Margaret Swift Thompson
Margaret Swift Thompson
Ep 87 - Madeleine and Harry, Mother and Son. Two Sides of The Same Disease of Addiction..
Ep 87 - Madeleine and Harry, Mother and Son. Two Sides of The Same Disease of Addiction..
Ep 87 - Madeleine and Harry, Mother and Son. Two Sides of The Same Disease of Addiction..
Monday 31st January 2022
Join Madeleine Dean and Harry Cunnane on 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast' as they share their powerful story of addiction and recovery.
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Margaret Swift Thompson
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!A Family's Battle: Madeleine and Harry's Story of Addiction and Recovery
The language I use with families to try and help them understand this baffling disease is: we have to learn to separate the person from the disease.
Ever felt like you're fighting a battle on two fronts when dealing with addiction in the family? This episode of 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast' might resonate deeply with you. Host Margaret Swift Thompson sits down with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and her son, Harry Cunnane, to share their poignant journey through addiction and recovery.
The duo co-authored 'Under Our Roof, A Son's Battle for Recovery, A Mother's Battle for Her Son', a book that dives into the intertwined paths of an addicted individual and their family members. In this heartfelt conversation, Madeleine and Harry open up about their struggles, triumphs, and the mutual love that helped them navigate the turbulent waters of addiction. They discuss the emotional rollercoaster of writing their book together and the therapeutic power of sharing their story.
You'll hear about the importance of separating the person from the disease, a crucial perspective for anyone grappling with a loved one's addiction. Margaret guides the discussion with empathy and expertise, highlighting the significance of community and support in the recovery process. Madeleine and Harry's story is a testament to the resilience of families and the healing power of hope.
Whether you're a parent, sibling, or friend of someone battling addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and strategies to help you cope and even thrive. So, grab a cup of coffee and join Margaret, Madeleine, and Harry for a conversation that's as enlightening as it is comforting. It's not just about surviving addiction; it's about finding ways to reclaim your life and support your loved ones through their recovery journey.