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How to Maintain a Friendship with Someone in Recovery I The Banyan Podcast I EP 28
How to Maintain a Friendship with Someone in Recovery I The Banyan Podcast I EP 28
How to Maintain a Friendship with Someone in Recovery I The Banyan Podcast I EP 28
Friday 7th July 2023
Genesis Suarez discusses supporting friends in recovery, offering tips on creating sober support systems, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care.
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25 minutes
Empowering
Supportive
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
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Banyan Treatment Centers
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Financial Health in Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
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Episodes:
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Episode Overview
- Maintaining a judgment-free zone is crucial for supporting friends in recovery
- Establishing a sober support system is essential for navigating friendships with individuals in recovery
- Setting boundaries that feel comfortable is important for both the friend and the supporter
- Taking care of yourself and seeking guidance from others are vital aspects of supporting a friend in recovery
I think number one, a judgment-free zone, right? Allow that person to be able to come talk to you and have a safe space to talk to you so that when they're early in recovery and they do have a relapse or a slip up or a thinking about it, being able to just kind of be a safe space to be like, hey, this happened.
Friendships can be tough, but when your friend is in recovery, they can take on a whole new level of complexity. In this episode of The Banyan Podcast, Genesis Suarez opens up about her experiences with friends and a past romantic partner who were navigating the path of recovery. Her candid discussion with Alyssa reveals the highs and lows of supporting someone through their sobriety journey.
Genesis shares the importance of being a judgment-free zone for your friend, creating a strong sober support system, and setting boundaries that feel right for you. She also stresses the need for self-care and seeking your own support to stay balanced. This episode is packed with practical advice and heartfelt stories that shed light on the intricate dynamics of these unique friendships.
Whether you're supporting a friend in early recovery or helping them maintain long-term sobriety, Genesis's insights offer valuable guidance to make these relationships work.