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Trust and Life Mapping (Episode 5)
Trust and Life Mapping (Episode 5)
Trust and Life Mapping (Episode 5)
Wednesday 17th April 2024
Explore the challenges of rebuilding trust after addiction with hosts West Thompson and Austin Hill. Discover the power of patience and perseverance.
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Episode Overview
- Trust is rebuilt through consistent, trustworthy actions over time.
- Patience is crucial when mending broken relationships.
- Setting healthy boundaries is essential for personal well-being.
- Some relationships may be too damaged to repair.
- New, fulfilling connections can still be formed.
Trust is built by doing trustworthy things, but the second part of that is over time.
Trust is a fragile thing, especially when it's been broken by addiction. In this episode of Relational Recovery, hosts West Thompson and Austin Hill tackle the tough topic of rebuilding trust and mapping out a new life. They share the poignant story of an alumnus from The Refuge who struggles to reconnect with his daughter after years of addiction.
Despite his efforts to make amends, he finds himself facing frustration and setbacks, illustrating just how complex and time-consuming rebuilding trust can be. West and Austin emphasise that trust is earned through consistent, trustworthy actions over time, and they don’t shy away from the painful reality that sometimes, trust might never be fully restored. They discuss the importance of patience, both with oneself and others, and the necessity of setting healthy boundaries.
The episode also touches on the difficult but honest truth that some relationships may be too damaged to repair, yet there's hope in forming new, fulfilling connections with others. With a blend of Christian spirituality and psychology, this episode offers a compassionate look at the long road to recovery and the importance of perseverance. If you're grappling with rebuilding trust in your own life or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights and encouragement.
Tune in to hear more about the journey of healing and the power of time in mending broken bridges.