Rebuilding Trust: A Mother and Son's Journey Through Addiction Recovery
The worst thing you can do to a mother is to threaten her child. The manifestation is just like a mother in the wild: you're just going to be aggressive.
How do you rebuild trust after addiction has shattered it? In this compelling episode of 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast', host Margaret Swift Thompson welcomes back Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and her son, Harry Cunnane. Together, they share their raw and real experiences from their book 'Under Our Roof', diving deep into the nuances of their recovery journey.
Harry introduces a poignant quote: 'Trust is lost in buckets and gained in drops,' shedding light on the painstaking process of regaining trust in the aftermath of addiction. This episode isn't just about their story; it's a conversation that resonates with anyone grappling with similar struggles. Margaret, Madeleine, and Harry discuss the essential role of honesty, the impact of addiction on family dynamics, and the small but significant steps towards rebuilding broken bonds.
They also touch on the importance of routine and how it can serve as a barometer for progress in recovery. Whether you're a parent, sibling, or friend to someone battling addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help navigate the rocky road of recovery. Tune in to hear a heartfelt discussion that might just mirror your own journey and offer a beacon of hope.