DeAnn Knighton
DeAnn Knighton
the attachment and loss episode (feat. pet love and sobriety)
the attachment and loss episode (feat. pet love and sobriety)
the attachment and loss episode (feat. pet love and sobriety)
Wednesday 22nd March 2023
Join DeAnn Knighton on 'Show Up and Stay' as she discusses the emotional impact of pet loss on sobriety and the healing power of attachment.
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36 minutes
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Empowering
Healing
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DeAnn Knighton
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Pet Loss: A Journey of Attachment and Sobriety
I allowed his observations, along with the comments about my extraordinary talent of parking my vehicle perfectly diagonal between the two parallel lines. I listened to his story with a sense of self-satisfaction, like I know something he doesn't.
Losing a pet can feel like losing a part of yourself, especially when you're on the path to sobriety. In this touching episode of 'Show Up and Stay', host DeAnn Knighton opens up about her personal struggles with pet loss and its impact on her journey to sustainable recovery. Inspired by a panic attack triggered while watching 'Marley and Me', DeAnn dives deep into how our attachments to pets shape our emotional landscape, particularly in the context of addiction recovery.
She discusses disenfranchised grief, a term for the often unrecognized sorrow we feel when we lose a pet, and emphasizes the importance of honoring these emotions to heal fully. With references to scientific studies and heartfelt anecdotes, DeAnn explores how pets like her beloved French bulldog Ripley provided comfort and motivation during her darkest times.
The episode is a poignant reminder that showing up for those we love, including our furry friends, is a crucial step in overcoming fear and building lasting, meaningful relationships. If you've ever felt the sting of pet loss or are navigating the complexities of sobriety, this episode offers both solace and inspiration.