YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
Episode 104:Surviving Summer: How to Navigate Family Events with an Addicted Loved One
Episode 104:Surviving Summer: How to Navigate Family Events with an Addicted Loved One
Episode 104:Surviving Summer: How to Navigate Family Events with an Addicted Loved One
Saturday 14th June 2025
Navigate family events with an addicted loved one using practical strategies from Danny and Emily Deaton.
40 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Summer gatherings can be stressful with an addicted loved one.
- Setting boundaries is crucial for protecting yourself and your family.
- Understanding addiction's impact on family dynamics is key.
- Support and compassion can help navigate tough family situations.
- Families can play a vital role in addiction recovery.
None of these decisions, boundaries, or actions that you're taking are to your loved one. They are to the disease that they have.
Summer's supposed to be about sunshine and family fun, but what happens when you've got a loved one battling addiction? Danny and Emily Deaton, the dynamic duo behind Your Living Proof Podcast, dive into this very dilemma. With personal tales of addiction and recovery, they offer heartfelt advice on how to handle family events without losing yourself. From weddings to reunions, these gatherings can be tricky when addiction is in the mix.
Danny and Emily don't sugarcoat the challenges – they're all too familiar with the chaos addiction can bring. They share strategies for setting boundaries that protect both you and your loved ones, even if it means making tough calls like excluding someone from a family event. Their approach is both compassionate and realistic, acknowledging the emotional turmoil families face while encouraging them to stand firm against the disease.
The episode is a beacon for those feeling lost, offering support and understanding in a world where addiction often leaves families isolated. If you're wondering how to balance family obligations with the reality of addiction, this episode might just be your lifeline.