Julie Sanford
Julie Sanford
Episode 25: That's Not What I Want to Hear
Episode 25: That's Not What I Want to Hear
Episode 25: That's Not What I Want to Hear
Tuesday 9th November 2021
Julie Sanford addresses resistance to seeking help and offers support for wives of alcoholics in 'Married to Addiction'.
12 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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Get the buttons here!Facing Resistance: Finding Support as a Wife of an Alcoholic
It's way more uncomfortable, feeling miserable and hopeless day after day, way more uncomfortable. And I understand, because I was you.
Ever felt like every piece of advice about dealing with your husband's alcoholism just doesn't fit your situation? Julie Sanford, host of 'Married to Addiction', understands this all too well. In this eye-opening episode, she reflects on her own journey of resistance to seeking help and offers heartfelt advice for wives who might feel the same way. Julie gets real about the doubts and frustrations that can come with hearing suggestions that seem impractical or irrelevant.
She encourages listeners to keep an open mind and consider the benefits of community support and faith. By sharing her personal experiences, Julie highlights the toxic behaviors that can emerge in families struggling with addiction and provides tools for recognizing and addressing these issues. She also emphasizes the importance of surrendering control and trusting in a higher power to guide you through the chaos.
If you've ever thought 'That won't work for me' or 'That's not applicable in my situation', this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to find hope, inspiration, and practical steps to navigate the complex dynamics of living with an alcoholic spouse.