Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis

The Recovered Life Show

Damon Frank

  • Rebuilding Trust in Sobriety with guest Carole Cullen, LMFT

Rebuilding Trust in Sobriety with guest Carole Cullen, LMFT

Monday 1st April 2024

Explore how to rebuild trust in sobriety with therapist Carole Cullen. Learn about honest communication, mutual effort, and healing relationships.
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The Recovered Life Show
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Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis
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Recovery Reimagined
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Rebuilding Trust in Sobriety with Carole Cullen

Episode Overview

  • Consistent, honest communication is key to rebuilding trust.
  • Mutual effort is essential for healing relationships.
  • Making amends requires balancing personal accountability with sensitivity.
  • Emotional vulnerability is necessary for genuine connection.
  • Effective communication tools can transform relationships.
Being honest with yourself and in your communication with others is crucial for rebuilding trust.
In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, hosts Damon Frank and Kristina Dennis welcome Carole Cullen, LMFT, to discuss the intricate process of rebuilding trust in sobriety. Carole, a seasoned therapist with over 20 years of experience, shares her expertise on how couples can mend broken trust after crises and betrayals. She emphasises the importance of consistent, honest communication and the mutual effort required to heal and strengthen relationships.
Carole's approach is not just about saving a relationship but potentially an entire family and future generations. Damon and Kristina also explore the concept of amends in recovery, highlighting the balance between personal accountability and not reopening old wounds. They delve into the emotional hurdles of vulnerability and the courage it takes to rebuild trust, even after repeated disappointments. The conversation is rich with practical advice and real-life anecdotes that make the topic relatable and engaging.
If you're navigating the complexities of trust in your recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps to help you move forward.