Ashley Loeb Blassingame
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Q+A My Partner Is Scared To Go To Detox
Q+A My Partner Is Scared To Go To Detox
Q+A My Partner Is Scared To Go To Detox
Friday 4th November 2022
Ashley Loeb Blassingame shares advice on supporting a partner's detox fears in 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Facing Detox Fears: Supporting Your Partner Through Recovery
If you want your loved one to go to detox and you know that they want to continue to be with you, then I would make it a requirement of staying in the relationship or staying in the same house.
Is your partner scared to take the plunge into detox? In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Ashley Loeb Blassingame tackles a listener's heartfelt question: 'My partner is scared to go to detox. What can I do?' Drawing from her 16 years of sobriety and her expertise as a drug and alcohol counselor, Ashley provides practical advice and shares personal stories to guide you through this challenging situation.
Ashley dives into her own experiences of trying to get sober without professional help, highlighting the risks and pitfalls of going it alone. She explains what to expect during a medical detox, from the initial assessments to the medications used and the support available. Ashley emphasizes that while detox can be daunting, it is a crucial step for a safe and successful recovery. One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of professional supervision during detox.
Ashley discusses the potential dangers of unsupervised detox, which can be life-threatening. She offers strategies for supporting your loved one through their fears, including being present, offering reassurance, and setting boundaries if necessary. Ashley uses a vivid metaphor to describe addiction: 'It's like driving a station wagon and you're throwing all your life and your bullshit in the back. When you get sober, all your shit comes flying back and hits you in the back of the head'.
This imagery underscores the chaotic nature of addiction and the need for a structured approach to recovery. Listeners will also gain insights into making tough decisions to support a loved one's recovery journey. Ashley suggests that sometimes, requiring detox as a condition for staying in the relationship or living together can be a necessary step.
Tune in to this episode for compassionate advice and actionable steps to help your partner overcome their fear of detox and embark on a path to recovery.