Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Episode 61: Sara and Lera, Healing a Parent/Child Relationship in Recovery
Episode 61: Sara and Lera, Healing a Parent/Child Relationship in Recovery
Episode 61: Sara and Lera, Healing a Parent/Child Relationship in Recovery
Friday 24th January 2025
Sara and Lera share their journey of healing a parent-child relationship affected by addiction. Discover their struggles, growth, and practical advice for recovery.
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Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Addiction affects the entire family, not just the individual.
- Rebuilding trust requires consistent effort and presence.
- Shared activities can help strengthen family bonds.
- Therapy can provide valuable support in the recovery process.
- Patience and forgiveness are crucial in healing relationships.
It's not just about being sober; it's about being present and showing up for each other.
In this heartfelt episode of Addiction and the Family, hosts Casey and Kira Arrillaga sit down with Sara Martinez and her teenage daughter, Lera Richard, to discuss their journey of healing a fractured parent-child relationship affected by addiction. Sara, who has over six years of sobriety, and Lera, who spent much of her childhood apart from her mother, share their emotional experiences and the challenges they faced along the way.
Their candid conversation highlights the impact of addiction on family dynamics, the ongoing struggles in recovery, and the steps they have taken to rebuild their bond. Lera talks about the confusion and normalisation of addiction she experienced growing up, while Sara reflects on her feelings of guilt and the efforts she has made to be a present and supportive mother.
The episode is filled with raw emotions, honest reflections, and practical advice on how to foster healing within families affected by addiction. Through games, shared activities, and consistent support, Sara and Lera demonstrate that rebuilding trust and connection is possible. If you're looking for inspiration and practical tips on navigating family relationships in recovery, this episode offers a powerful and relatable story that may resonate with your own experiences.