The Castro Country Club
The Castro Country Club
Relationships in Recovery : Friends & Family w/ Leslie 🎙️ A Queer Recovery Podcast 🏳️🌈
Relationships in Recovery : Friends & Family w/ Leslie 🎙️ A Queer Recovery Podcast 🏳️🌈
Relationships in Recovery : Friends & Family w/ Leslie 🎙️ A Queer Recovery Podcast 🏳️🌈
Tuesday 6th August 2024
Anthony, LouiLou, and Leslie discuss maintaining friendships and family ties during recovery, offering heartfelt advice and personal stories.
Explicit
61 minutes
Compassionate
Supportive
Honest
Engaging
Hopeful
About this podcast
Author:
The Castro Country Club
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- The importance of setting boundaries with friends and family during recovery.
- Understanding the concept of 'families of choice' in the LGBTQ+ community.
- The humbling process of making amends and rebuilding relationships.
- The role of support systems in maintaining sobriety.
- Personal stories that highlight both challenges and successes in recovery.
You can't just get sober and apologise and think that everything's going to change now.
In this heartwarming episode of 'At The CCC', Anthony and LouiLou welcome Leslie to discuss the intricacies of maintaining relationships during recovery. Broadcasting from the Castro Country Club, a safe haven for the queer recovery community in San Francisco, the hosts dive into the often challenging dynamics between friends and family members when one is on the journey to sobriety. Leslie shares her experiences and wisdom, highlighting the importance of setting boundaries and fostering healthy connections.
The conversation also touches on the concept of 'families of choice', a vital support system within the LGBTQ+ community, especially for those who may not have supportive biological families. Anthony and LouiLou offer their personal anecdotes, from friendships lost to the humbling process of making amends. The episode is peppered with light-hearted banter, making it both informative and engaging. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights and a sense of camaraderie.
Tune in for an honest, compassionate discussion that underscores the significance of community and understanding in the recovery process.