Jeff Jay & Debra Jay

Intervention Workshop

Jeff Jay & Debra Jay

  • Section 1, Chapter 7: Power of the Group

Section 1, Chapter 7: Power of the Group

Saturday 23rd March 2019

Discover how group intervention can transform addiction recovery. Jeff and Debra Jay discuss unity, love, and dignity in Chapter 7 of their workshop.
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Intervention Workshop
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Jeff Jay & Debra Jay
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Harnessing Group Strength: Chapter 7 of the Love First Intervention Workshop

When family and friends come together in a serious learning, training, and rehearsal process, they become a powerful force for good in their loved one's life. In fact, family and friends are the perfect group, as they have the best intentions and the power of love.
Why does talking one-on-one often feel like hitting a brick wall when trying to help someone with a substance use disorder? Jeff and Debra Jay, in Chapter 7 of the Love First Intervention Workshop, unravel this mystery. They explain how addicted individuals can manipulate and divide loved ones by telling different stories to different people, creating chaos and confusion. This episode shines a light on the transformative power of group intervention.
When family and friends come together, united by love and a common goal, they become an unstoppable force for good. The Jays emphasize that group therapy can be more impactful than individual sessions, as it breaks through the isolating nature of addiction. By standing together, families and friends can present a united front, making it harder for their loved one to play the blame game or pit them against each other.
The episode also underscores the importance of treatment readiness and creating a compassionate space for grace during the intervention process. The Jays stress that love must be rooted in truth and honesty, preserving the dignity of the person struggling with addiction. This chapter offers a comprehensive guide to forming a powerful intervention team, showing how unity and love can pave the way to recovery.