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What did you learn from your family of origin? How have you found new ways to relate to your family in recovery?
1:18:41•12 Jan 2016
Family Ties and Recovery: Spencer and Mara's Journey in Al-Anon
“Until I could accept my own behavior, I could not stay sober, in this case, let's say emotionally sober.”
How does your family history shape your present? In this episode of The Recovery Show, Spencer and Mara open up about their personal experiences with family dynamics and codependency. They discuss how their upbringing influenced their adult lives and how they've navigated these challenges through Al-Anon's 12-step recovery program. Spencer reflects on his tumultuous childhood, marked by his mother's love avoidance and potential borderline personality disorder, which left him grappling with trauma and dissociation.
Meanwhile, Mara talks about the codependent traits she picked up from her mother and the struggle to express love openly, influenced by her father's behavior. Both share their journey towards self-care, honesty, and emotional sobriety, offering practical insights and hope for those on a similar path. If you're looking for relatable stories and actionable advice on healing from family-related issues, this episode is a must-listen.
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