POP Buchanan
POP Buchanan
Understanding Codependency and Addiction with Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyD
Understanding Codependency and Addiction with Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyD
Understanding Codependency and Addiction with Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyD
Wednesday 25th October 2023
Join Dr. Sarah Michaud on 'Sober is Dope' as she shares her journey and insights into the complex relationship between addiction and codependency.
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50 minutes
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POP Buchanan
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Codependency and addiction are deeply intertwined, with profound effects on relationships and self-worth.
- Healing from codependency involves rationalizing behaviors, setting boundaries, and prioritizing personal wellbeing.
- Focusing on facts and self-assessment can provide clarity in navigating toxic or codependent relationships.
- Understanding the impact of toxic relationships and the importance of prioritizing one's mental and emotional health.
- Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyD, offers valuable insights and practical tools for addressing codependency and supporting addiction recovery.
When you stay within a toxic relationship or codependent relationship that doesn't serve you, you abandon yourself.
What happens when addiction and codependency collide? In this episode of the 'Sober is Dope' podcast, POP Buchanan sits down with Dr. Sarah Michaud, a clinical psychologist with over thirty years of experience, to untangle this complex web. Dr. Michaud's journey is deeply personal—growing up in an alcoholic household, battling her own addictions, and marrying two recovering addicts. Her unique perspective and expertise offer a lifeline to those grappling with similar struggles.
She dives into the intricate dance between addiction and codependency, providing practical advice and heartfelt wisdom drawn from her own life and professional practice. Whether you're dealing with addiction yourself or supporting a loved one, Dr. Michaud's insights on setting boundaries and prioritizing well-being are invaluable. Tune in for a conversation that promises to shed light on the path to recovery and self-discovery.