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Episode 109: What If They Die? Facing the Fear Beneath Every Sleepless Night
Episode 109: What If They Die? Facing the Fear Beneath Every Sleepless Night
Episode 109: What If They Die? Facing the Fear Beneath Every Sleepless Night
Monday 8th September 2025
Danny and Emily Deaton discuss facing the fear of losing a loved one to addiction with tools for anticipatory grief and letting go of responsibility.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise what you can and cannot control.
- Practice anticipatory grief without letting it rule your life.
- Set boundaries while maintaining love and support.
- Seek support from groups like Al-Anon or ARP.
- Unify the family approach to tackle addiction together.
"Letting go of responsibility doesn’t mean letting go of love."
What drives someone to confront the fear of losing a loved one to addiction? Episode 109 of Your Living Proof Podcast dives into this heart-wrenching topic, as Danny and Emily Deaton share their experiences and insights. The couple opens up about the silent fear lurking in every family affected by addiction: "What if they die?" This episode provides listeners with tools to face this fear head-on, emphasising the importance of recognising what can and cannot be controlled.
Danny and Emily discuss anticipatory grief and how to manage it without letting it dictate your life. They offer practical advice on how to let go of responsibility while maintaining love and support for the addicted individual. With a mix of raw honesty and faith-filled perspective, the Deatons aim to empower families to take actionable steps toward healing. You'll find yourself nodding along as they discuss the importance of setting boundaries, seeking support, and practising self-care.
They also highlight the significance of a unified family approach to tackle addiction's challenges together. This episode is not just about confronting fear but also about finding strength in unity and understanding. It’s a powerful reminder that while you can't control everything, you can choose how you respond to fear. So, are you ready to face your deepest fears and take steps toward healing? Dive into this episode for an honest conversation that might just change your perspective.