12th Step Podcast
12th Step Podcast
Half Measures, Tourists, and True Recovery
Half Measures, Tourists, and True Recovery
Half Measures, Tourists, and True Recovery
Friday 12th September 2025
Join The 12th Step Podcast as therapist Colby discusses half measures in recovery and the impact on relationships.
Explicit
35 minutes
Honest
Informative
Inspiring
Supportive
Engaging
About this podcast
Author:
12th Step Podcast
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
169 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Are You a Tourist in Recovery? Finding True Commitment
Episode Overview
- Recovery requires full commitment beyond just saving relationships.
- Being a 'tourist' in recovery leads to half-hearted efforts.
- Honesty and consistent actions build trust with partners.
- Boundaries are crucial for emotional safety in recovery.
- Recovery is a learned skill that improves with practice.
"Recovery is a learned skill; it's something you get better at as you practice it and do it."
Ever wondered what it takes to truly embrace recovery and leave half measures behind? In this engaging episode of The 12th Step Podcast, the hosts Gary, Mike, and Daniel welcome therapist Colby to explore the crucial questions posed by listeners. They dive into what happens when a spouse notices their partner is only taking half measures in recovery, and how being a 'tourist' in recovery—just visiting but not truly committing—can impact relationships.
Colby shares his expertise on betrayed spouse dynamics and offers valuable insights on the importance of doing the 12 steps for oneself rather than solely to save a marriage. The conversation is both honest and revealing, shedding light on the emotional complexities of recovery and the real work it requires. With personal anecdotes and expert advice, this episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own journey and the motivations behind their recovery efforts.
Are you ready to stop being a tourist and fully commit to your path of healing?