Allies in Recovery
Allies in Recovery
When You Think CRAFT Communication Won't Work
When You Think CRAFT Communication Won't Work
When You Think CRAFT Communication Won't Work
Friday 9th August 2024
Explore how CRAFT communication can help in high-stakes situations. Learn practical advice and heartfelt stories from families facing addiction.
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Episode Overview
- CRAFT communication can be effective even in high-stakes situations.
- Safety assessments are crucial before engaging in communication.
- Adjust your communication style based on the level of risk.
- Listening with genuine curiosity and empathy is key.
- Setting personal boundaries is essential for both you and your loved one.
When people are in danger, they're still looking for a connection. Hold out the connection no matter what is going on
In this episode of Coming Up for Air, hosts Laurie McDougall, Kayla Solomon, and Dominique Simone Levine tackle the challenging question: can CRAFT communication work when the stakes are high? They share real-life examples and personal experiences to illustrate how these communication techniques can still be effective even in the most stressful situations.
Laurie recounts how many families feel that CRAFT skills are impractical when danger feels imminent, but she argues that these methods are proven and can indeed work under pressure. The hosts discuss the importance of safety assessments and how to adjust communication strategies based on the level of risk involved. Kayla shares an anecdote about a father desperate to get his daughter into immediate treatment, highlighting the tension between urgency and the need for measured, compassionate communication.
Dominique emphasises that effective communication is not about saying different things but saying things differently. The hosts stress that it's crucial to listen with genuine curiosity and empathy, rather than trying to impose one's own thoughts. They also touch on the importance of self-reflection and setting personal boundaries, explaining that these steps are not selfish but essential for both the individual and their loved one.
With a mix of practical advice and heartfelt stories, this episode encourages you to give CRAFT communication a try, even when it feels most difficult. Could this approach help you build a stronger connection with your loved one? Tune in to find out.