Episode 35 - Terry SmithEpisode 35 - Terry Smith
Life Recovery Today with Stephen Arterburn
Life Recovery Today with Stephen Arterburn
26:28•4 May 2023
Terry Smith's Story: From Enabling to Empowering through Recovery
Episode Overview
- Terry's realization of the harm caused by enabling behaviour
- Her journey from codependency to empowerment
- The impact of embracing life recovery principles
- Supporting her son's sobriety and her own recovery
- Unveiling the transformative potential of the 12-step program
“I thought about there was a lady ahead of me who shared the way I loved my son was killing him... While my son is using, I have a dog in this fight. I'm doing something as well that is causing this, creating this, getting in the way of this.”
When Terry Smith first attended a recovery meeting for her son's addiction, she had no idea it would change her life too. Realizing that her enabling behavior was actually harming her son, Terry embarked on her own journey of codependency recovery. In this episode, you'll hear how the 12-step program helped both Terry and her son, who is now 11 years sober.
Terry's story is a powerful reminder that recovery isn't just for the person with the addiction—it's for their loved ones too. She shares the tough choices she had to make and the strength she found in embracing life recovery principles. If you're struggling with similar challenges, Terry's experience offers hope and practical insights for finding your own path to healing.
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