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Growing up with an alcoholic parent – Rosey's story
Growing up with an alcoholic parent – Rosey's story
Growing up with an alcoholic parent – Rosey's story
Monday 3rd January 2022
Rosey shares her story of growing up with an alcoholic parent, highlighting forgiveness, family support, and faith in overcoming addiction's challenges.
50 minutes
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Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging
Honest
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Growing up with an alcoholic parent can lead to an overdeveloped sense of responsibility.
- Family support plays a crucial role in coping with addiction's impact.
- Faith can provide strength and guidance during recovery.
- Forgiveness is key to healing past wounds caused by addiction.
- Love can transform relationships even amidst addiction.
"If you could just practice what you preached... know how beautiful you are, how much you're loved."
How do individuals cope with the challenges of staying sober? The latest episode of Real Recovery features the heartwarming and challenging story of Rosey, who grew up with an alcoholic parent. Bill Arnold and George P. Fraser host this moving discussion, exploring the intricacies of a family bound by love amidst the chaos of addiction. Rosey shares her journey through a childhood marked by her mother's struggle with alcohol, recounting the ups and downs of attending 21 treatment centres.
Despite the turmoil, Rosey highlights the unwavering support from her siblings and the pivotal role of faith in their lives. Listeners will be captivated by Rosey's anecdotes of a large family dynamic, where responsibilities were shared, and love was the glue that held them together. The episode delves into the impact of alcoholism on family relationships and how Rosey's faith helped her navigate through the challenges.
The hosts also discuss the traits often found in adult children of alcoholics, such as an overdeveloped sense of responsibility and fear of abandonment. Rosey's story is a testament to the power of forgiveness and redemption. Her mother's journey, although fraught with relapses, ultimately led to moments of profound connection and understanding. The episode closes with Rosey's touching account of her mother's final days, where love and faith provided solace and closure.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and inspiration in the face of addiction. It offers a powerful reminder that love and faith can foster healing even in the most challenging circumstances. How can love transform your recovery journey?