Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Navigating Parenthood & Family Life in Recovery with Sarah Allen Benton | The Way Out Podcast Episode 420
Navigating Parenthood & Family Life in Recovery with Sarah Allen Benton | The Way Out Podcast Episode 420
Navigating Parenthood & Family Life in Recovery with Sarah Allen Benton | The Way Out Podcast Episode 420
Sunday 20th October 2024
Sarah Allen Benton shares her journey of balancing sobriety with family life, offering insights and advice for parents in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Balancing sobriety with the demands of parenthood can be challenging but manageable.
- Recommitment is key to long-term recovery.
- Setting realistic expectations helps maintain sobriety.
- Small steps can lead to significant progress in recovery.
- Sarah's new book offers practical advice for sober parents.
If you don't take the first drink you won't get drunk.
Parenting is tough enough, but when you're in recovery, it can feel like you're juggling flaming swords. In this episode of The Way Out Podcast, Sarah Allen Benton, a seasoned therapist and author, joins hosts Charlie and Jason to share her journey of balancing sobriety with the demands of family life.
With over 20 years of sobriety under her belt, Sarah opens up about her early struggles with alcohol and how becoming a parent introduced new challenges to her recovery journey. Her candid discussion reveals the complexities of maintaining sobriety while raising a family, offering valuable insights for parents in similar situations. Sarah talks about the importance of setting realistic expectations, the necessity of recommitment, and how small steps can lead to significant progress.
She also touches on her new book, 'Parents in Recovery: Navigating a Sober Family Lifestyle,' which aims to fill a gap in recovery literature by providing practical advice and support for sober parents. If you're looking for a blend of heartfelt stories and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear how Sarah's experiences can help you navigate your own path to sobriety while managing the ups and downs of family life.