When to stop trusting an addict or alcoholic to do the right thing. Overcoming Codependency.When to stop trusting an addict or alcoholic to do the right thing. Overcoming Codependency.
Addiction and Codependency Breakthrough
Heidi Rain discusses when to stop trusting an addict and how to overcome codependency in relationships.
11:36•2 Dec 2022
When to Stop Trusting an Addict: Finding Peace in Codependency
“An addict and active addiction will only behave like an addict and active addiction... You can trust what you can see, and that is your barometer for here on out.”
Trust is a tricky thing, especially when you're dealing with an addict or alcoholic. This episode of 'Breaking the Chains: Overcoming Addiction and Codependency' dives into the heart-wrenching reality of trusting someone who struggles with addiction. Host Heidi Rain, an experienced addiction consultant, gets real about the emotional rollercoaster that comes with loving an addict. You might feel like you're constantly torn between the person you know they can be and the person they are when addiction takes over.
Heidi shares practical advice on recognizing when it's time to stop being so gullible and start protecting your peace. She stresses that trust should be based on actions, not just words, especially in the early stages of recovery. If you've ever felt confused, anxious, or resentful in your relationship with an addict, this episode is for you. Heidi offers tools to help you break free from self-destructive codependency patterns and reclaim your sanity.
It's a must-listen for anyone navigating the choppy waters of addiction and trust.
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