Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Episode 54: Embracing Family Recovery with Margaret Swift Thompson
Episode 54: Embracing Family Recovery with Margaret Swift Thompson
Episode 54: Embracing Family Recovery with Margaret Swift Thompson
Friday 21st June 2024
Margaret Swift Thompson shares her journey through addiction and recovery, offering hope and practical advice for families affected by addiction.
54 minutes
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Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Addiction impacts the entire family, not just the individual.
- Denial can be a significant barrier to recognising and addressing addiction.
- Support systems are crucial for both individuals and their families.
- Recovery involves understanding and addressing generational trauma.
- Self-care is essential for family members supporting someone with addiction.
Addiction doesn't just affect one person; it's a disease that impacts the whole family.
In this episode of 'Addiction and the Family', Margaret Swift Thompson shares her heartfelt journey through the ups and downs of addiction. From her marriage to someone struggling with addiction to recognising her own battles, Margaret's story is a testament to resilience and recovery. The episode delves into how addiction affects not just the individual but the entire family, creating ripples of pain and transformation.
Margaret talks about how she turned her life around and now dedicates herself to helping other families navigate their own journeys through addiction. Her work with Embrace Family Recovery focuses on supporting every family member affected by addiction, offering them a path to healing and understanding. Casey and Kira Arrillaga, the hosts, bring their own experiences and professional insights into the conversation, making it a rich resource for anyone dealing with similar issues.
This episode is a must-listen for those seeking hope and practical advice on how to support loved ones battling addiction while also taking care of themselves. So, if you're looking for inspiration and real-life strategies to cope with addiction in your family, don't miss this episode. It’s a reminder that recovery is possible, and you don’t have to face it alone.