YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
EP. 71 Why your loved one can't "Just Stop"
EP. 71 Why your loved one can't "Just Stop"
EP. 71 Why your loved one can't "Just Stop"
Sunday 7th January 2024
Danny and Emily Deaton reveal why 'just stop' doesn't work in addiction and share tips on supporting loved ones in recovery.
37 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Understand the progressive nature of addiction and the impact of trauma
- Learn about the complexities within families affected by addiction
- Realize the importance of self-care and a healthy support system
- Discover the need for strategic and tactful intervention in helping loved ones
- Gain insights into the dynamics of addiction and the power of healthy influence
The very first step and the most critical step for you and your family to more effectively help your loved one... is coming to believe that they cannot and will not do this for themselves. - Danny Deaton
Why can't your loved one simply stop using? It's a question that plagues many families dealing with addiction. In this episode of the Your Living Proof Podcast, Danny and Emily Deaton tackle this very issue head-on. Drawing from Danny's personal battles with addiction, they unravel the complex reasons why quitting isn't as straightforward as it seems. Danny shares his own struggles, recounting numerous failed attempts to stop using, which only deepened his sense of hopelessness.
Together, Danny and Emily discuss how addiction is not just a bad habit but a progressive disease that takes hold of one's life. They explore the role of trauma, the insidious nature of addiction, and the intricate family dynamics that often accompany it. But it's not all doom and gloom. The Deatons also offer practical advice on how families can support their loved ones without losing themselves in the process.
They emphasize the importance of self-care and building a robust support system, showing that while you can't make someone stop, you can create an environment that fosters recovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the heartache and frustration of loving someone in active addiction. It's a raw, honest, and enlightening conversation that sheds light on the real challenges of addiction and offers hope for a path forward.