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Living with alcoholism or addiction – Episode 70

Tuesday 22nd April 2014

Hear personal stories from Julie, Jen, Maria, and Spencer about living with active alcoholism or addiction in this episode of 'The Recovery Show'.
101 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Transformative
Encouraging
Hopeful

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Living with Addiction: Real Stories and Hard-Won Wisdom

I've started to separate my loved one from the disease, and I know how to chalk up some inappropriate behaviors to the disease, but they don't have those tools.
How do you keep going when chaos surrounds you? This episode of 'The Recovery Show' brings together four powerful voices—Julie, Jen, Maria, and Spencer—each sharing their unique experiences of living with active alcoholism or addiction. These stories are raw and honest, tackling the daily battles and emotional upheavals that come with loving someone who struggles with addiction. The host guides the conversation with thought-provoking questions, uncovering the similarities and differences in each person's journey.
You'll hear about the importance of setting boundaries, the necessity of self-care, and the strength found in loving detachment. As Julie puts it, 'I've started to separate my loved one from the disease, and I know how to chalk up some inappropriate behaviors to the disease, but they don't have those tools'. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking understanding and practical advice on navigating life alongside addiction.
Tune in to find solidarity, hope, and actionable steps toward reclaiming your own happiness.