Amy LaRue
Amy LaRue
Episode #53 | Surviving Addiction | Amy & Darcie
Episode #53 | Surviving Addiction | Amy & Darcie
Episode #53 | Surviving Addiction | Amy & Darcie
Thursday 15th May 2025
Amy LaRue and Darcie Stevens share stories and strategies for overcoming addiction's challenges in this heartfelt episode.
40 minutes
Supportive
Encouraging
Honest
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Hopeful
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Amy LaRue
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Relapse doesn't define recovery; bad days are part of life.
- Community support is crucial for families affected by addiction.
- Set clear boundaries to protect your emotional well-being.
- Feel your emotions rather than suppressing them.
- Self-care is essential for those supporting loved ones in recovery.
"A bad day does not mean a relapse is happening. Everybody has bad days."
In this episode of Finding Hope, Amy LaRue sits down with Darcie Stevens to share their experiences and wisdom on surviving addiction. Amy, the Finding Hope Coordinator, brings her personal journey to the table, revealing the ups and downs of loving someone in recovery. With candid anecdotes and heartfelt stories, the duo tackles the fear of relapse head-on, offering a comforting reminder that bad days don't equate to a setback.
They discuss the importance of community support and how it can be a lifeline during challenging times. Darcie shares her own struggles and the lessons learned from her husband's relapses, underscoring the significance of setting boundaries and practising self-care. Together, they outline practical steps for handling relapses, emphasising the need to feel emotions and not bottle them up. Amy and Darcie's conversation is peppered with humour and warmth, making it relatable for anyone facing similar battles.
Whether you're supporting a loved one or navigating your own recovery journey, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of camaraderie. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain strength and hope from those who've walked the path before you.