Mark S.
Mark S.
Mom and Dad - Recovered 433
Mom and Dad - Recovered 433
Mom and Dad - Recovered 433
Wednesday 2nd April 2025
Explore the journey of mending relationships with parents in recovery. Hear personal stories and get practical tips on rebuilding trust and respect.
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61 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Mark S.
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Mending relationships with parents can be challenging but rewarding.
- Setting healthy boundaries is crucial for rebuilding trust.
- Acknowledging past hurts helps in the healing process.
- Therapy and the 12-step program are valuable tools for recovery.
- Family support plays a significant role in sustained sobriety.
"It's only because of recovery that I got to say 'I love you' to my dad and hear him say it back."
Rebuilding relationships with parents can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding aspects of recovery. In this episode of the Recovered Podcast, Mark S. and his co-hosts, Buddy, Tony, and Nathan, dive into the delicate process of reconnecting with mom and dad. They discuss how addiction can strain family bonds and share personal stories about their journeys to mend these vital connections.
From setting healthy boundaries to acknowledging past hurts, the hosts offer practical advice for nurturing relationships with parents. Tony opens up about the damage done during his drinking years and how he had to rebuild trust and respect with his parents. Buddy talks about living close to his parents and being available to help, while Nathan shares the complexities of his relationship with his parents and how therapy and the 12-step program have played crucial roles in healing.
The episode is filled with heartfelt anecdotes and valuable insights, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to strengthen family ties in recovery. Tune in to hear how these experiences can help you on your own journey to sobriety.