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Episode 961: Explaining Alcoholism to Friends, Family & CoWorkers
Episode 961: Explaining Alcoholism to Friends, Family & CoWorkers
Episode 961: Explaining Alcoholism to Friends, Family & CoWorkers
Monday 3rd March 2025
Montyman and guests discuss the complexities of explaining alcoholism to friends, family, and coworkers, sharing personal stories and medical perspectives.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding alcoholism as a disease is crucial.
- Personal stories can help explain your journey.
- Support from loved ones is significant.
- Medical perspectives provide clarity on alcoholism.
- Surrender plays a key role in recovery.
"I needed something greater than Jeff the Bag Bottler Fix."
Explaining alcoholism to friends, family, and coworkers can be a tricky task. In this episode of Take 12 Recovery Radio, Monty Dale Meyer, affectionately known as the Montyman, is joined by special guests Jeff A. and Jack M., along with cohost Roger M., to tackle this challenging topic. The discussion is rich with personal stories of recovery and the hurdles faced in communicating the nature of alcoholism to those who might not understand it.
They emphasise the importance of understanding alcoholism as a disease and share their experiences of how they navigated these conversations in their own lives. The episode also touches on medical perspectives on alcoholism and the role of surrender in the journey of recovery. The guests highlight the crucial support from loved ones and the ongoing process of healing and accountability. With a blend of humour and heartfelt sharing, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone dealing with similar challenges.
So, if you've ever struggled with explaining your journey to those around you, this episode is a must-listen.