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Working With Chronic Relapsers
Working With Chronic Relapsers
Working With Chronic Relapsers
Monday 25th April 2016
Join Monty'man, Toni J., and Bruce H. as they explore how many chances to give chronic relapsers and when stepping back might be the best option.
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Get the buttons here!When to Step Back: Handling Chronic Relapsers in Recovery
I think we are teaching something that isn't part of the solution because it's very man-centered, and then we get mad at them and resentful at them, or we beat ourselves up really, really bad, and then some of us go back out because they went back out. When you understand you're not helping them.
How many chances should you give someone who repeatedly relapses? It's a tough question that many in the recovery community face. In this episode of 'Take 12 Recovery Radio', host Monty'man teams up with Toni J. and Bruce H. to tackle this contentious issue head-on. They dive deep into the complexities of working with chronic relapsers, questioning whether there is a limit to the support you should offer.
Could it be that sometimes, stepping back is the best way to help? The discussion doesn't shy away from the hard truths, examining the potential pitfalls of self-reliance and the importance of adhering to the Twelve Steps and recovery principles. The trio also explores the delicate dynamics of sponsor-sponsee relationships, sharing personal experiences and insights that bring the topic to life.
One striking moment in the episode comes when a guest reflects, 'I think we are teaching something that isn't part of the solution because it's very man-centered, and then we get mad at them and resentful at them, or we beat ourselves up really, really bad, and then some of us go back out because they went back out. When you understand you're not helping them'.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the challenges of supporting someone through repeated relapses, offering a candid and thoughtful perspective on a difficult subject.