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Tim Walsh from MN Adult and Teen Challenge
Tim Walsh from MN Adult and Teen Challenge
Tim Walsh from MN Adult and Teen Challenge
Monday 18th January 2021
Tim Walsh discusses Step One in addiction recovery, radical acceptance, and supporting loved ones in denial. Join Bill Arnold & George P. Fraser.
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Step One is crucial: admitting powerlessness over alcohol.
- Radical acceptance helps manage life under God's will.
- Interventions require planning and leverage from family.
- Brain chemistry changes make rational decisions difficult.
- Spiritual surrender is key to overcoming addiction.
Radical acceptance is like Superman avoiding kryptonite—it's essential to manage our lives given the will of God.
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Real Recovery brings you an engaging conversation with Tim Walsh, Senior Vice President at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge. Tim joins hosts Bill Arnold and George P. Fraser to unpack the significance of Step One in addiction recovery, which involves admitting powerlessness over alcohol and recognising the unmanageable nature of life under its influence.
They delve into the importance of confession, both to oneself and to others, as a foundation for building a redemptive community that supports transparency and healing. Tim Walsh offers practical advice on how family members can support loved ones who are in denial about their addiction. He discusses the concept of radical acceptance, likening it to Superman's avoidance of kryptonite, emphasising the need to stay away from triggers and risky environments.
The episode also covers how brain chemistry changes with addiction, making rational decision-making difficult, and highlights the role of spiritual surrender in overcoming these challenges. Listeners will appreciate the candid discussion about interventions and the leverage parents have over their children struggling with addiction. The hosts and Tim Walsh provide insights into creating behavioural contracts that outline positive and negative consequences based on adherence to new rules.
This episode is packed with wisdom and practical strategies for those seeking recovery or supporting someone on their journey. Whether you're dealing with addiction yourself or helping a loved one, this conversation offers valuable perspectives and encouragement. Are you ready to embrace the radical acceptance needed for lasting change?