Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
SHAIR 126: “Addiction and Co-dependency” with Lizzie Edwards, what to do when your partner is an addict
SHAIR 126: “Addiction and Co-dependency” with Lizzie Edwards, what to do when your partner is an addict
SHAIR 126: “Addiction and Co-dependency” with Lizzie Edwards, what to do when your partner is an addict
Tuesday 11th July 2017
Lizzie Edwards opens up about supporting a partner through addiction, stressing boundaries, self-care, and support on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast.
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118 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Balancing Love and Addiction: Lizzie Edwards' Journey on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast
I'm just a garden variety drug addict who's coming up on Years clean, who's put his wife through a living hell, who did all the work that I needed to do, has done the steps, has sponsored guys, has done service, you know, has had this conversation a gazillion times.
What happens when the person you love is battling addiction? Lizzie Edwards dives deep into this tough reality on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast. Facing the challenge of supporting a partner through rehab, she shares her raw and real experiences, shedding light on the difficult questions partners often grapple with. Are you ready to put your life on hold? Can you establish firm boundaries and stick to them? Lizzie doesn't sugarcoat the journey.
She talks about the necessity of attending support groups like CODA and ALANON, and the importance of self-care amidst the chaos. Her story is a candid reflection on how addiction impacts relationships and the hard decisions one must make. If you're dealing with a loved one's addiction, this episode offers a mix of empathy, practical advice, and hope for healing and growth.