The Recovery Show
The Recovery Show
Intimacy – Episode 141
Intimacy – Episode 141
Intimacy – Episode 141
Tuesday 9th February 2016
Discover how recovery can heal intimacy in relationships affected by addiction. Tune in to Episode 141 of 'The Recovery Show' for insights and inspiration.
78 minutes
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Intimacy requires dialog, transparency, vulnerability and reciprocity; it is sustained through well-developed emotional and interpersonal awareness; it comes from a center of self-knowledge and self differentiation; and it evolves through reciprocal self disclosure and candor.
Ever wondered how addiction impacts intimacy in relationships? In this episode of 'The Recovery Show', Spencer takes center stage, sharing his candid experiences from an open panel meeting titled 'The Effects of Alcoholism and Addiction on Intimacy and Sexual Relationships'. He dives into how alcoholism damaged his intimate connections and his journey towards mending them through recovery. Joining him are Tom and Grace, who offer their reflections on the essential elements of intimacy: transparency, vulnerability, emotional awareness, and self-knowledge.
They discuss the importance of reciprocal self-disclosure and candor in building and sustaining intimate relationships. This episode provides a thoughtful exploration of how the 12-step recovery program can help heal and nurture intimacy in relationships affected by addiction. Tune in to gain practical insights and be inspired by stories of hope and resilience.