Julie Sanford
Julie Sanford
Episode 111: It's Not a Choice: What Addiction and Rehab Really Mean
Episode 111: It's Not a Choice: What Addiction and Rehab Really Mean
Episode 111: It's Not a Choice: What Addiction and Rehab Really Mean
Thursday 24th July 2025
Explore addiction's impact on choice and rehab in Episode 111 of 'Married to Addiction'. Find clarity and compassion with Julie Sanford's heartfelt insights.
18 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Addiction rewires the brain, impacting decision-making.
- Rehab is about entering a controlled environment, not just choosing sobriety.
- Setting boundaries is essential for protecting your peace.
- Understanding addiction as a disease can help release blame.
- Focus on healing and finding hope amidst chaos.
"Addiction literally rewires the brain, assigning survival-level importance to alcohol."
Episode 111 of 'Married to Addiction' takes you on a heartfelt journey through the complex world of addiction, specifically addressing the misconceptions around choice. Julie Sanford, the host, delves into the painful yet enlightening truth about addiction's impact on decision-making. You might find yourself asking why your loved one seems to choose alcohol over everything else. Julie explains that addiction rewires the brain, creating a survival-level dependence on alcohol that overrides willpower and rational decision-making.
The episode also sheds light on the often misunderstood concept of rehab. It's not simply about choosing sobriety; it's about entering an environment where alcohol isn't available, allowing the brain to heal and regain control. Julie's candid reflections on her husband's experience in rehab offer a raw and honest perspective that many can relate to. This episode is packed with advice for those navigating life with an alcoholic partner.
Julie urges listeners to protect their peace through boundaries and reminds them that addiction is a disease, not a choice. Her empathetic approach provides clarity and comfort, helping listeners release the burden of blame and shame. Whether you're struggling with feelings of inadequacy or trying to make sense of your partner's addiction, this episode offers a compassionate voice and practical guidance. It's a call to focus on healing, understanding, and finding hope amidst chaos.
Dive into this insightful conversation and discover how to find strength and clarity in the face of addiction.