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Wednesday 1st January 2020
Join Dave on Steppin' Out Radio as he shares his journey through love addiction and the role of support groups in his recovery.
36 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Dave's Path to Overcoming Love Addiction
I was a very good athlete and what I think I've learned in recovery is this need for perfectionism, okay, which certainly has caused me problems in my life and has led to my love addiction.
Ever felt like you’re constantly chasing love but never quite catching it? That’s the crux of Dave’s story. Growing up in an upper-middle-class family with high-achieving parents, Dave was always under pressure to excel. His father’s drive for success translated into a need for control in Dave's life, which eventually morphed into a love addiction. Despite having a loving family, Dave struggled to form healthy relationships, feeling perpetually unfulfilled and disconnected.
In this episode of Steppin' Out Radio, Dave opens up about his journey through love addiction and the challenges he faced along the way. He candidly discusses how therapy alone wasn’t enough to help him break free from his addictive patterns. It was through the support of Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA), a 12-step program, that Dave found a community that truly understood his struggles.
This supportive network played a crucial role in his recovery, offering him the empathy and guidance he needed. The episode underscores the vital role of support groups in addiction recovery. Dave’s story is a testament to the power of community and the importance of focusing on progress rather than perfection. Whether you’re grappling with addiction yourself or know someone who is, Dave’s journey offers valuable insights and hope.
Tune in to hear how he navigated his path to recovery and found a way to reclaim control over his life.