Supporting Loved Ones in Recovery: Holiday Tips from Jamie Fink
Let's find a new and healthier way to celebrate each other, to tell each other how much we love each other, and it doesn't always have to be done over mounds of sugar and gravy.
Picture this: the holiday season is here, filled with joy and celebrations, but for those in recovery, it can be a minefield of temptations and stress. In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', Mary Woods invites Jamie Fink, Chief Clinical Officer at Sierra Tucson, to share practical advice on how to support loved ones battling addiction during this festive time. Jamie dives into the importance of family education, continued care management, and unique therapies like equine therapy.
He also highlights the significance of mindfulness around food and alcohol, urging families to create new, healthier holiday traditions. By addressing resentments and making amends, Jamie explains how the holidays can become a time for growth and healing, rather than anxiety and relapse. Whether you're a friend or family member of someone in recovery, this episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate the holiday season with empathy and understanding.