FIRE NETWORK
FIRE NETWORK
Incurable Hope
Incurable Hope
Incurable Hope
Tuesday 19th September 2023
Tune into Friends in Recovery for a heartfelt discussion with Lisa Gennosa on addiction, recovery, and the importance of self-care.
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45 minutes
Raw
Informative
Compassionate
Insightful
Empowering
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Episode Overview
- The episode delves deep into the impact of addiction on individuals and families, offering insights and personal experiences.
- The hosts and guest discuss the challenges of compassion fatigue and burnout, particularly among first responders and healthcare professionals.
- Lisa Gennosa shares her personal journey and the motivation behind her book 'Incurable Hope', offering support and resources for families dealing with substance use disorder.
- The importance of self-care and community outreach in supporting individuals with addiction and navigating the recovery process is highlighted throughout the episode.
- Insights and experiences from first responders and healthcare professionals shed light on the complexities of addressing addiction and supporting recovery efforts.
You can't look at this book and think your problems will go away if you do A, B, C, D. It's the journey that we have to look at and how we better ourselves because practice doesn't make perfect, better makes better.
What happens when hope feels like the only thing left? In this episode of 'Friends in Recovery', hosts Jersey Ed, Buckeye Bambi, and Breezy Beth sit down with Lisa Gennosa, the author of 'Incurable Hope'. Lisa opens up about her deeply personal journey through her son's battle with substance use disorder. Her story isn't just about struggle; it's about finding light in the darkest of times.
The conversation touches on the emotional toll addiction takes on families, and how burnout and compassion fatigue can affect those on the front lines, like first responders and healthcare professionals. Lisa's book aims to be a beacon for families navigating similar turbulent waters, offering support and resources to help them stay afloat. The episode is a raw and candid exploration of the complexities surrounding addiction, underscoring the importance of self-care and compassion in the recovery process.
If you're looking for a blend of heartfelt stories and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen.