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Detachment with love – Episode 188
Detachment with love – Episode 188
Detachment with love – Episode 188
Tuesday 31st January 2017
Explore 'detachment with love' in Al-Anon's 12-step recovery. Find serenity and freedom from addiction's chaos in this episode of The Recovery Show.
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Get the buttons here!Mastering Detachment with Love: A Path to Peace in Al-Anon Recovery
I could find forgiveness and I could have serenity and happiness, as I said before. So a lot of times we get sucked into this thing, aka butter slicing.
Ever feel like you're constantly caught up in the whirlwind of someone else's addiction? This episode of The Recovery Show takes a deep dive into the concept of 'detachment with love'—a key principle in Al-Anon's 12-step recovery program. The hosts kick things off with a poignant reading from an Al-Anon flyer on detachment, sparking a thoughtful discussion on what this idea truly means and how it can transform your life.
One host shares his initial confusion, thinking detachment meant cold separation, but he soon realized it's about emotional independence while still caring deeply. The conversation reveals how detachment with love isn't about shutting people out but rather about letting go of the need to control or fix them. It's about focusing on your own well-being and finding peace amid the chaos. Another host highlights the difference between detachment and distancing. Detachment with love is about emotional boundaries, not physical ones.
It’s a way to stop taking the addict's behavior personally and to understand that their actions are driven by their disease, not by a choice to hurt you. The episode also delves into the power of letting go of outcomes. This means accepting that you can't control the addict's journey and instead, you can focus on your own recovery. By practicing detachment with love, you learn to forgive, understand, and ultimately find serenity despite the ongoing struggles around you.
If you've ever struggled with the chaos of loving someone with an addiction, this episode offers practical advice and heartfelt stories that can help you find your own path to peace.