Forgiveness: A Key to Healing in Addiction Recovery
If I forgive everybody, if I can get over my resentments, if I can forgive myself and others, I become free, just like if I make amends to the people that I actually offended. To me, that's the serenity and the peace you know, the healing that comes from.
Forgiveness can be one of the hardest, yet most healing, steps in the journey of addiction recovery. In this heartfelt episode of 'My Child & Addiction', parents come together to share their personal experiences and struggles with forgiveness. From grappling with the pain of forgiving a child who has caused heartache through substance use, to dealing with the heavy burden of self-blame, these stories are both raw and inspiring.
Eric Rodriguez, a licensed social worker and Education Resource Director at Caron Treatment Centers, joins the discussion to offer his professional insights on the concept of living amends and the crucial role of self-forgiveness. He explains how forgiving oneself and others can pave the way for a more peaceful and resilient family life. This episode provides a touching look at how forgiveness can transform relationships and support recovery.
Whether you're a parent, family member, or friend of someone struggling with addiction, this conversation offers valuable perspectives and practical advice to help navigate the challenging path of addiction recovery.