MARR Addiction Treatment Centers
MARR Addiction Treatment Centers
Ep 33: Shame and Addiction Love Working Together
Ep 33: Shame and Addiction Love Working Together
Ep 33: Shame and Addiction Love Working Together
Monday 3rd June 2019
Counselors Patrice Alexander and Alyce Wellons discuss how addressing shame is crucial in addiction recovery. Listen for valuable insights and strategies.
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Breaking the Chains: Confronting Shame in Addiction Recovery
Shame is intrinsic and pervasive, is often intergenerational, and shame is the number one issue from everything in recovery, from research dollars to somebody actually getting clean and sober.
Ever wondered why shame seems to cling so tightly to addiction? In this episode, addiction counselors Patrice Alexander and Alyce Wellons dive deep into this very topic. They reveal how shame isn't just a side effect of addiction but often a driving force behind it. The conversation sheds light on how shame can be passed down through generations, making it a formidable barrier to recovery.
Patrice and Alyce also touch on the vital role of powerlessness in the recovery journey and share practical skills for tackling shame head-on. Their discussion goes beyond the individual, highlighting how shame impacts families and debunking common myths about addiction and recovery. If you're looking for a heartfelt and insightful take on the complexities of addiction, this episode offers valuable perspectives and actionable advice.