Allies in Recovery
Allies in Recovery
Feelings, Nothing More...
Feelings, Nothing More...
Feelings, Nothing More...
Thursday 6th April 2017
Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater explore the impact of emotions in addiction recovery, offering insights and coping strategies in 'Coming Up for Air'.
46 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Allies in Recovery
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
281 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!The Emotional Rollercoaster: Navigating Feelings in Addiction Recovery
I believe in having tactics in place so that you are not just flailing with every feeling that hits right, right.
Emotions can feel like a wild ride, especially when you're dealing with addiction in the family. In this episode of 'Coming Up for Air', hosts Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater dive deep into the whirlwind of feelings that often accompany Substance Use Disorder (SUD). They tackle big questions like why we have emotions and how much power we should give them.
Drawing from their own experiences with grief and loss, Laurie and Annie offer practical advice on managing these intense emotions. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness and having coping strategies in place, so you're not just at the mercy of every emotional wave that comes your way. Forgiveness also takes center stage as a crucial part of the recovery journey.
As Annie puts it, 'I believe in having tactics in place so that you are not just flailing with every feeling that hits right, right'. Tune in to hear their insights and find out how understanding and managing your emotions can pave the way for healing and progress. Whether you're supporting a loved one through addiction or facing your own battles, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical tips to help you stay grounded.