Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis
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Relapse After Long Term Sobriety
Relapse After Long Term Sobriety
Relapse After Long Term Sobriety
Saturday 17th June 2023
Tune in as Shauna McKenna Vick discusses relapse after long-term sobriety, sharing tips on recognizing prelapse signs and reclaiming recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Relapse Realities: Shauna McKenna Vick on Long-Term Sobriety Struggles
Episode Overview
- Shauna McKenna Vick shares her experience and insights on relapsing after long-term sobriety
- The episode emphasizes the importance of identifying pre-lapse symptoms and seeking continuous support
- Shauna's journey serves as a poignant reminder that long-term sobriety is not immune to unforeseen challenges
- Her narrative reflects resilience and courage required for sustained recovery
- Shauna's unwavering determination offers solace and a beacon of hope for those grappling with similar challenges
I think there's a myth about long-term sobriety as if, you know, one, it's not the struggle day to day that it is the first year, right?... There's a lot of people that have long-term recovery and there's not much more, there's not a focus on them, right? Once you get five years, I find it's like, there's not a lot of focus on you.
Relapse after years of sobriety can feel like a crushing setback, but it doesn't have to define your journey. In this eye-opening episode of 'The Recovered Life Show', hosts Damon Frank and Kristina Dennis welcome Shauna McKenna Vick, a seasoned recovery contributor and interventionist. Shauna bravely opens up about her own relapse after long-term sobriety, offering a raw and relatable account of the challenges she faced.
She dives into the concept of 'prelapse'—the subtle warning signs that can precede a full-blown relapse—and shares practical tips on how to recognize and address them before they spiral out of control. This episode isn't just about the struggle; it's about the resilience and strength needed to bounce back. Shauna's story serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is an ongoing process, one that requires continuous support and vigilance.
Whether you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting a loved one, Shauna's insights provide valuable tools and hope for the journey ahead.