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Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
Discover how families can heal and support loved ones in addiction recovery with insights from 'Coming Up for Air'.
35:31•17 Dec 2022
The Journey of Family Healing in Addiction Recovery
“If you can heal the family, you start to heal the family within.”
Ever wondered how families can truly heal while supporting a loved one battling addiction? This episode of 'Coming Up for Air' dives into the transformative journey of family progress in recovery. Hosts Dominique Simone-Lavigne, Laurie McDougall, and Kayla Solomon share their joy and insights from witnessing families grow and heal within their support groups. They emphasize starting with self-care and personal healing, highlighting that this journey is best undertaken with the support of a community, not in isolation.
With Allies in Recovery, families don't have to go it alone; they become part of a group dedicated to doing the work together and implementing the powerful tools of CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training). The hosts discuss how family members' behaviors and experiences are often intertwined with their loved ones' substance use disorder, making it crucial to address these dynamics for meaningful progress.
They share practical strategies and personal stories, showing how incremental progress and addressing one's own emotional wounds can lead to significant positive changes. If you're looking for heartfelt advice and real-world solutions to help both yourself and your loved one, this episode offers a compassionate guide to navigating the complexities of addiction recovery.

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