Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

Addiction and the Family

Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

  • Episode 21: Creating Happiness

Episode 21: Creating Happiness

Saturday 25th September 2021

Discover how positive psychology can foster happiness in recovery. Learn about PERMA, resilience, and gratitude on 'Addiction and the Family'.
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Addiction and the Family
Author:
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Creating Joy: Harnessing Positive Psychology in Recovery

Deep and fulfilling happiness comes from changing inside circumstances, which is all about changing how you think about yourself and your life.
Can happiness be cultivated, especially in the midst of recovery? In this episode of 'Addiction and the Family', hosts Casey and Kira Arrillaga explore this intriguing question by diving into the principles of positive psychology. They introduce listeners to the PERMA model, which stands for Positive emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment. Through practical exercises, they show how these elements can foster joy and resilience during recovery.
The episode highlights the importance of recognizing personal strengths and using them to navigate life's challenges. Casey and Kira also delve into the power of gratitude journaling and mindfulness, tools that can help anchor individuals in the present moment and reduce stress. They emphasize that while gratitude won't magically solve addiction, it can bring a sense of peace and acceptance.
This episode is a treasure trove of actionable advice for anyone on the recovery journey or supporting a loved one through it.