Kevin Petersen
Kevin Petersen
S4 Episode 8: Family Matters with Jay Staples
S4 Episode 8: Family Matters with Jay Staples
S4 Episode 8: Family Matters with Jay Staples
Wednesday 29th March 2023
Kevin Petersen and Jay Staples tackle family support, enabling behaviors, and the role of pets in addiction recovery on 'The Chronic Hope Podcast'.
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Kevin Petersen
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Enabling is doing something for someone that they're capable of doing for themselves. But why should he do it for himself when you'll do it for him? If nothing changes, nothing changes, you know.
Family relationships can be a tricky landscape, especially when addiction is involved. In this episode of 'The Chronic Hope Podcast', hosts Kevin Petersen and Jay Staples dive into some of the most challenging questions families face when dealing with addiction. They stress the importance of family support in recovery, emphasizing that addiction is a disease that often takes hold long before the first drink or drug is consumed.
Accountability remains crucial, but understanding the nature of addiction helps in providing the right kind of support. One standout moment in the episode is the discussion on enabling behaviors. Petersen advises families to stop doing things for their loved ones that they can do themselves, such as paying bills or covering other expenses. This only reinforces dependence and hinders recovery.
He also debunks the myth that hitting rock bottom is necessary for change, asserting that proactive steps can lead to recovery much sooner. The hosts also explore the therapeutic benefits of pets in addiction recovery. Petersen shares his experiences using pets in therapy, noting their unique ability to offer comfort and companionship. However, he clarifies that even pets have their limitations and cannot provide unconditional love in the way many people believe.
The episode wraps up with a call for listeners to keep their questions coming and to tune in every Monday evening for more advice on navigating family-related challenges in addiction recovery. 'The Chronic Hope Podcast' continues to be a valuable resource for families seeking guidance and support in these tough times.