The Next Step with Brad and Jay
The Next Step with Brad and Jay
The next step pod 1.9 Step 9
The next step pod 1.9 Step 9
The next step pod 1.9 Step 9
Monday 2nd January 2017
Join Brad and Jay on 'The Next Step Podcast' as they explore Step 9 and how to stop enabling addicts. Gain practical advice and insights.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Are You Helping or Hurting? Understanding Step 9 and Enabling Behaviors
If you're dealing with an addict and you're enabling, I promise you, when they say I'm not gonna go to the meeting but I'll go on Tuesday, that Tuesday never comes.
Ever found yourself wondering if your support is actually aiding an addict in your life? In this episode of 'The Next Step Podcast', Brad and Jay tackle this very dilemma by diving into Step 9 of the 12-step recovery program. They break down the tricky terrain of enabling behaviors, offering a candid look at how loved ones might unintentionally hinder an addict's recovery.
Jay shares his personal journey with addiction, revealing how he navigated the pitfalls of enabling and found a path to sobriety. Brad chips in with practical tips on setting healthy boundaries and making commitments that truly support recovery. They also touch on some church news and reflect on positive cultural shifts that aid in the healing process.
One standout moment comes when Jay points out, 'If you're dealing with an addict and you're enabling, I promise you, when they say I'm not gonna go to the meeting but I'll go on Tuesday, that Tuesday never comes'. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the fine line between helping and hurting in the context of addiction recovery.
Whether you're directly affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.