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  • Controlling Behavior – Episode 207

Controlling Behavior – Episode 207

Tuesday 27th June 2017

Discover how to let go of controlling behavior and embrace acceptance in 12-step recovery with insights from The Recovery Show.
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Breaking Free from Control: Embracing Acceptance in 12-Step Recovery

What would happen if I stopped trying to change the alcoholic or anyone else? You're wrong if you think that I'll be just like you.
Do you often find yourself trying to control a loved one's drinking or behavior? In this episode of The Recovery Show, the host delves into the tricky terrain of controlling behavior and its consequences. Through personal anecdotes and the wisdom of the 12-step program, the episode explores how attempts to control others can backfire, leading to frustration and strained relationships.
The host, who has recently started working the steps with an AWOL (A Way Of Life) group, shares insights from their journey, emphasizing the importance of acceptance and letting go. Guests also chime in with their experiences, offering advice on setting healthy boundaries and expressing needs without trying to change others.
The episode wraps up with a discussion on the role of music in recovery and a gentle reminder about the costs of producing the show, inviting listeners to support the program. Tune in for a heartfelt and enlightening conversation that might just change how you approach your relationships.
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