Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson

Healing Families Shattered by Addiction

Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson

  • H.O.W.

H.O.W.

Tuesday 24th October 2023

Discover how Honesty, Open-mindedness, and Willingness can help families heal from addiction in this episode with Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson.
23 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Inspiring
Supportive
Hopeful

About this podcast

Healing Families Shattered by Addiction
Author:
Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Body & Mind
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Healing Families with H.O.W.: A Path to Honest Recovery

Episode Overview

  • The episode delves into the acronym H.O.W. - honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness, and its role in coping with addiction within the family.
  • Di and Brian draw from their 30 years of combined experience to provide valuable insights and strategies for families dealing with addiction.
  • They emphasize the impact of addiction on the entire family and offer advice on fostering open-mindedness, taking a humble approach, and embracing willingness as a catalyst for change.
  • Listeners are encouraged to seek support, explore new perspectives, and aim for family healing and well-being.
  • The episode provides compelling advice on transforming one's mindset and actions in dealing with the challenges of addiction within the family.
I had no idea because there's again I only have one way to do this. I don't know what else to do, except there it is, Bry's little voice going die turn right turn left. And there it is, you know, so again we think we've hit a dead-end road, but most of the time there's really no dead ends. It really isn't so that's all we need to know is that with a little help from our friends and a little how it becomes a pretty big Wow.
Feeling overwhelmed by a loved one's addiction? This episode of 'Healing Families Shattered by Addiction' with Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson might just be what you need. They dive into the principles of H.O.W.—Honesty, Open-mindedness, and Willingness—and how these simple yet powerful concepts can transform the way families cope with addiction. Drawing from their combined 30 years of experience, Di and Brian offer practical tools and heartfelt advice to help you navigate the emotional rollercoaster of addiction.
You'll hear about the importance of being honest with yourself and your loved ones, keeping an open mind to new approaches, and being willing to make changes for the better. It's not just about helping the person struggling with addiction; it's about healing the whole family. If you're ready to find some peace and hope amidst the chaos, this episode is a must-listen.