Harnessing Trauma: Transforming Pain into Progress with Red Roof Recovery
Recovery doesn't take long, it doesn't take days. It takes a persistent willingness to exert consistent efforts to help yourself, and that just takes time and consistency, practice, patience and persistence.
Trauma can feel like an unwelcome passenger in your life's journey, but what if you could put it in the back seat? In this episode of the Red Roof Recovery Show, hosts Tanya and Lance share a wealth of tools and strategies to help you manage trauma and its aftermath.
With their signature blend of empathy and practical advice, they tackle how trauma often intertwines with addiction, offering ways to reclaim control over your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors through cognitive therapy. They explore the power of unconditional acceptance and effective communication in healing, making this episode a treasure trove for anyone seeking to overcome addiction and trauma. One standout exercise involves listing the benefits and costs of using versus not using substances, both in the short and long term.
This simple yet powerful tool can help you shift from the fear of missing out (FOMO) to the joy of moving on (JOMO). Tanya and Lance emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, staying mindful, and practicing self-love throughout your recovery journey. Whether you're in the thick of your own struggle or supporting someone else, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to help you move forward.
Tune in to discover how you can transform your pain into progress and take control of your recovery.