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Scripted for Change: Former Hollywood Director's Reflections on Addiction, Family, and Recovery
Scripted for Change: Former Hollywood Director's Reflections on Addiction, Family, and Recovery
Scripted for Change: Former Hollywood Director's Reflections on Addiction, Family, and Recovery
Friday 11th July 2025
Join Art Dielhenn, former TV director, as he shares his powerful journey from Hollywood to addiction recovery and how families can navigate this challenge.
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Get the buttons here!Art Dielhenn's Journey: From TV to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Art Dielhenn's successful TV career in the 1980s and 90s.
- His personal battle with alcoholism and journey to sobriety.
- Insight into addiction as a family disease.
- The importance of support systems in recovery.
- Art's current mission to help others through his story.
This is how we get ourselves in trouble, is in our thinking, in the stories we tell ourselves, as Mike mentioned, in denial, in the illusions and delusions we carry about ourselves.
In this compelling episode of Addiction Talk, we delve into the life and career of Art Dielhenn, a former TV director known for his work on iconic sitcoms such as Diff’rent Strokes, Punky Brewster, Head of the Class, and Sister, Sister. Despite his success in Hollywood during the 1980s and 90s, Art was secretly battling a growing addiction to alcohol.
For years, he managed to maintain sobriety through sheer willpower, but eventually hit rock bottom and sought help through a recovery program. Art's journey is not just one of personal struggle but also of redemption and transformation. Having overcome his addiction, he now dedicates his life to helping others navigate the challenging waters of recovery.
As the author of books like "Get Out of Your Head, It’s a Mess in There" and "Addiction is a Family Disease," Art provides valuable insights into how addiction affects not just the individual but also their loved ones. During the podcast, Art discusses the concept of addiction as a family disease, emphasizing the importance of recognizing its impact on family dynamics and relationships. He shares anecdotes about interventions, including his own experiences with family members who struggled with addiction.
Art highlights the significance of support systems such as Al-Anon and AA, which offer guidance and community to those affected by addiction. Art's conversation is both informative and heartfelt, touching upon the emotional challenges faced by addicts and their families. His story serves as a beacon of hope for anyone dealing with addiction, reminding listeners that recovery is possible with the right support and determination.
Art's vulnerability and openness about his journey inspire those who might feel lost in their own battles. Overall, this episode of Addiction Talk provides a powerful narrative of resilience and recovery, underscoring the message that change is achievable, and help is available for those willing to seek it.