YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
Ep. 84: Why Your Words Don't Matter
Ep. 84: Why Your Words Don't Matter
Ep. 84: Why Your Words Don't Matter
Wednesday 28th August 2024
Danny and Emily Deaton discuss why words often fail in addiction recovery and highlight the importance of actions and boundaries.
31 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Words alone are often ineffective in reaching someone struggling with addiction.
- Setting boundaries is crucial for both the addict and their family.
- Understanding addiction as a disease can change how you approach recovery.
- Professional help provides essential tools and support for families.
- Actions speak louder than words; focus on what you can do rather than what you can say.
Your words don't matter because you're not talking to them; you're talking to their addiction.
Ever wondered why your heartfelt speeches and desperate pleas seem to fall on deaf ears when trying to help a loved one struggling with addiction? In this episode of the 'Your Living Proof Podcast', Danny Deaton and his wife Emily, share their raw and honest experiences to explain why your words might not be making the impact you hope for.
Drawing from their own battles with addiction, divorce, and family struggles, they offer a unique perspective on the dynamics of addiction and recovery within families. They explore the concept that addiction is a disease that clouds the mind, making it difficult for your words to penetrate through the haze. Using a vivid analogy of a gummy worm stuck in the brain, they illustrate how addiction distorts reality for the sufferer.
This episode dives deep into the importance of actions over words and how setting boundaries and getting professional help can make a real difference. Danny and Emily's candid discussion offers a mix of tough love and compassion, encouraging you to focus your energy on effective actions rather than exhausting yourself with words. Whether you're dealing with addiction in your family or seeking to understand it better, this episode provides valuable insights and practical advice.
Tune in to learn how to truly support your loved one and give them the best chance at recovery.