What's In Your Toolbox?What's In Your Toolbox?
Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater share their essential tools for coping with life's toughest moments, focusing on substance use disorder.
44:49•1 Sept 2017
Essential Tools for Navigating Life's Storms: Insights from Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater
“Having a toolbox is important for 'calming down our crazy' and finding gratitude in the good that comes from lives changed by the turmoil of SUD and difficult times in general.”
What do you reach for when life throws you into chaos? In this episode of 'Coming Up for Air', hosts Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater share their personal 'power tools' for coping with life's toughest moments, especially when dealing with substance use disorder (SUD). Laurie and Annie open up about the practical strategies they use to maintain calm and find peace amidst the turmoil.
They talk about the importance of having a 'toolbox' filled with methods for handling crises, fostering gratitude, and achieving tranquility. From equanimity and effective communication to self-reflection, the hosts provide a treasure trove of tips to help you manage difficult times. They also explore how education and information can be powerful allies in your journey. This episode isn't just about surviving tough times; it's about thriving and finding moments of triumph and peace.
Whether you're dealing with addiction in your family or just looking for ways to better handle life's ups and downs, Laurie and Annie offer invaluable advice that can make a real difference.
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