Allies in Recovery
Allies in Recovery
Podcast #77 — How Considering 'Identity' Can Improve Things with Your Loved One with Addiction
Podcast #77 — How Considering 'Identity' Can Improve Things with Your Loved One with Addiction
Podcast #77 — How Considering 'Identity' Can Improve Things with Your Loved One with Addiction
Friday 25th June 2021
Explore how your identity affects your loved one's addiction and learn strategies for positive change on 'Coming Up for Air'.
35 minutes
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Empowering
Thought-provoking
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Allies in Recovery
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Reimagining Identity: A Fresh Perspective on Family and Addiction
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Ever felt like your identity is wrapped up in your loved one's addiction? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Coming Up for Air', hosts Dominique Simone-Levine, Lori McDougall, and Annie Highwater dive into how our sense of self can shape our responses to a family member's substance use. They discuss the often-overlooked concept of enmeshment, where you might find yourself so entangled in your loved one's struggles that you lose sight of your own feelings and needs.
They also touch on the misguided belief that it's your job to punish or create consequences for your loved one's actions, even when it's clear this approach isn't helping anyone. The episode sheds light on how clinging to certain roles or identities can blind us to the true dynamics at play, making it harder to foster positive change. Kayla's poignant remark, 'changing your identity is the scariest thing in the world', underscores the emotional weight of this transformation.
Yet, the hosts offer practical advice on self-soothing, embracing curiosity, and maintaining a positive mindset to navigate these challenges. By tuning in, you'll gain valuable insights into becoming a more effective ally for your loved one while also taking care of your own emotional well-being.