Ruby Lake - Living With AddictsRuby Lake - Living With Addicts
Sober Diaries
Ruby Lake shares her experiences of living with addicts and setting boundaries, offering insights on supporting loved ones with addiction.
54:08•28 Jul 2020
Ruby Lake on Boundaries and Support: Growing Up Around Addiction
“It's so hard, and I haven't just just said, like you know, you have to fight this battle alone. But so for me, I think I can spot addicts very well.”
Ever found yourself wondering how to handle a loved one's addiction? In this heartfelt episode of Sober Diaries, host Angus Reynolds sits down with Ruby Lake, who shares her unique perspective on living with addicts. Ruby, who never struggled with addiction herself, watched her father battle alcohol and drug abuse from a young age. Her experiences led her to adopt a 'no addicts' rule, a boundary she believes is crucial for her own well-being.
Ruby and Angus dive into the complexities of supporting loved ones without losing oneself in the process. They discuss why comparing your sobriety journey to others can be a roadblock to recovery and emphasize the importance of seeking help. Ruby's candidness about the pain of seeing loved ones self-destruct and her practical advice on setting boundaries make this episode a must-listen.
If you're navigating similar challenges or simply want to understand more about addiction from a different angle, Ruby's story offers both solace and actionable insights.
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