Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

Addiction and the Family

Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

  • Episode 13: A. S.: A Story of Finding Freedom

Episode 13: A. S.: A Story of Finding Freedom

Friday 29th January 2021

Join A.S. Edwards as she shares her journey from an alcoholic household to finding freedom and recovery on 'Addiction and the Family'.
50 minutes
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Addiction and the Family
Author:
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Breaking the Cycle: A.S. Edwards' Path to Recovery and Freedom

And if they are ready to recover and they're working towards it, then that's great, and maybe that's good, but if they're not, and if they're relapsing and lying and that sort of thing, then it's not something that you can control, it's something that they have to take control of.
Imagine growing up in a home shadowed by alcoholism, only to find yourself married to someone battling the same demons. This is the poignant reality for A.S. Edwards, the guest on this episode of 'Addiction and the Family'. A.S. opens up about her life's journey, marked by a repeating pattern of addiction within her family. She candidly discusses how she discovered her husband's addiction and how it propelled her into her own recovery journey. Through heartfelt storytelling, A.S.
shares the steps she's taken to break free from these destructive cycles. She talks about the support systems and fellowships that have been instrumental in her healing process, offering a beacon of hope for others in similar situations. Working on a memoir, A.S. reflects on the importance of feeling emotions and accepting what cannot be controlled. This episode is a raw and inspiring narrative of resilience, making it a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.