Heather Ross
Heather Ross
EP78 Mom, Wife, and Addiction: The Ripple Effect of Stigma, Shame, and Values with guest Amanda Lockyer from Addiction Makes Three
EP78 Mom, Wife, and Addiction: The Ripple Effect of Stigma, Shame, and Values with guest Amanda Lockyer from Addiction Makes Three
EP78 Mom, Wife, and Addiction: The Ripple Effect of Stigma, Shame, and Values with guest Amanda Lockyer from Addiction Makes Three
Thursday 27th April 2023
Heather Ross and Amanda Lockyer explore the impact of stigma and shame in family addiction, highlighting the journey towards self-compassion and authentic support.
52 minutes
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Author:
Heather Ross
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Stigma and shame isolated them and affected their relationships
- Fear and lack of trust can lead individuals to seek advice that doesn't align with their values
- Importance of tuning back into one's values and finding support that aligns with personal beliefs
- Embracing authenticity, compassion, and connection to set the tone for how they are perceived
- The challenges faced by those impacted by a loved one's addiction and insights into navigating these complex experiences
If you can go to bed with the choices and decisions you've made that day, then they were the right decisions to make that day.
How do you cope when addiction touches more than one member of your family? In this episode, Heather Ross is joined by Amanda Lockyer from Addiction Makes Three to tackle this tough question head-on. Amanda, sharing her experiences as both a wife and mother, opens up about the heavy burden of stigma and shame that often accompanies addiction. Heather adds her perspective as a mother, painting a vivid picture of how these feelings can isolate and strain relationships.
They delve into how stigma and shame can prevent families from seeking the support they need, creating barriers to honest communication and fostering a sense of disconnection. Both women reflect on their journeys towards self-compassion and self-forgiveness, revealing how reconnecting with their core values has helped them become better support systems for their loved ones.
Their candid conversation offers a raw and relatable look at the emotional challenges faced by families dealing with addiction, while also highlighting the importance of authenticity, compassion, and connection in overcoming these hurdles. If you’re navigating similar waters, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that you’re not alone and that there is hope in embracing your true self.