My Overarching Feeling About My Mom's Alcoholism Now, is Intense Compassion.My Overarching Feeling About My Mom's Alcoholism Now, is Intense Compassion.
The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast
Kirkland shares his journey from anger to compassion for his mother battling alcoholism, highlighting the importance of self-care and understanding addiction as a no-fault disease.
21:06•21 Mar 2021
Finding Compassion Amidst Addiction: Kirkland's Journey with His Mother's Alcoholism
“I think my mother, her second husband, was a world-class enabler. But I did get to the point where we talk about alcoholism as a disease, but we don't place it in the same category as cancer or something else that was thrust upon somebody and they then died of cancer.”
What happens when the person you love is battling addiction? In this episode of 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast', host Margaret Swift Thompson sits down with Kirkland, who opens up about his life growing up with a mother struggling with alcoholism. Kirkland reflects on his emotional journey, moving from anger to a profound sense of compassion for his mother. He discusses how he came to view addiction as a no-fault disease and the impact it had on his family.
Kirkland's candid storytelling sheds light on the often overlooked struggles of family members dealing with addiction. He emphasizes the importance of self-care and personal recovery in finding peace and understanding. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the power of compassion and the resilience required to navigate life alongside a loved one’s addiction. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or seeking to understand its impact on families, Kirkland's story offers valuable insights and hope.
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