Exploring Love in Recovery: Platonic, Romantic, and Community Connections
Episode Overview
The different types of love – platonic, romantic, and community – are all important in recovery. Sobriety can change your perspective on relationships and self-worth. Maintaining friendships with those still using substances can be challenging. Surrounding yourself with a supportive sober community is crucial. Understanding and compassion towards oneself and others are key in recovery.
Love is hard, but love is easy too.
Love is a complex and multifaceted topic, and in this episode of 'At The CCC', Anthony and LouiLou tackle it head-on. From the Castro Country Club in San Francisco, they dive into the different kinds of love that play a significant role in recovery – platonic love, romantic love, and love for the community. They share personal stories and experiences, making the discussion relatable and engaging for anyone on their recovery journey.
Anthony and LouiLou explore how sobriety has changed their perspectives on love, relationships, and self-worth. They touch on the challenges of maintaining connections with friends who are still using substances and the importance of surrounding oneself with a supportive sober community. Their candid conversation highlights the value of understanding and compassion, both towards oneself and others. They also discuss how their understanding of love has evolved since getting sober, emphasizing the importance of self-love and healthy boundaries.
With humour and honesty, they offer insights into how love can be both challenging and rewarding in recovery. If you're looking for a heartfelt and thought-provoking discussion about love in its many forms, this episode is a must-listen.