Mary Woods
Mary Woods
It Takes a Family: A Cooperative Approach to Lasting Sobriety with Guest Debra Jay
It Takes a Family: A Cooperative Approach to Lasting Sobriety with Guest Debra Jay
It Takes a Family: A Cooperative Approach to Lasting Sobriety with Guest Debra Jay
Monday 3rd November 2014
Debra Jay discusses how families can support sobriety through structured recovery programs on 'One Hour AT A Time'.
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Mary Woods
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Family First: Debra Jay on Collaborative Sobriety Strategies
Enabling just supports the disease, protects the disease, allows it to progress. When families learn this, why don't they stop?
Ever wondered how family dynamics can shape the journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods sits down with Debra Jay to unpack the profound impact of substance abuse on families. Jay, a seasoned expert in family recovery, sheds light on the thin line between enabling addiction and fostering recovery. She stresses the importance of families taking personal responsibility for their own well-being while supporting their loved ones in recovery.
Jay introduces a structured family recovery program that spans a year, encouraging families to work together as a cohesive unit to support sobriety. She likens the recovery journey to a hero's quest, emphasizing personal transformation and growth. The episode also delves into practical tools like the green light, yellow light, red light protocol to help families navigate tough conversations and decisions. This episode offers a compassionate, practical guide for families looking to support lasting sobriety.