Building Stronger Bonds: Relationships in Addiction and Recovery
The quality of a relationship is in direct ratio to the quality of the selves entering into that relationship. People who can be happy and whole when alone are best prepared for being with others. - Thomas Howard
Ever felt like you're losing yourself in the chaos of addiction? In this episode of the '3-21 NoKiddin' Gambling Addiction Recovery Podcast', Bobbie the Awesome dives deep into the complex world of relationships during and after addiction. Bobbie's got some heartfelt advice: before you can truly connect with others, you've got to reconnect with yourself. Think of it like the oxygen mask on an airplane – you need to secure your own mask first before helping others.
Bobbie shares her personal journey and reflections on how self-care and understanding your own needs are crucial steps before diving into new relationships. She emphasizes the importance of mourning the loss of addiction to rediscover who you really are and what you truly want in life. And if you're into spiritual signs, Bobbie also touches on the concept of angel numbers and their role in spiritual awakening.
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone navigating the tricky waters of relationships while battling or recovering from addiction.