Venting about the loss of our brothersVenting about the loss of our brothers
Henry's Uncle: A podcast about Addiction and Recovery
In this episode, Erik and Bobby air it out and reflect on the loss of their brothers, the grieving process, frustrations and much more. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Continue the conversation on the Flick app here: flick.group/henrysuncle For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.
54:37•19 Dec 2019
Erik and Bobby: Brothers United in Grief and Recovery
“Talking to different people, especially talking to different people, cause everyone has such different, uh. Points of view, um, that you know they can uncover a little nugget here and there that kind of open your mind up about something that maybe you haven't been thinking about.”
Grieving the loss of a sibling to addiction is a heart-wrenching journey, and Erik and Bobby know this all too well. In this episode of 'Henry's Uncle', they share their personal stories of losing their brothers to addiction, diving deep into the raw emotions and struggles that come with such profound loss. Erik opens up about his battle with PTSD and how it colors his memories of his brother, James.
He reflects on how his brother's death has driven him to better understand addiction and support others in their recovery journeys. Bobby, on the other hand, recounts his experience with his brother John's methamphetamine addiction, expressing the guilt he feels for not having done more to help. The episode doesn't shy away from tough topics like the opioid crisis and the devastating impact of fentanyl on families. It also highlights the importance of finding hope and community in recovery.
Erik and Bobby's conversation is a powerful reminder that while the journey through grief is deeply personal, sharing our stories can create connections and foster healing.
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