Doug B.   ACA speaker

Doug B. ACA speaker

Recovery Radio Network

San Diego 1989

InspiringHonestSupportiveHopefulRaw

54:3413 Feb 2012

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Doug B.: Overcoming Family Addiction and Finding Strength

Episode Overview

  • Doug B. shares his personal journey as an adult child of an alcoholic.
  • He highlights the importance of setting boundaries in recovery.
  • Doug discusses the impact of addiction on younger family members.
  • He reflects on the role of faith in his recovery process.
  • The episode emphasises emotional resilience and personal growth.
My recovery is about not having my life controlled by their choices.

Doug B. takes the stage in this heartfelt episode of Recovery Radio Network, sharing his journey as an adult child of an alcoholic. Growing up in a family riddled with addiction and mental illness, Doug's story is both raw and uplifting. He recounts his experiences from childhood to adulthood, highlighting the struggles and triumphs that come with recovery. From his father’s ongoing battle with alcoholism to his own realisations about co-dependency, Doug’s narrative is a testament to resilience and hope.

His reflections on a recent trip back to Minnesota for Christmas are particularly poignant, revealing the deep-seated patterns of denial and dysfunction in his family. Despite the challenges, Doug finds strength in his recovery program and his faith, emphasising the importance of setting boundaries and focusing on personal growth. He also touches on the impact of these issues on the younger generation, expressing his commitment to being a positive influence for his nieces and nephews.

Doug’s candid storytelling offers valuable insights for anyone dealing with similar struggles, making this episode a must-listen for those on their own path to recovery.

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