Julie Sanford
Julie Sanford
Episode 19: It’s Okay to Grieve Your Relationship
Episode 19: It’s Okay to Grieve Your Relationship
Episode 19: It’s Okay to Grieve Your Relationship
Monday 6th September 2021
Julie Sanford guides wives of alcoholics through grief and towards hope in this heartfelt 'Married to Addiction' episode.
18 minutes
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Julie Sanford
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Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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It's okay to grieve the way that things used to be. It wasn't the relationship that you wanted when you first started out. But in this episode, we'll also talk about the second part of that. Because it's okay to grieve your relationship....but you can't stay there.
Have you ever found yourself longing for the relationship you once had, before alcoholism took its toll? Julie Sanford understands this heartache deeply. In this episode of 'Married to Addiction', she addresses the often-overlooked topic of grieving the relationship you thought you were getting. It's a tough pill to swallow, but recognizing this grief is the first step towards healing. Julie opens up about her own journey, sharing how she navigated through feelings of loss and disappointment.
She emphasizes that it's perfectly normal to grieve this loss, but it's equally important not to get stuck there. Instead, Julie encourages you to look forward, embracing hope and possibilities for the future. With a blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice, she offers strategies to find peace amidst the chaos of addiction. Faith plays a crucial role in her approach, and she gently guides listeners to seek strength and guidance from their beliefs.
Towards the end of the episode, Julie introduces the Secret Sisters Circle, a support group for wives of alcoholics. This community provides a safe space to share experiences and find comfort in solidarity. If you're struggling to cope with an alcoholic spouse, this episode is a compassionate guide to help you grieve, grow, and move forward.