Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

Addiction and the Family

Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

  • Episode 45: Healing from Our Scars, with Christopher Morris

Episode 45: Healing from Our Scars, with Christopher Morris

Friday 29th September 2023

Listen to Christopher Morris discuss growing up with an alcoholic mother and his path to healing in 'Addiction and the Family'.
43 minutes
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Addiction and the Family
Author:
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Christopher Morris: Finding Strength in Family Scars

Episode Overview

  • Christopher Morris shares his powerful journey of growing up with an alcoholic mother and finding his path to recovery
  • The conversation delves into the complexities of forgiveness and navigating the ripple effects of addiction within the family
  • Morris's narrative offers solace and understanding to individuals grappling with similar struggles
  • A compelling testament to the transformative power of seeking support and fostering resilience amidst adversity
The biggest thing for sure is the thing that I wish I knew when I was a teenager going through this. It felt so isolating to be in this, quote, normal suburban environment going through this kind of chaos and going to high school and everyone else is just complaining about, you know, my dad didn't give me gas money for this and that. It took me 20 years to my first Al-Anon meeting to sit in a room with people basically telling my story.
Imagine growing up with a parent battling addiction and the profound impact it leaves on a family. In this episode of 'Addiction and the Family', Christopher Morris, author of 'We Are All Made of Scars', opens up about his journey. He shares what it was like to grow up with a mother who struggled with alcohol, revealing the challenges and lessons he encountered along the way.
Christopher's candid storytelling shines a light on the often-hidden struggles of families dealing with addiction. From navigating the turbulent teenage years to learning the power of forgiveness, his story is a testament to resilience and recovery. This episode isn't just about hardship; it's about hope and the transformative power of healing. Christopher's insights offer a comforting reminder that even in the darkest times, recovery is possible.
Tune in to hear his inspiring journey and find solace in knowing you're not alone.