Episode 72: The Year in Recovery 2025Episode 72: The Year in Recovery 2025
Addiction and the Family
We look at some of the highlights of recovery in 2025, as well as some of the challenges of the holiday season for ourselves and some of our previous guests.
55:44•26 Dec 2025
Reflecting on Recovery: A Year of Growth and Challenges
Episode Overview
- Recovery is a continuous journey filled with personal growth.
- The holiday season can pose unique challenges for those in recovery.
- Family dynamics play a crucial role in addiction and recovery.
- Community support is vital for maintaining sobriety.
- Embracing change can lead to new beginnings and hope.
“"Recovery offers this opportunity to finish the business... our lives don't have to look that way."”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of 'Addiction and the Family' offers a heartfelt reflection on the year 2025, diving into the ups and downs of recovery and the holiday season's unique challenges. Casey and Kira Arrillaga are joined by special guest Robyn Scott, who shares her own experiences of recovery, likening her journey to renovating an old farmhouse—full of unexpected twists, yet filled with hope and new beginnings.
Robyn's vivid metaphors connect the process of recovery to home renovations, bringing light into dark places and reworking old patterns. The episode also features perennial favourites Brian and Tamara, who discuss their year in recovery, highlighting the importance of family, mental health, and evolving recovery routines. With anecdotes that range from humorous to deeply moving, this episode provides a comforting reminder that recovery is an ongoing process, filled with personal growth and renewed connections.
As you listen, you'll find yourself reflecting on your own journey—how do you bring light into your life and the lives of those around you?
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