The Alan Charles Show (51) Spouse Of An Addict
The Alan Charles Show (51) Spouse Of An Addict

The Alan Charles Show

On this week's show Alan talks about when should the spouse of an addict walk away? Probably one of the most difficult decisions anyone will ever make. Let's talk about it.

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58:00•26 Oct 2019

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The Alan Charles Show

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Take off that mask and take on your addiction! Alan Charles, author and keynote speaker on drug abuse and prevention, brings hope to the hopeless as he shares his unbelievable luck at surviving a 24-year addiction to cocaine. Alan’s raw honesty and courageous heart breaks the stigma of addiction and offers a unique perspective into the mind of an addict. Join him each week as he guides his listeners toward a transformational mindset on his LIVE radio broadcast, The Alan Charles Show! The opioid epidemic has reached crisis levels, and with so many families affected by addiction, opioid-related drug overdoses and death, the time is NOW to have a real, constructive conversation about addiction that can lead to better prevention, treatment and recovery services. Alan Charles sheds light on a dark world and brings his listeners to a true understanding of the grip of addiction. It is only with this understanding that we can begin to heal. Alan Charles is a recovering addict and author of Walking Out The Other Side, a riveting account of his journey from the throes of addiction to the miracle of sobriety. He speaks openly about his ordeal to a wide spectrum of audiences to bring his message of hope and healing. As a former professional baseball player and former harness racing driver and trainer, Alan has proven himself to be a unique and ambitious individual who goes after his dreams. But as the father of two beautiful daughters, Alan’s most important dream–sobriety–has finally come true, and he’s passionate about showing others how to achieve this dream as well. To learn more about Alan Charles, or to book a speaking engagement, please visit: Walking Out The Other Side

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Staying or Leaving: Navigating Relationships with an Addict

“There's no right answer, there's no wrong answer. But there are answers that definitely don't help, and that's the enabling piece which you've talked very strongly about, and I think people need to understand that.”

Deciding whether to stay or leave a partner struggling with addiction is heart-wrenching and complex. In this episode of 'The Alan Charles Show', Alan Charles, a seasoned speaker and author, dives into this emotional dilemma with raw honesty and personal experience. Alan, who has walked the path of addiction himself, shares his journey and offers guidance to those grappling with similar challenges. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in these relationships and highlights the dangers of enabling addictive behaviors.

Alan also discusses how to detach healthily, ensuring that both parties can find a path to healing. Through his candid reflections, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of addiction and the tough decisions that come with it. This episode is a beacon for anyone facing the difficult choice of whether to stay or walk away from a relationship overshadowed by addiction.

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