Episode 353- I didn’t cause it, I can’t cure it, I can’t control itEpisode 353- I didn’t cause it, I can’t cure it, I can’t control it
Busy Living Sober with Host Elizabeth Chance
Elizabeth Chance discusses loving someone with addiction, focusing on acceptance and self-care.
39:44•21 Jun 2023
Loving an Addict: Embracing Acceptance and Self-Care with Elizabeth Chance
Episode Overview
- The episode explores the emotions experienced by those who love someone struggling with addiction
- Elizabeth Chance shares her personal struggles and experiences with honesty and vulnerability
- Listeners gain insights into the challenges of loving someone who battles addiction
- The episode discusses the journey towards acceptance and self-care for loved ones
- The episode offers a heartfelt reminder that while you can't control or cure someone else's addiction, you can take care of yourself and find hope
“What if you changed that fear and said, 'It's going to work out the way it's supposed to?' I'm going to hope for the best and I'm going to let go. How does that feel? Can you control it? You didn't cause it. You can't fix it. You pray to whoever it is that you personally, a loved one has. That might be going to church after church, after church and lighting candle after candle, after candle, getting on your knees and praying and just saying, 'I'm going to let go. And I'm going to trust.'”
What do you do when someone you love is caught in the grip of addiction? In this episode of 'The Elizabeth Chance Show', Elizabeth opens up about the rollercoaster of emotions that come with loving an addict. Drawing from her own life, she offers a candid look at the powerlessness, heartache, and the difficult path to acceptance. Elizabeth’s honesty and empathy shine as she shares how she learned to prioritize her own well-being amidst the chaos.
This episode is a poignant reminder that while you can’t control or cure your loved one’s addiction, you can find strength and hope by taking care of yourself. Perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed by a loved one’s addiction, this conversation is both a comforting hug and a gentle nudge towards self-care.
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