Allies in Recovery

Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction

Allies in Recovery

  • Filling the Gap

Filling the Gap

Friday 3rd November 2023

Learn how to support loved ones transitioning from treatment to home with practical tips from 'Coming Up for Air'.
38 minutes
Compassionate
Supportive
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful

About this podcast

Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
Author:
Allies in Recovery
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Bridging the Gap: Easing the Transition from Treatment to Home

Episode Overview

  • Transitioning from structured environments to everyday life poses challenges and potential triggers for individuals in recovery.
  • Managing expectations and fostering reconnection are crucial in providing effective support during the transition phase.
  • Utilizing the CRAFT method and effective communication skills plays a pivotal role in creating a supportive environment for loved ones.
  • Families are encouraged to focus on their own reactivity and triggers, fostering a more engaging and supportive environment for their loved ones.
  • The episode emphasizes the significance of creating a lighthearted and engaging atmosphere to support the recovery journey of loved ones.
We want you to focus on yourself. We want you to focus on your own reactivity and your own triggers so that you could be more present to be available for conversation and be curious about what the other person's going on and let go of expectations.
Imagine the relief when your loved one completes their treatment program, only to be met with the anxiety of what comes next. In this episode of 'Coming Up for Air', hosts Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater tackle the delicate period when someone returns home from a structured environment. This time can be fraught with old triggers and the risk of slipping back into harmful habits.
But don't worry, Laurie and Annie are here to share their wisdom and personal experiences to help you navigate this tricky phase. They discuss how to manage expectations and create a supportive home environment that fosters reconnection and engagement. Using the CRAFT communication tools, they offer practical tips to keep the lines of communication open and make everyday life a bit more fun and less stressful.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to support a loved one through the ups and downs of early recovery. It’s not just about survival; it’s about thriving together.
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Allies in Recovery

Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction

Allies in Recovery

  • Filling the Gap

Filling the Gap

Friday 3rd November 2023

Learn how to support loved ones transitioning from treatment to home with practical tips from 'Coming Up for Air'.
38 minutes
Compassionate
Supportive
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful

About this podcast

Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
Author:
Allies in Recovery
Overview:
This podcast series addresses topics relevant to families dealing with a loved one's addiction. We are sponsored by AlliesinRecovery.net, *the* premier learning platform for friends/families seeking...(view more)
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Bridging the Gap: Easing the Transition from Treatment to Home

Episode Overview

  • Transitioning from structured environments to everyday life poses challenges and potential triggers for individuals in recovery.
  • Managing expectations and fostering reconnection are crucial in providing effective support during the transition phase.
  • Utilizing the CRAFT method and effective communication skills plays a pivotal role in creating a supportive environment for loved ones.
  • Families are encouraged to focus on their own reactivity and triggers, fostering a more engaging and supportive environment for their loved ones.
  • The episode emphasizes the significance of creating a lighthearted and engaging atmosphere to support the recovery journey of loved ones.
We want you to focus on yourself. We want you to focus on your own reactivity and your own triggers so that you could be more present to be available for conversation and be curious about what the other person's going on and let go of expectations.
Imagine the relief when your loved one completes their treatment program, only to be met with the anxiety of what comes next. In this episode of 'Coming Up for Air', hosts Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater tackle the delicate period when someone returns home from a structured environment. This time can be fraught with old triggers and the risk of slipping back into harmful habits.
But don't worry, Laurie and Annie are here to share their wisdom and personal experiences to help you navigate this tricky phase. They discuss how to manage expectations and create a supportive home environment that fosters reconnection and engagement. Using the CRAFT communication tools, they offer practical tips to keep the lines of communication open and make everyday life a bit more fun and less stressful.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to support a loved one through the ups and downs of early recovery. It’s not just about survival; it’s about thriving together.