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How I Got My Life Back After Years of Drugging!

Thursday 26th September 2024

Tanya McIntyre shares her inspiring journey of overcoming addiction with CBT and SMART Recovery, offering practical tools and heartfelt wisdom.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate
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Honest

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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Breaking Free: Tanya's Journey Through CBT and SMART Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Recognise and overcome excuses in addiction recovery.
  • Understand the stages of change: denial, contemplation, action, and maintenance.
  • Utilise tools like Cost-Benefit Analysis and URGE Log for managing urges.
  • Importance of finding a supportive community and resources like SMART Recovery.
  • Emphasise continuous self-improvement and small steps in the recovery journey.
"Denial is more than a big river in Egypt"
In this episode of the Red Roof Recovery show, Tanya McIntyre dives into her personal journey of overcoming addiction through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Joined by her husband Lance, Tanya shares how CBT and the SMART Recovery programme helped her break free from years of substance abuse and mental health struggles. The couple discusses the stages of change in recovery, from denial and pre-contemplation to action and maintenance.
They highlight the importance of recognising excuses, managing urges, and finding the right support system. Tanya's candid reflections and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand or support a loved one through recovery. Tanya also emphasises the power of small steps and continuous self-improvement, providing listeners with actionable tools like the Cost-Benefit Analysis and the URGE Log.
With a blend of personal anecdotes and expert insights, this episode offers a compassionate and hopeful perspective on the path to sobriety. Don't miss out on Tanya's heartfelt wisdom and practical tips for navigating the complexities of addiction recovery.
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