Andrea Williams, LPC, CPCS
Andrea Williams, LPC, CPCS
We are powerless over addiction
We are powerless over addiction
We are powerless over addiction
Monday 17th January 2022
Andrea Williams explores the principles of powerlessness and unmanageability in addiction recovery, offering hope and practical steps to reclaim your life.
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Andrea Williams, LPC, CPCS
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength in Surrender: The Power of Acceptance in Addiction Recovery
Understanding that addiction is a disease is the first step in admitting our powerlessness, and that's a huge one... You may become angry or hurt, or blame yourself for it, or try to control or hide it. But once we're really able to understand the disease model and we know that we didn't cause this as much as the addict didn't cause it and we can't control it, just like they can't control it, we can really lean into that powerlessness idea.
What if the key to reclaiming your life from addiction lies in accepting your powerlessness over it? In this compelling episode of 'Grace Through Recovery', Andrea Williams, LPC, CPCS, dives deep into the principles of powerlessness and unmanageability that form the foundation of Step 1 in addiction recovery. Andrea brings a wealth of professional and personal experience to the table, shedding light on how these concepts can help both individuals struggling with addiction and their loved ones.
By recognizing that addiction is a disease that affects everyone involved, listeners are encouraged to focus on what they can control: their own actions and responses. Andrea's empathetic approach makes complex ideas accessible, as she underscores the importance of self-care and identifying signs of unmanageability in daily life. She shares practical tips on how to take responsibility for one's own well-being, regardless of whether the addicted loved one continues using or not.
This episode is a beacon for anyone feeling overwhelmed by addiction's impact, offering hope and actionable steps to reclaim joy and serenity. Tune in to learn how embracing powerlessness can actually empower you to live a more manageable and fulfilling life.