Millennium Counseling Center
Millennium Counseling Center
Family and Friends’ Role in Supporting Recovery
Family and Friends’ Role in Supporting Recovery
Family and Friends’ Role in Supporting Recovery
Wednesday 8th May 2024
Discover how to support a loved one through recovery while managing your own emotions. Practical advice for family and friends.
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Episode Overview
- Balance support with your own emotional needs.
- Rebuild trust and transparency on both sides.
- Understand the misconceptions about recovery.
- Use support programs like Families Anonymous.
- Express support without trying to control the process.
The challenge is to support your loved one while being true to yourself.
Family and friends play a crucial role in supporting a loved one through recovery, but it’s no easy task. This episode of The Millennium Counseling Center Podcast dives into the emotional rollercoaster that family members and friends experience. From dealing with their own hurt and mistrust to learning how to provide effective support, the conversation covers it all.
You'll hear about the importance of balancing support while staying true to your own feelings, and why it's essential to rebuild trust and transparency on both sides. The hosts also discuss the misconception that the person in recovery isn't aware of the pain they've caused, and how this misunderstanding can lead to more harm than good. They stress the significance of expressing support without trying to control the recovery process, a common pitfall for many.
With insights into various support programs like Families Anonymous and Al-Anon, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone in a supportive role. If you're navigating the complex dynamics of supporting a loved one through recovery, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom and understanding. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how to be there for your loved one while also taking care of your own emotional well-being.