community and structured recovery programs.
43 minutes
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Margaret Swift Thompson
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Family involvement is crucial in the recovery process.
- Maintaining an AA program helps prevent relapse.
- Structured recovery programs can significantly aid in healing.
- Service work is essential for maintaining sobriety.
- Exposing family members to therapy can plant seeds for future growth.
You can't force them to do anything. You can expose them. You can share your experience.
Margaret Swift Thompson brings another heartfelt episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast, featuring Patrick Flanagan, a recovering alcoholic with a mission to heal families affected by addiction. Patrick shares his journey, emphasising the importance of family involvement in recovery. He talks about launching the Lion House Brownstone Women's Recovery Residence, where family recovery coaching is a key component.
Patrick's dedication to maintaining his AA program and community involvement shines through as he reflects on his own experiences and the ongoing support he receives from his family, particularly his daughter Josie. The episode dives into the challenges and triumphs of recovery, highlighting how structured, family-centered programs can make a significant difference. Patrick's story is a testament to the power of community and the importance of service work in maintaining sobriety.
His journey from a struggling alcoholic to an advocate for family recovery is both inspiring and educational. This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction, offering hope and practical advice on how to support loved ones through their recovery journey.