Allies in Recovery

Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction

Allies in Recovery

  • Interview with Annie's Son

Interview with Annie's Son

Friday 23rd June 2017

Elliot shares his raw journey from addiction to recovery, discussing support strategies and balancing sobriety with an active lifestyle on 'Coming Up for Air'.
57 minutes
Raw
Honest
Informative
Engaging
Thought-provoking

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Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
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Allies in Recovery
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Elliot's Journey: Addiction, Recovery, and Finding Balance

I do agree wholeheartedly that I'm actually powerless over the disease, but I do believe that I have some influence, whether direct influence or indirect influence, over my loved one.
Ever wondered what it's like to be in the thick of addiction and then claw your way back to sobriety? In this episode of 'Coming Up for Air,' Annie's son, Elliot, lays it all out with raw honesty. From his opiate dependency to his path to recovery, Elliot doesn't hold back.
He gives us a peek into the chaotic mind of someone struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) and shares what he believes could have made a difference during his darkest times. He also opens up about the delicate balance of maintaining sobriety while wanting to live an active, fun-filled life in his 20s. It's a tightrope walk that many can relate to, but few discuss so openly.
Elliot's insights offer a fresh perspective on what helps and what hurts when you're trying to support a loved one through their addiction. He emphasizes the importance of not taking things personally and highlights how crucial self-care is for everyone involved. Whether you're a parent, sibling, or friend of someone battling addiction, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways that can help you navigate these stormy waters.
Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that tackles the complexities of addiction and recovery head-on.
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