Jeff Jay & Debra Jay
Jeff Jay & Debra Jay
Section 1, Chapter 5: Enabling
Section 1, Chapter 5: Enabling
Section 1, Chapter 5: Enabling
Monday 25th March 2019
Understand enabling in addiction with Jeff Jay. Learn about innocent and desperate enabling, and the importance of detachment and intervention.
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Free: Understanding Enabling in Addiction Recovery
Enabling is a word that we hear bandied about quite a bit, and it's important to understand exactly how it works.
Imagine thinking your loved one is just going through a rough patch, only to realize later that it's much more serious. In this episode of the Intervention Workshop, Jeff Jay dives into the often misunderstood concept of enabling and its role in addiction. He breaks down 'innocent enabling', where families believe their loved one will outgrow their issues, and 'desperate enabling', which happens when families grasp the severity of the addiction but try to mitigate consequences in harmful ways.
Jeff's insights come from personal experience and his expertise in the Love First model of intervention. He explains how well-meaning actions can unintentionally help addiction thrive by removing the natural consequences of the addict's behavior. This episode isn't just about identifying the problem; it’s about offering a solution. Jeff emphasizes the importance of detachment and spiritual transformation in breaking free from enabling behaviors.
Instead of being consumed by anxiety over immediate outcomes, families are encouraged to act according to their values and trust the process. Drawing from his own journey, Jeff shares how creating an intervention team and writing heartfelt letters can pave the way for recovery. The episode is a blend of practical advice and emotional support, aiming to guide families through the challenging but essential steps toward recovery.
Whether you're directly affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and hope.