Fellowship CR
Andy Petry and Julia Petry
160. Staying Connected During The Holidays
160. Staying Connected During The Holidays
160. Staying Connected During The Holidays
Tuesday 25th November 2025
Explore how Andy & Julia Petry tackle holiday sobriety challenges with personal stories, practical tools, and faith-based insights.
36 minutes
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Supportive
Hopeful
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Encouraging
About this podcast
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Fellowship CR
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Recognise and address unspoken family expectations during holidays.
- Set clear boundaries to protect your mental health.
- Identify personal triggers and plan responses ahead of time.
- Utilise community support for encouragement and accountability.
- Stay connected to yourself, God, and others for strength.
"Recovery has taught us and is teaching us that change is possible."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey during the festive season? This episode of Hope in Recovery brings Andy and Julia Petry to the forefront as they tackle the challenges of staying connected during the holidays. With a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights, they delve into the complexities of maintaining sobriety amidst family expectations and potential triggers.
Andy and Julia share their own experiences with anxiety, depression, and sexual addiction, offering listeners practical tools and powerful truths to inspire continued progress in recovery. The conversation touches on setting boundaries, recognising triggers, and the importance of community support, all while emphasising the strength found in faith and fellowship. You'll find yourself nodding along as they discuss the weight of unspoken expectations and the necessity of clear communication with loved ones.
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressures of holiday gatherings, this episode offers a comforting reminder that you're not alone and that healing is possible, one step at a time. So, are you ready to embrace the season with hope and resilience? Tune in to discover how you can stay connected to yourself, God, and others during this challenging yet rewarding time.