Luke Worsfold

Inside Addiction

Luke Worsfold

  • I Was Psychologically Broken For Quite A Few Years With Ann

I Was Psychologically Broken For Quite A Few Years With Ann

Friday 16th June 2017

Join Luke Worsfold and Ann as they discuss her family's battle with alcoholism and Joey's journey to sobriety on 'Inside Addiction'.
24 minutes
Informative
Empowering
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Healing

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Inside Addiction
Author:
Luke Worsfold
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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A Mother's Battle: Ann's Story of Family and Recovery

You can just sit on the edge of that motorway and just watch the cars go past, if you like, and these thoughts you start to understand they are like the cars that you're just watching, go by, and rather than sort of becoming your thoughts and thinking I'm an addict or I'm a piece of shit. I have really found that phenomenally helpful.
Ann's life has been deeply affected by the grip of alcoholism, first through her husband and then her son, Joey. In this episode of 'Inside Addiction,' host Luke Worsfold sits down with Ann to unravel the complexities of living with and loving someone struggling with addiction. Ann opens up about the emotional toll and the patterns of learned behavior that perpetuate addiction within families.
The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Ann shares Joey's rocky road to sobriety and the ongoing battle with addictive tendencies. Through candid reflections, she highlights the significance of early intervention and the powerful role of community support in navigating these turbulent waters. Ann's own journey of healing is equally compelling. She discusses how support groups like Al-Anon helped her rediscover her self-worth and explore her passions, providing a beacon of hope for others in similar situations.
This episode isn't just about the struggle; it's about finding strength, community, and the tools to manage life's challenges. If you're seeking insight into addiction's ripple effects on families or looking for inspiration on the path to recovery, Ann's story offers both guidance and hope.