Popped Collar Productions
Popped Collar Productions
How to Cope with the Lasting Effects of Addiction
How to Cope with the Lasting Effects of Addiction
How to Cope with the Lasting Effects of Addiction
Saturday 10th December 2022
Discover how to handle the long-term effects of addiction with insights from Waismann Method® experts on 'Addiction, Recovery, and Mental Health'.
32 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Supportive
Transformative
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Recovery: Expert Advice on Handling Long-Term Addiction Effects
The biggest reason I see people struggle is with the expectation of wanting to get detox and feel like they felt years ago. It's not necessarily what everybody wants to hear, but if you orient yourself towards it, you take it on.
Recovery from addiction is a journey filled with both triumphs and challenges. In this episode of 'Addiction, Recovery, and Mental Health', Clare Waismann and David Livingston from Waismann Method® dive into the complex transition to sobriety. They address the often-overlooked residual health effects that linger after years of substance use and offer practical techniques to manage these challenges. Imagine thinking you’d feel like your old self immediately after detox, only to realize it’s not that simple.
Livingston points out that many struggle because they expect to feel as they did years ago, which isn’t realistic. Waismann adds that those who started using substances young may have missed crucial years of emotional growth, making recovery even more intricate. The episode doesn’t just stop at identifying problems; it provides actionable advice.
Hurst, an expert in trauma and recovery, compares the process to learning to cope with a head injury, emphasizing that recovery is a new skill set requiring effort and patience. The hosts stress the importance of setting personal goals and recognizing underlying issues. Livingston notes that figuring out what you want for yourself can be one of the most painful parts of recovery, but it’s crucial for long-term stability. Hope is another key theme.
Waismann acknowledges that hoping again after addiction can be scary, but it's essential to keep envisioning a better life. The episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone grappling with the long-term effects of addiction, offering both empathy and practical strategies for moving forward.