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S6E4 What Does it Take to Finally be FREE from Addictions?!
S6E4 What Does it Take to Finally be FREE from Addictions?!
S6E4 What Does it Take to Finally be FREE from Addictions?!
Wednesday 10th July 2024
Join Tanya and Lance as they share their 30-year journey through addiction and recovery, highlighting the importance of acceptance and evidence-based approaches.
29 minutes
Honest
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
Raw
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Acceptance is crucial in supporting a loved one through addiction.
- SMART Recovery offers an evidence-based alternative to traditional 12-step programs.
- Addiction is often misunderstood as a character defect rather than a biological vulnerability.
- Societal norms can mask the severity of addiction.
- Finding a recovery approach that resonates personally is key.
Addiction is not a character defect; it's a biological vulnerability.
Tanya and Lance take you on a heartfelt journey through their 30+ years of marriage, shedding light on the trials and triumphs of battling addiction together. Tanya's candid recounting of her downward spiral into drug and alcohol addiction, especially after moving to Spain in 2007, paints a vivid picture of the struggles faced by many. Her story is a powerful testament to hitting 'rock bottom' and the relentless pursuit of recovery.
After years of relapses within the 12-step programs, Tanya found her path to freedom through SMART Recovery, an evidence-based program that focuses on cognitive therapies. Lance shares his perspective on acceptance, a crucial element in supporting a loved one through addiction. He discusses the challenges of living with someone in active addiction and the realisation that he couldn't control Tanya's actions, only his own responses.
The couple also touches on the broader societal issues surrounding addiction, including the stigma and inadequate recovery models that persist despite their ineffectiveness for many. They highlight the importance of finding a recovery approach that resonates personally, as Tanya did with SMART Recovery. This episode is not just about addiction; it's about resilience, unconditional love, and the ongoing journey towards a healthier life.
Tune in for an honest, raw, and ultimately hopeful discussion that might just provide the insight or encouragement you need.