Transformation Talk Radio
Ellen Stewart
Relational Recovery with Richard Long ,LCSW, M.DIV.
Relational Recovery with Richard Long ,LCSW, M.DIV.
Relational Recovery with Richard Long ,LCSW, M.DIV.
Wednesday 10th August 2022
Explore relational recovery with Ellen Stewart and Richard Long. Learn how relationships can be key in addiction recovery.
53 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Relationships are crucial to quality recovery.
- Both partners should engage in the recovery process.
- Family members benefit from their own support groups.
- Removing alcohol from home can support sobriety.
- Timing is essential in relational healing.
"You went in Sally 1, but you came out Sally 2.0 because you've upgraded yourself."
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of recovery and relationship dynamics in this engaging episode of Recovery Recharged. Ellen Stewart, the Pushy Broad from the Bronx, and her co-host Dr. Pat, delve into the complexities of relational recovery with couples counsellor Richard Long. Richard, with a rich background in human services and family therapy, brings his expertise to the table, highlighting the importance of addressing relationships in the recovery process.
You'll learn why timing is crucial and how relationships can often be the key to a successful recovery journey. Richard shares his insights on why simply getting clean isn't enough for a relationship to thrive post-addiction. He emphasises the need for both partners to engage in the recovery process, often recommending that family members participate in their own 12-step programs to better understand the journey.
With anecdotes about his own life, including his passion for vinyl records and his beloved Labrador Retriever, Bear, Richard makes the conversation relatable and warm. The hosts also tackle common misconceptions, like the idea that removing alcohol from the home is unnecessary if one partner is sober. They stress that supporting a loved one in recovery often means making lifestyle changes that extend beyond the individual.
The episode is filled with humour, wisdom, and practical advice for anyone navigating the path of sobriety while maintaining healthy relationships. How do you balance personal recovery with relational responsibilities? Dive into this episode to find out!