Gary Hendler
Gary Hendler
EPISODE 032825
EPISODE 032825
EPISODE 032825
Saturday 29th March 2025
Gary Hendler and Mark Sigmund explore the grey areas of sobriety, asking tough questions about honesty in recovery and the challenges of prescribed medication.
56 minutes
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Thought-provoking
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Author:
Gary Hendler
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- The importance of being honest about your commitment to sobriety.
- Challenges of dealing with prescribed medication while in recovery.
- The temptation to misuse medication and how to handle it.
- Impact of medical marijuana laws on individuals in recovery.
- Maintaining transparency with doctors and support systems.
"Have you ever justified taking just a little more than prescribed, wondering if you could get a slight buzz?"
In this thought-provoking episode of Clean and Sober Radio, hosts Gary Hendler and Mark Sigmund tackle the challenging and often uncomfortable grey areas of recovery. Have you ever wondered if you're truly honest about your sobriety? Gary and Mark ask the tough questions that many avoid, such as whether you've ever taken more medication than prescribed or avoided telling your doctor about your recovery status.
These are the moments that can test even the most committed individuals on their journey to sobriety. They delve into real-life scenarios, including the temptation to misuse prescribed medication and the rationalisations that come with it. With personal anecdotes and engaging discussions, they highlight the importance of being honest with oneself and maintaining transparency in recovery.
The episode also touches on broader issues like the impact of medical marijuana laws and the ongoing challenges in distinguishing between necessary medication and potential relapse triggers. If you're looking for an episode that doesn't shy away from the hard truths and provides a supportive yet candid conversation about sobriety, this is one you won't want to miss.
Tune in to gain insights, reflect on your own journey, and perhaps find the motivation to stay true to your path of recovery.