022: Using EAR to Communicate

022: Using EAR to Communicate

Red Roof Recovery show

Communication has the power to polarize and the power to connect -- and how we choose to use communication can determine the quality of our life, the quality of our relationships, and the quality of our recovery from addictions!

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30:0023 May 2022

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Mastering Communication for a Stronger Recovery: Insights from Red Roof Recovery

Communication has the power to polarize and the power to connect -- and how we choose to use communication can determine the quality of our life, the quality of our relationships, and the quality of our recovery from addictions!

How we communicate can make or break our recovery journey. In this episode of the Red Roof Recovery Show, Tanya and Lance unpack the profound impact of communication on addiction recovery. They dive into the pitfalls of negative thinking, like personalization and mind reading, which can derail progress. Instead, they champion the EAR method—Express, Assert, Reinforce—as a game-changer for fostering healthier relationships and a more robust recovery.

The hosts offer practical tips to help you communicate more effectively, emphasizing empathy and active listening. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable tools to enhance your communication skills and strengthen your path to healing.

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