Boy Problems Podcast: Recent Episodes
Recovering Too: Families Navigating Addiction
Boy Problems Podcast is an open conversation about families navigating substance use disorder. Hosted by the Founders of Recovering Too, Katie, Jessica + Shannon bring you stories from different perspectives of this disease, experts in the space and answer all of the questions about addiction you have no one to ask. When you’re here, you aren't alone. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyproblemspodcast/support
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In this episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the themes of addiction recovery, mental health, and personal growth. Katie and Shannon reflect on the challenges they've faced and the progress they've made, setting the stage for a candid exploration of the complexities of addiction recovery. Jessica opens up about her struggles in finding a balance between enjoying the good times and navigating the constant fear of relapse in her partner, Casey's, recovery journey. As the conversation unfolds, Katie shares updates on her own mental health journey and the struggles faced by participants in her support groups, shedding light on the broader spectrum of personal crises that often accompany addiction recovery. The discussion then shifts to the pressure of maintaining regular podcast episodes and the importance of taking breaks when needed. Katie acknowledged a moment of guilt, such as forgetting her husband's sobriety anniversary, while also recognizing the progress he has made in his recovery journey.The conversation delves into the complexities of pain management in recovery, particularly in the context of surgeries. Katie and Jessica recount their experiences advocating against narcotic painkillers for their husbands, highlighting the delicate balance between managing pain effectively and avoiding triggers for addiction. This leads to a discussion about celebrating sobriety milestones and navigating events like concerts, where triggers may be present. Katie shares her concerns about her husband's lack of self-control with gambling and plans for an upcoming Grateful Dead concert, illustrating the ongoing challenges of addiction recovery in everyday life.Amidst the challenges, there are moments of personal growth and celebration. Jessica discusses her therapy journey and newfound freedom from the constant stress of managing Casey's addiction. Shannon reflects on the positive changes in her own life and Jay's transformation towards prioritizing health and wellness. The episode concludes with a message of hope and resilience, emphasizing the importance of embracing personal growth and navigating challenges with courage and determination in the journey of addiction recovery.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyproblemspodcast/message
On today's episode we're thrilled to have Eli Harwood aka @attchmentnerd join us to discuss healthy attachments in relationships with a special focus on relationships that are impacted by addiction. Eli Harwood is a licensed therapist, author, and educator who has more than 17 years of experience helping people process their early traumas and develop secure attachment relationships with their children and partners. Eli is an adult child of an alcoholic and has has three children, one husband, one cat, and an extraordinary number of plant babies.You can find her at attachmentnerd.com and @attachmentnerd on socials. Other ways to connect with Eli: Pre-order her new book Securely Attached Get an Attachment Coach Join the Nerd Herd--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyproblemspodcast/message
Katie, Jessica and Shannon are all very involved in counseling and support groups. Today they chat about how much is too much and were they happier before they knew all of these things about themselves? We chat about sadness, anger and venerability. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boyproblemspodcast/message
Today's episode continues our conversation on mental health with Katie sharing about her journey with depression. Jessica also chimes in to share how she experienced similiar struggles during postpartum. Since so many of our loved ones struggle with a dual diagnosis, we hope sharing our experiences with mental health disorders help you better understand them. And, in turn, better understand and support your loved ones. Listen in, leave us a review and as always, keep coming back.
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Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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Today's episode features special guest Julia of @juliainvisions. Since her husband's passing from an accidental overdose, Julia has been sharing her grief and healing journey through her online community. Julia joins us to today to share her own story of recovery, her husband's struggles with addiction, what it was like to lose him, her experience as a newly solo parent, and how she and her kids are navigating the grief of a stigmatized loss. Julia's perspective is beautiful, her soul is strong and her story is inspiring. We hope you enjoy hearing from her as much as we did.
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- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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Have you ever had a rift with a friend, and you weren't sure how to move past it? This happened to Katie and Jessica, and led them to friendship counseling. They share how they got to that point and how the counselor helped them discuss their feelings. They were able to break down the barrier that had built up between them and get back to being friends, with more self-awareness and a better understanding of each others needs.
We also get a mental health update from Jessica. Last fall we did a deep dive into her most recent generalized anxiety episode. Now she shares about her new treatment plan and the improvements she's seen in the last few months.
Boy Problems Podcast episodes referenced:
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Uncomfortable Conversations
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Anxiety Attack (part 1)
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Anxiety Attack (part 2)
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- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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Catch up on the latest with Katie, Jessica and Shannon on today's epsiode where they share what's been happening in their lives and relationships lately. Shannon shares about her new job and how her work on this podcast came up on one of her first days! Jessica shares about the holiday season and how she and Casey did throughout that historically difficult time. And, Katie chats about how she's doing with the cigar saga.
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Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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Today's episode features special guest Indiana Drug Czar, Doug Huntsinger. Doug serves as the Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment & Enforcement and Chairman of the Indiana Commission to Combat Substance Use Disorder. Listen in as Doug gives us an overview of the drug crisis in Indiana and the work being done to combat it. We also discuss the stigma surrounding addiction and harm reduction.
More About Doug:
As a Senior Adviser to Governor Eric J. Holcomb and a member of the Governor’s Cabinet, Doug oversees the coordination of the Governor’s NextLevel Recovery initiative, aligning and focusing the State of Indiana’s response to the drug crisis. He also serves as a member of the Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council and the Governor’s Health Workforce Council.
Organizations across Indiana have recognized Douglas for his efforts. The Indiana Judges Association named him the 2021 Champion of Justice in recognition of his work supporting family recovery courts and behavioral health services for justice-involved individuals and families. Overdose Lifeline recently presented Douglas with the Policy Advocate of the Year award for his steadfast commitment to serving our most vulnerable Hoosiers and THRIVE Recovery Community Organization recognized him for his distinguished service, presenting him with the inaugural State Partner of the Year Award.
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Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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Rachel Kaplan joined us for our podcast to talk all things emotions and healing. She started her journey of healing after trauma in her early teen years. She now has a deep desire to help more than just the clients she sees in her office. We talk about the significance of truly feeling your emotions and taking care of yourself.
We also cover:
- Thinking vs. Feeling
- Codependency
- Boundaries
- Why it’s better to be curious about your emotions rather than shaming yourself for them
- Future Tripping
Rachel's Bio: Rachel Kaplan is a California based licensed psychotherapist in practice for 16 years. After the suicide of her first love at age 14, she spent more than 25 years scouring the worlds healing technologies through both Eastern spiritual practices and western psychological methodologies. She found the single most necessary ingredient for healing, emotional resilience, and self love is no more complicated than taking a poop. Rachel is now a psycho educator or emotional potty trainer, spreading the feelings movement by teaching people how to work with their emotions effectively for the purpose of genuine healing. She focuses on short form content on Instagram, TikTok, has her own podcast, the Healing Feeling Shit Show and leads people through coursework and individual therapy as well.
Connect with Rachel: https://www.thefeelingsmovement.com/connect
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Jessica’s story of her journey with anxiety continues in today’s episode. We discuss how to help those you care about struggling with anxiety, how to ask for help if you’re struggling and how Jessica managed (or really, avoided) her relationships with Katie and Shannon and how that has impacted things for them.Topics also discussed:
- Anxiety
- Mental Health
- Relationships
- Addiction
- Recovery
- Friendship
- Support
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Instagram: @recoveringtoo
Facebook: @recoveringtooAdditional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Jessica shares about her recent battle with generalized anxiety and panic disorder. She reflects on when she first realized she had anxiety as a child, and shares examples of how anxiety and panic manifest for her today throughout her relationship and as a new mother.
Topics also discussed: Relationships Drug Use Recovery Marriage Family Kids Follow us at: Instagram: @recoveringtoo Facebook: @recoveringtoo Support Us: Patreon.com/recoveringtoo Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Katie's professional life introduced her to Gina Schaefer, the CEO of A Few Cool Hardware Stores. Katie was already impressed with Gina because of her success in a male-dominated industry, but she became an even bigger fan after learning about her connection to recovery. When Gina opened her first hardware store, she hoped to help revitalize the neighborhood. She had no idea it would become a safe space for people in recovery or that she would become an advocate for people in recovery and eventually write a book, but that's exactly what happened. Recovery Hardware shares stories and lessons from her employees who previously struggled with substance abuse. It helps to break down the stigma and show why those in recovery make great employees. We really enjoyed our conversation with Gina and hope you do too.
Get the Book
Learn about Gina
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Resources:
- Anticipatory Grief Article: https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/what-is-anticipatory-grief/
- Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
- Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
- Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
- National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Our stories - past and present - are scattered across 3 years' worth of episodes. Now we’re taking turns interviewing each other in episodes dedicated to our individual lives. Today we're continuing Shannon's story with part 2. This takes us from the time Kemmon went to rehab to present day.
If you want to learn more about some of the things Katie talks about, check out her recent blog series and these episodes:
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Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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Our stories - past and present - are scattered across 3 year’s worth of episodes. Now we’re taking turns interviewing each other in episodes dedicated to our individual lives. Today is part 1 of Shannon's story, which covers the beginning of her relationship with Jay, the progression of his addiction, the first stint in rehab, and her reasons for staying with him during this time. If you're interested in learning more about Shannon & Jay, check out some of these past episodes: Episode 1: Welcome to Boy Problems Podcast Bonus: Check-in with Liz Episode 11: Update from Liz Episode 22: Meet Jake Episode 69: Euphoria's Portrayal of Addiciton
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Co-Dependents Anonymous Al-Anon Nar-Anon National Helpline Treatment Locator
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Our stories - past and present - are scattered across 3 years' worth of episodes. Now we’re taking turns interviewing each other in episodes dedicated to our individual lives. Today we're continuing Katie's story with part 2. This takes us from the time Kemmon went to rehab to present day. If you want to learn more about some of the things Katie talks about, check out her recent blog series and these episodes: Episode 1: Welcome to Boy Problems Podcast Episode 26: Meet Steve (Kemmon) Episode 51: A Mother’s Love Episode 59: Trust: The Receipts that Set Me Free Episode 68: Uncomfortable Conversations Episode 80: Katie's Story (part 1)
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Co-Dependents Anonymous Al-Anon Nar-Anon National Helpline Treatment Locator
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Our stories - past and present - are scattered across 3 year’s worth of episodes. Now we’re taking turns interviewing each other in episodes dedicated to our individual lives. Today is part 1 of Katie’s story, which covers from the first time she met Kemmon up to the point where he’s about to enter treatment. During this time, Katie knew things were not good in the relationship, but she did not know drugs were involved.
If you want to learn more about some of the things Katie talks about, check out her recent blog series and these episodes:
Episode 1: Welcome to Boy Problems Podcast
Episode 26: Meet Steve (Kemmon)
Episode 51: A Mother’s Love
Episode 59: Trust: The Receipts that Set Me Free
Episode 68: Uncomfortable Conversations
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Support our work on Patreon.
Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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Our stories - past and present - are scattered across 3 year’s worth of episodes. Now we’re taking turns interviewing each other in episodes dedicated to our individual lives. First up is Jessica. She gives us an overview of her relationship with Casey, from their first date on NYE 2012, to having a baby in 2020, and everything in between.
If you want to learn more about some of the things Jessica talks about, check out these episodes:
Episode 1: Welcome to Boy Problems Podcast
Episode 8: Meet Charlie (Casey)
Bonus Episode: Check-in with Alex (Jessica)
Episode 53: California Sober
Episode 61: Jessica and Casey - Life after a Relapse
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Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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It's been a year since we decided to really embrace our stories and share them with all of you. (See Episode 52. Why Are We Hiding?!) It made us feel anxious and uncomfortable at times, but mostly really proud. Best of all, it's allowed us to better connect with so many people in this community, and for that we are extremely grateful.
In today’s episode, we’re reflecting on the journey that led us to this point. We share our memories of the first time we met and how that evolved into a friendship and eventually the podcast. We discuss the pros and cons of no longer being anonymous, balancing the role addiction plays in our life, and the purpose behind sharing our stories.
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Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous
- Al-Anon
- Nar-Anon
- National Helpline
- Treatment Locator
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When we love someone with addiction, it’s easy to get sucked into their chaos and let our own well-being suffer. The anxiety, fear, shame, and self-doubt take a toll on our mental and physical health. Years of feeling crazy due to lies and manipulation) make it hard to trust not only our loved one, but also ourself. We may feel stuck and out of touch with our wants and needs. That's why we are so excited for today's guest, Isobel Stewart, a Confidence Empowerment Coach. Her work helps people overcome perfectionism, people pleasing, and self doubt so they can live life feeling confident, inspired and fulfilled. In this episode, we discuss:
- Why we lose confidence as we grow up
- Perfectionism and people pleasing as coping mechanisms
- The impact of addiction on our self-trust
- Setting boundaries
- Being the alter ego of yourself
- The one thing we all have in common at our core
- How our thoughts connect to our feelings and actions
Connect with Isobel on Instagram: @EvolveWithIsobel
Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram: @RecoveringToo
Support our work by becoming a Patron: Patreon.com/recoveringtoo
Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
- Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
- Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
- National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
- Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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It's been a while since we've checked in, so today we're catching up on life. Jessica starts off by sharing that she's been under stress at work but things with Casey are going well. However, sometimes this makes her question if things are really ok. This leads to a discussion about how normal, everyday things (like sweating, sleeping, irritated eyes) can make us wonder when the other shoe will drop. We share some recent examples that reminded us of past using times and discussed our reactions in the moment. Over the years we've learned ways to cope better, but we're all a work in progress. One of the best tools has been counseling, both individually and as couples. Katie and Jessica share that they are currently in couples counseling with their husbands, and we talk about how it's a different experience at this point in their relationships versus when they were in the midst of active use and early recovery.
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- Instagram: @banditinkorporated
- For appointments: call Solarium 7803527855
Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
- Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
- Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
- National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Brandi Bennefield is a tattoo artist from Alberta Canada who has created a following on social media sharing her life stories. Many of these stories stem from the chaos and dysfunction of growing up with parents in active addiction. In today’s episode we discuss:
- Brandi’s childhood and the ways she coped
- Choosing sanity over family
- Holding yourself hostage and letting go of that mindset
- Becoming a healthy, successful person despite the hardships
- The sad reality that some people will choose not to get better
- Brandi reconnecting with her dad after he got sober, an example that it is possible for people to grow and change.
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- Instagram: @banditinkorporated
- For appointments: call Solarium 7803527855
Resources:
- Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
- Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
- Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
- National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Have you ever found yourself planning your loved one’s funeral or imagining your life without them in it? Or maybe you’ve felt a range of emotions around a looming change or impending loss. There’s a term for this, and it’s called anticipatory grief. In this episode of Boy Problems Podcast, Katie and Shannon discuss their own experiences with anticipatory grief. Shannon shares her struggles during Jay’s last relapse, and Katie talks about the importance of preparation.
Topics also discussed: Relationships, Drug Use, Recovery, Shame, Rehab, Marriage, Family, Separation, Relapse
Other episodes referenced:
- 49.Sarah with Hazelden Betty Ford
- 51.A Mother’s Love
- Bonus: Check-in with Liz (after episode 3)
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Resources:
- Anticipatory Grief Article: https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/what-is-anticipatory-grief/
- Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
- Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
- Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
- National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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This is Part 2 of the Parenting & Addiction podcast. Parenting with an addicted loved one is a question we get a lot, so we asked one of our favorite guests, Lizzie, to come back and join us for this conversation.
Katie and Lizzie talk about:
- What things we've put in place to protect our kids from our husband's addiction.
- Lizzie answers if she would have stayed with Drew if she didn't have kids with him.
- Katie spoke about why she decided to have a second child now knowing Kemmon was an addict.
- How we built back trust with our husbands
Want to hear more of Lizzie’s story?
Check out these other podcasts:
57: One Foot Out the Door
45: Drugs for Coffee
13: Meet Lizzie
Topics also discussed: Relationships Drug Use Recovery Shame Rehab Marriage Family Kids
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Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Lizzie is back! We get so many messages and questions about parenting with someone who is in recovery or in active use. While Jessica and Katie’s husbands weren’t in active use when they had their children, that was not the case for Lizzie. Lizzie and Drew have 5 children and have been through the ups and downs of recovery and active use.
Lizzie talks about:
- Having a newborn and Drew leaving for a 90-day rehab out of state.
- Getting her 3-year-old therapy.
- Disciplining their junior in high school who was caught drinking.
- How she talks to her little kids about Drew’s ‘allergy’.
Want to hear more of Lizzie’s story?
Check out these other podcasts:
57: One Foot Out the Door
45: Drugs for Coffee
13: Meet Lizzie
Topics also discussed: Relationships Drug Use Recovery Shame Rehab Marriage Family Kids
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Instagram: @recoveringtoo
Facebook: @recoveringtoo
Support Us: Patreon.com/recoveringtoo
Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Is being too independent a bad thing? Oftentimes, when you're dealing with a loved one in active addiction, all of the responsibilities fall on one person. When Jessica and Shannon's partners were out of their homes they had to take on everything. Katie was responsible for managing the household budget, chores and taking care of their newborn baby while Kemmon was away at meetings 6 days a week. Being independent, for some of us, came out of necessity. The ladies also discuss how they balance self-care and their partner's recovery schedules.
Topics also discussed: Relationships Drug Use Recovery Shame Rehab Marriage Family Kids
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Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Today we have a husband and wife duo who both have found a path to recovery. Kelsey and Johnathan Autry share their story about drug use, rehab, recovery, family history of addiction, their relationship and parenting. When Kelsey went into rehab, Jonathan raised their two young children while she was away for 3 months. He also shares about the struggles of raising two kids while Kelsey was in active addiction. Kelsey shares her story of drug abuse and what her rock bottom was. We are so thankful that both of them came on our podcast and shared such a personal story with all of you. Follow Kelsey on Instagram @kelseyautry Topics also discussed: Relationships Drug Use Recovery Shame Rehab Marriage Family Kids Follow us at: Instagram: @recoveringtoo Facebook: @recoveringtoo Support Us: Patreon.com/recoveringtoo Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Like millions of people around the world, Jay and Shannon have been watching season 2 of “Euphoria”, an HBO series that follows a group of high school students through their experiences of identity, trauma, friendship, love, and sex. The main character, Rue (played by Zendaya), struggles with addiction, and Shannon and Jay are discussing this on the podcast today. The conversation was recorded before the season finale and covers: - their thoughts on the way addiction is portrayed in the show - the feelings and triggers each experienced while watching - examples of personal experiences that are similar to certain scenes
FYI: you do not have to watch Euphoria to follow along with the conversation. Additionally, addiction is just 1 of several storylines, so this episode won’t spoil the show for you if you plan to watch sometime.
Extra: Head to our Patreon page for a post-season finale convo, that includes thoughts on D.A.R.E.’s criticism of the show and Zendaya’s statement. Patreon.com/recoveringtoo
Topics also discussed: Relationships Drug Use Recovery Shame
Follow us at: Instagram: @recoveringtoo Facebook: @recoveringtoo Support Us: www.patreon.com/recoveringtoo Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Have you ever DREAD a conversation you have to have with someone? Unfortunately those conversations seem to happen often when a loved one is dealing with substance use disorder. Today's episode was inspired by an uncomfortable conversation Katie had to have with Jessica and Shannon recently. Listen in as we chat about some of those conversations we've had with families and loved ones and reflections we've taken away.
Topics also discussed:
Relationships Drug Use Recovery Shame
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Facebook: @recoveringtoo
Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Our dear friends, Dr. Greer and Angie, from the Bowen Recovery Center join us today to share their wisdom on Medicines for Addiction Treatment (MATs), specifically Methadone. There’s so much we didn’t know (and frankly, misjudged) about some of these medications. We’re always trying to stay educated, inclusive and at the end of the day help others keep their loved ones alive. Listen in to learn more about these life saving tools!
Topics also discussed:
- Addiction
- Medications for Substance Use Disorders
- Relationships
- Treatment programs
- Treatment options
- Drug Use Recovery
Follow us at:
Instagram: @recoveringtoo
Facebook: @recoveringtoo
Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Have you searched your loved ones phone, computer or other personal belongings to find evidence they are lying or using? Well, if you have, you aren’t alone. On this episode of Boy Problems Podcast we share our journey with being a detective in our relationships, where this drive comes from for us and how it makes us feel.
Topics also discussed:
- Boundaries
- Relationships
- Addiction
- Trust
- Love
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Twitter: @boyprobspodcast
Facebook: @boyproblemspod
Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Happy New Year! Today, we chat about how the holidays went for us and reflect on how they've compared to past years. We're hopeful for 2022 and grateful you're joining us along this wild ride!
Topics also discussed:
- Boundaries
- Relationships
- Addiction
- Trust
- Love
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Facebook: @boyproblemspod
Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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As we head into Christmas and the New Year, we realize many families may be seeking treatment for a love one post-holidays. You may know about in-patient and out-patient programs, but what if that’s not an option for your loved one? Or where can your loved one go when they leave treatment but can’t come back home? That’s why we’re re-releasing this episode on recovery houses. We speak with Elliott who works at a recovery facility and is in recovery himself. He shares about his addiction, his role working for a recovery house, and how recovery houses are another option for those trying to get and stay clean.
Topics also discussed: * Trust * Group and individual therapy * Empowerment * Self-care * Recovery * Relapse * Drugs * Boundaries * Relationships
Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @recoveringtoo
Additional Resources: https://recoveringtoo.com Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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We have a special guest today! One of our favorites, Jay, is back to chat with us about trauma and PTSD. Jay is a licensed addiction therapist and a frequent guest of our show. We’re so excited to share this wonderful conversation with you!
Topics also discussed:
- PTSD
- Trauma
- Boundaries
- Relationships
- Addiction
- Trust
- Love
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Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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On today’s episode Jessica spills the tea on how she felt during her convo with Casey in episode 61 while Shannon and Katie ask their burning questions. Listen in to hear Jessica share more about being angry, how she’s deciding how to move forward and her perspective on relapse in her relationship. Topics also discussed:
Relapse Boundaries Relationships Addiction Trust Love
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Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Today is a special episode with Jessica and Casey. Listen in as they discuss a recent relapse and how they’re dealing with it. We hope this episode serves as an example of what recovery (and relapse) can look like in a relationship - spoiler alert - it’s not perfect! Topics also discussed: Mental Health Relationships Addiction Trust Love
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Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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We are so excited for Dr. Emily Jamea to join us today as we discuss intimacy during addiction and throughout recovery. How do we navigate rebuilding relationships with someone who has broken our trust? How do we become intimate with ourselves? Listen in as Dr. Emily shares tips on the types of hurdles we may encounter in our relationship with our recovering loved one.
Topics also discussed: Sex Intimacy Self-Care Relationships Addiction Trust Love
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Additional Resources: Website: https://emilyjamea.com/ Podcast: Sex and Love with Dr. Emily Jamea Instagram: @dremilyjamea Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Earning back trust starts small. When her husband was starting his recovery, she couldn't trust his words or actions so she relied on concrete examples of the truth: receipts. This physical proof that he was keeping his word was the foundation of earning back that trust. Katie will talk about her relationship with her husband, how the trust was broken in their relationship and give examples of ways to get it back.
Katie presented at the Soul Recovery Event hosted by Our Story Their Addiction in September 2021. Today we share her presentation as we know trust is such a crucial element in any relationship.
Topics also discussed: Control Addictive Mindset Recovery Trust Personal Growth Navigating Relationships Boundaries Personal Journey Addiction Hope Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Facebook: @boyproblemspod. www.recoveringtoo.com
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It’s been awhile since Katie, Jessica and Shannon spent time catching up. During their conversation a common thread emerges - control, or the absence of it. Listen in to hear how this common theme has been presented in each of our hosts' latest happenings. Topics also discussed:
Control Addictive Mindset Recovery Trust Personal Growth Navigating Relationships Boundaries Personal Journey Addiction Hope
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Lizzie is back! Listen in to hear how things have been going for her and Drew. She also answers some questions from our audience. Enjoy! Topics also discussed:
Recovery Infidelity Trust Personal Growth Self-care Personal Journey Addiction Hope
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Join us as we talk to Overdose Lifeline Founder and Executive Director, Justin Phillips. Motivated by her son’s death from an overdose she formed Overdose Lifeline to provide resources she felt were missing while assisting her son through his substance abuse disorder diagnosis. Years later Overdose Lifeline provides critical services and education tools for loved ones and medical professionals wanting to better support others battling this disease. Topics also discussed:
Overdose Naloxone Recovery Drugs Addiction Substance abuse disorder CRAFT
Additional Resources: Overdose Lifeline: https://www.overdoselifeline.org/ CRAFT: https://www.soberfamilies.com/about-craft Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Website: recoveringtoo.com Facebook: @boyproblemspod
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We’re so excited for you to hear from our guest, Angie from Our Story Their Addiction. Angie speaks for the first time about her experience with infidelity during her spouse’s addiction and how she navigates relationships now. She’s a joy and we’re grateful we got to chat with her!
Topics also discussed:
- Recovery
- Infidelity
- Trust
- Personal Growth
- Self-care
- Personal Journey
- Addiction
- Hope
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Instagram: @our.story.their.addiction
Website: https://ourstorytheiraddiction.com/
Virtual Conference: Soul Recovery - Turning Trauma into Triumph
When: Sep 18, 2021 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Today we welcome Mrs. L from @addictionmakesthree. We’re so excited to share her story with you - she’s one of us and has created a safe, encouraging and honest community through her instagram. Listen in to meet Mrs. L!
Topics also discussed:
- Recovery
- Personal Growth
- Self-care
- Personal Journey
- Addiction
- Hope
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Today Jessica shares about Casey being California Sober and what that means for them. Also, the girls announce they're starting a virtual support group! Listen in to hear the latest.
Topics also discussed:
Recovery
Personal Growth
Anonymity
Self-care
Personal Journey
Addiction
Hope
Additional resources
https://www.confidentialrecovery.com/blog/is-it-okay-to-be-california-sober/
https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=California%20Sober
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TODAY IS A BIG DAY! And, it’s been a long time coming. It’s been almost two years since the girls started this podcast as Alex, Elise and Liz. A lot has changed. A lot of growth has taken place and today they’ve decided to strip away the anonymity and share their real names and their faces with you. Listen in as they discuss how they came to this decision and what they hope for the podcast moving forward.
Topics also discussed:
Recovery
Personal Growth
Anonymity
Self-care
Personal Journey
Addiction
Hope
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Meet Steve's Mom! Annette is the daughter, sister and mother of people struggling with Substance Use Disorder. Listen in as she talks about her the disease that runs through her family and shares why she hasn't told anyone about Steve's recovery.
Topics also discussed:
Families in recovery.
Addiction
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Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Dr. Zoe Shaw joins the girls today to share her wisdom on self-care, codependency, boundaries and so much more. She’s a therapist turned author, podcaster and life coach that focuses on helping women redefine themselves. She’s a delight and we can’t wait for you to hear more from her!
Topics also discussed:
- Boundaries
- Codependency
- Self-Care
- Recovery
- Intuition
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Additional Resources:
Dr. Zoe Shaw (Website): https://drzoeshaw.com/
Dr. Zoe Shaw (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/drzoeshaw/?hl=en
A Year of Self-Care: link
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Meet Sarah Weston, a licensed alcohol and drug counselor at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. She has a long history in working in the addiction space and a special interest in working with young adults, women and families. Sarah shares some insights on how to find a treatment center and what to expect as you navigate seeking recovery for the first time.
Topics also discussed:
- Recovery Centers
- Recovery Intake
- Families in recovery
- Recovery options
- Education
- Recovery
- Addiction
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Additional Resources:
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org / Phone Number: 1-877-830-4148
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Today we discuss how the stigma of addiction prevents us from sharing our stories with those closest to us. And, how this leads to the feeling of isolation that typically comes with navigating substance abuse recovery. We hope this episode helps you navigate this conversation with the people in your support network or at the very least reassures you that you. are. not. alone. Send this to someone that you need to be by your side.
Topics also discussed:
- Support systems
- Stigma
- Self-care
- Allies for Addiction
- Education
- Active addiction
- Recovery
- Addiction
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Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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On today’s episode we speak to Dr. Whitman, a dentist and advocate for the safe use of narcotics in medical practices. With him we get a glimpse into ways to ensure proper pain management with patients seeking dental care in recovery. This episode will help those of us supporting our loved ones through recovery learn more about how to advocate for treatment that meets the unique challenges of recovery.
Topics also discussed:
- Trust
- Pill Shopping
- Pain Management
- Active addiction
- Recovery
- Relapse
- Addiction
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Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Special episode! Listen in as Alex and her dad, Fred, discuss her stepmom’s active addiction and the challenges he’s faced navigating the chaos. Fred also shares his relationship with alcohol while he and Alex discuss if it’s a healthy one for him. Most of all though, they weigh the all important question - how long do we wait? We love this conversation and hope the telling of his story helps you navigate yours.
Topics also discussed:
- Trust
- Active addiction
- Overdose
- Recovery
- Relapse
- Alcohol
- Boundaries
- Relationships
- Addiction
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Twitter: @boyprobspodcast
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Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/g the way.
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Lizzie is back! Hear the latest from Lizzie, Elise and Alex during this check-in episode. The girls discuss the idea of relapse behaviors without the actual relapse (mindblowing, right?!). Lizzie shares some challenges she and her husband are facing and how to navigate trust with your recovering partner. Topics also discussed:
Trust
Recovery
Relapse
Alcohol
Boundaries
Relationships
Addiction
Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Join us as we talk to We The Village Founder and CEO, Jane Macky. Her partner’s journey through addiction, then recovery, inspired her to offer more to the community of fellow family members going through the same things. She’s recently launched online courses with coaching. We discuss this and her philosophy on helping clients reach their goals. She’s a gem and we know you’ll love her!
Topics also discussed:
- Recovery
- Marriage
- Moderation
- Drugs
- Addiction
- Substance abuse disorder
- Online community
- CRAFT
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Additional Resources:
We The Village: https://wethevillage.co/
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Meet Kat. She’s one of us - has a long story about a person she loved who struggled with addiction. Listen in to learn more about her road to recovery. She’s a badass - we can’t even believe how much she has accomplished through her journey. Topics also discussed:
Recovery Divorce Addiction with young kids Drugs Addiction Substance abuse disorder
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Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Even years into this recovery journey, triggers arise - for us and our recovering loved ones. Today we discuss some of the recent triggers that have challenged our trust recently and how we’re working to manage our expectations and boundaries.
Topics also discussed:
- Recovery
- Marriage
- Trust
- Money management
- Drugs
- Addiction
- Substance abuse disorder
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Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Join us as we talk to Overdose Lifeline Founder and Executive Director, Justin Phillips. Motivated by her son’s death from an overdose she formed Overdose Lifeline to provide resources she felt were missing while assisting her son through his substance abuse disorder diagnosis. Years later Overdose Lifeline provides critical services and education tools for loved ones and medical professionals wanting to better support others battling this disease.
Topics also discussed:
- Overdose
- Naloxone
- Recovery
- Drugs
- Addiction
- Substance abuse disorder
- CRAFT
Additional Resources:
Overdose Lifeline: https://www.overdoselifeline.org/
CRAFT: https://www.soberfamilies.com/about-craft
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Today's episode is a tough one, but sadly we know it's a reality many have had to experience. Our friend Ashlee shares about her husband's addiction, which ultimately led to his death from an overdose nearly 5 years ago. We are grateful to Ashlee for her willingness to be so open in order to help others. The best thing about this community is the support we gain from hearing others' stories.
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Congrats on making it through 2020! We know the end of the year can be tough with holiday stressors, and all of us have had negative experiences during this time in the past. In today's episode, we share the challenges we faced and how we handled our triggers.
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By definition, codependency is excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner, typically one who requires support on account of an illness or addiction. In our partners’ early recovery we were introduced to this word, and it was a game changer. Today we are honored to speak with Jay Harpring, a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC) who has been in the field of addiction for over 20 years. Jay led the family support group we were all a part of and was a huge influence in all our our lives. Jay shares 20 questions to ask yourself if you feel you might be codependent, the effects codependency can have on relationships and some resources to help break the cycle. Topics also discussed: Codependence Recovery Relapse Drugs Addiction Substance abuse disorder Opioid Use Disorder Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Books: Facing Codependence - Pia Mellody, Set Yourself Free - Shirley Smith, Codependent No More - Melody Beatttie, Changes That Heal - Dr. Henry Cloud
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We’ve been talking about this for a year?! Today’s episode is a walk down memory lane. We discuss our favorite episodes, lessons learned and this crazy journey that is addiction. Thank you for joining us on this ride, we hope you keep coming back. Topics also discussed:
Recovery Relapse Drugs Addiction Substance abuse disorder Opioid Use Disorder
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Today we discuss the science of addiction with Dr. Greer, a physician trained in addiction medicine who serves as the director and physician for Bowen Recovery Center, an opioid recovery center. She sheds light on how addiction impacts the brain, medical assisted treatments and how we can help change the stigma around addiction. Topics also discussed:
Medical assisted treatments Recovery Relapse Drugs Addiction Stigma Substance abuse disorder Opioid Use Disorder Mental health
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Alex recently started to see some familiar traits with one of her family members and Charlie. She shares about her experience on the other side of things and how it's affecting her.
Topics also discussed: Trust, Group and Individual Therapy, Empowerment, Self-care, Recovery, Relapse, Drugs, Boundaries, Relationships, Medically Assisted Treatment. Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Overdose Lifeline: https://www.overdoselifeline.org/ Layperson Naloxone Administration Course: https://www.overdoselifeline.org/opioid-training-and-courses/layperson-naloxone-administration/
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As a mother, one of my worst fears is my children having to experience my partner high. Millions of children have parents who have substance abuse disorder, and it’s heartbreaking to think that they experience addiction every day. Today we talk to Al whose dad was addicted to crack cocaine and unfortunately died from the disease of addiction. Al shares stories from his childhood and reflects on how that has shaped who is today. He talks about the confusion and disappointment, but also the love he felt from his dad. We appreciate Al opening up to us about his life, the pain of losing his dad, and how his views on addiction have evolved. Topics also discussed: Recovery Relapse Lying Mental health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: coda.org/ Al-Anon: al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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While some of us have experienced physical separation from our partners, all of us experienced emotional separation which can be so difficult. Today we discuss the toll separation took on our relationships and our own mental health. Elise shares how she and Steve basically didn't talk for 2 years, Lizzie discusses the financial drain when Drew moved out and Liz remembers how painful even looking at home decor was when Jake was out using. We also share some positive things that came from the separation.
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Navigating early recovery with a loved one is TOUGH. Something we've learned over the years is writing out a contract with your loved one can help when so many things are new. Contracts can make really hard decisions a bit easier. Today we all share how we've used contracts with our partners and what that did for our relationships and ourselves. We also talk about how our contracts have changed over the years and why it's good to continually update them If you don't know where to start with your own contract, reach out (hello@boyproblemspod.com) and we'd be happy to send you our template.
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Overdose is a scary reality for many of us dealing with an addicted loved one. While all of our partners have overdosed many times during active use, they have all lived to see another day and seek treatment. Today we share our experiences with finding our loved ones OD’ed and dealing with the consequences that follow. We also talk about naloxone, which rapidly reverse an opioid overdose, and Vivitrol and Suboxone which block the opioid receptors in the brain.
September is addiction awareness month. Please help us fight the stigma!
Topics also discussed: Trust Group and Individual Therapy Empowerment Self-care Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Medically Assisted Treatment Recovery Awareness Month Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Overdose Lifeline: https://www.overdoselifeline.org/ Layperson Naloxone Administration Course: https://www.overdoselifeline.org/opioid-training-and-courses/layperson-naloxone-administration/
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Where does your loved one go when they can no longer live with you and needs support for their substance use disorder? Halfway houses / recovery houses are an option for those who are trying to get and stay clean. Today we speak with Elliott who works at a recovery facility and is in recovery himself. He shares about his addiction and about his role working for a recovery house. Topics also discussed: Trust Group and individual therapy Empowerment Self-care Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Meet Justin, a recovering alcoholic. In this episode the girls and Justin discuss the ups and downs of recovery, how relationships are impacted and what life looks like one year sober.
Topics also discussed: Trust Higher power Recovery Relapse Alcohol Boundaries Relationships Addiction
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After taking some time off after the birth of her son, Alex is back! She shares how taking care of a newborn during a pandemic has gone. We also get updates on how Alex and Charlie's relationship has gone over the past few months and how much energy she spends thinking about his addiction / relapses. Liz talks about Jake just being released from jail and what her feelings where before he went in and after he got out. She also answers some questions about where she see's her relationship is going with Jake.
Topics also discussed:
Recovery
Relapse
Lying
Mental health
Relationships
Addiction
Therapy
Self-care
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National Helpline: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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One of the toughest things in early recovery is triggers. Triggers not only for the addict but for the loved ones too. Even the simplest of things like a phone call or looking at your partners eyes can bring back so many painful memories of their use. Today we discuss some of our triggers we've had along the way as well as some of the milestones we've celebrated. We also share about how are able to move through the emotions of our triggers and share them with our loved ones.
Topics also discussed:
Treatment
Recovery
Relapse
Lying
Mental health
Relationships
Addiction
Therapy
Self-care
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After almost a year of recording we finally got to record with Steve. He shares about his recovery over these past five years and how his mindset around drugs has changed. "Do the kids keep you sober" is a question Steve and Elise hear often. Steve tells us about his motivation for staying sober and what the future might look like. They dive into Steve's relapses and how he didn't understand he was an addict until he was admitted into rehab. Topics also discussed: Trust - Anger - Recovery - Relapse - Drugs - Boundaries - Relationships - Addiction Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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"He's a heroin addict....yep, that's what I said. Isn't is a beautiful day outside?" HA
For many of us telling friends, family, co-workers and basically anyone that our loved ones are addicts is SCARY! Today we dive into our coming out stories with the people around us. What we've found is almost every time we tell someone they reply back with "oh, yeah my X is an addict / alcoholic". Why if addiction affects 1 in 7 of us do we not talk about it more? Enjoy! Trigger warning: this episode contains a story about a suicide attempt. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Antabuse Mental health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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For many, sex is an important part of their relationship. Today we discuss how sex changed during our partners’ active addiction and in recovery. Liz shares about lingering insecurities after Jake showed no sexual interest in her during his active addiction. Elise talks about how she and Steve didn't have sex for two years. Lizzie shares about Drew's infidelity when she was pregnant. All three women reflect on the red flags that they did or didn’t notice and the work they have done individually and with their partners to rebuild the intimacy. Topics also discussed: Trust Group and individual therapy Empowerment Self-care Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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We are so thankful Kerri Leach and Lindsay Locasto took some time to share their stories with us. Both women lost their siblings to the disease of addiction. Through their grief they connected with one another and started a group called 7 Sisters. The work of 7 Sisters is so inspiring. Their mission is to bring opioid awareness to the community through education and informative opportunities to eliminate the stigma of addiction and advocate for recovery options.
In this episode we talk about their family dynamics and the advice they have for others experiencing a similar situation. We also learn more about the amazing work 7 Sisters does, such as hosting local events and monthly family meetings moderated by a therapist. For more information on all the amazing things 7 Sisters is doing please visit their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/pg/7sistersstoppingthestigma or you can connect with them via email: 7sistersevv@gmail.com
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Jake has agreeded to chat with us about his battle with addicition over the last 19 years. With over 100 days clean he opens up about his relapses, his relationship with Liz and some advice for family members. Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: coda.org/ Al-Anon: al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: findtreatment.samhsa.gov
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What to tell....what not to tell...that is the question. :) Today we talk about how we deal with our family and our partners family before and after recovery. We share why we sometimes choose not to tell family about relapses and all the details of our partners active use. We give our advice about how to best support someone who is dealing with a spouse or loved one in active addiction or recovery. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Family Counseling Mental Health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Unfortunately many of us have had to put ourselves in risky situations because of our loved ones addiction. Today we share some of those times that thankfully turned out okay. Topics also discussed: Trust Anger Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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As social distancing continues, we thought we would get the boys together and hear their thoughts on recovery during the pandemic. Jake and Charlie share their perspective since newly clean from relapses and Steve shares what routines have done for his recovery. Find out what they say about how loved ones have helped them through addiction and recovery. Topics also discussed: Judgement Stigma Fear Recovery Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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In the past few weeks our world has been completely changed. Today we share our feelings on how Covid-19 is affecting our recovery and our partners recovery. Topics also discussed: Fear Money Recovery Drugs Relapse Addiction in families Boundaries Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Virtual Meetings: https://unityrecovery.org/
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Worrying about relapse, being let down in the past and making sure we protect ourselves are things we think about often. In today's episode we talk about how we couldn't and sometimes still can't count on our partners. Elise shares how years of lying and use still bring up feelings of anger. Alex shares about her interesting conversation with Charlie and Liz talks about how Jake being in a halfway house is disruptive to their relationship. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Antabuse Mental health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: coda.org/ Al-Anon: al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Early recovery is hard...SO hard. It's hard for our loved one but also hard on the ones supporting the addict on this new journey. Today we share stories of the early days with our partners. We talk about how recovery must always come first in our partners lives, how new everything is and how we learned to cope in those early days and months. If you are struggling with the early recovery days like we did, please reach out. We are here to support you in any way we can because we've been there. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Antabuse Mental health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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In today's episode we talk to Darleen and Randy. Randy has been in recovery for almost 20 years and Darleen has stuck by his side. We hear insights into how they've come so far and how they raised their children with a father in recovery. They also share concerns about their youngest son being addicted to alcohol. Topics also discussed: Love through addiction Recovery Self-Care Relationships Addiction Boundaries Personal growth Personal development Therapy
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Addiction takes its toll on the entire family. Today, we discuss how our lives have changed throughout each of our journeys through addiction and recovery. We’ve all grown and learned a lot throughout the process and spend a little time reflecting on the good and the bad.
Topics also discussed:
- Love through addiction
- Recovery
- Self-Care
- Relationships
- Addiction
- Boundaries
- Personal growth
- Personal development
- Therapy
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In today’s episode, a friend of ours, Lizzie, joins us to share her experience navigating addiction and recovery with her spouse. Lizzie, a wife and mother, shares how she supports her husband, teaches her kids about addiction and works through her own anger and resentments to keep taking it one day at a time. Trigger warning: this episode contains a story about a suicide attempt. Topics also discussed:
Treatment Recovery Relapse Antabuse Mental health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care
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Today Alex, Elise and Liz get personal and share why they’ve stayed with their loved one through their addiction and recovery. It’s something they get asked frequently (or even ask themselves!) and can be difficult to understand from the outside looking in. Hopefully this conversation provides a better glimpse into the complicated relationship with a loved one recovering from addiction. Topics also discussed:
Love through addiction Recovery Relapse Self-Care Relationships Addiction Boundaries
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In this week's episode we hear some good news about Jake. Liz also shares some valuable tips when taking your loved one into a treatment center. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Drugs Relationships Addiction Loving Support Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Bruce Perkins Notes When is it time to intervene? This is something we’ve all struggled with as we’ve assisted our loved ones through their recovery. In today’s episode, we talk with interventionist Bruce Perkins. Bruce is a recovering person and licensed counselor that has conducted over 2,000 interventions with a 95% success rate. You can learn more about Bruce at http://www.bruceperkins.com/. Topics also discussed:
Interventions Treatment Recovery Relapse Drugs Relationships Addiction Loving Support
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Episode 9 Notes Anger is something we’ve all dealt with living with our recovering addict spouses. In today’s episode, we discuss the different ways each of us processes and deals with our anger and how we forgive and move forward with our relationships. Topics also discussed:
Trust Anger Self-care Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction
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Alex has an update to share.
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Episode Notes: In this weeks episode we chat with Charlie. He and Alex shares stories about his recovery, relapses and their relationship.
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National Helpline: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
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Episode Notes Today we sit down for a check-in. In recovery based meetings, check-ins are a way to give an update on your progress, setbacks and achievements. As family members in a recovery of our own, this serves as a way to gain feedback on the things happening today and be held accountable for also taking care of ourselves despite whatever else is happening. During this conversation: Elise shares a big step in her recovery. Alex shares about Charlie's recent relapse and how she is handling that while being prengant. Liz shares updates on Jake and where he stands with his recovery and their break-up. Topics also discussed: Emotional Boundaries Addiction Relapse Halfway (Recovery) House Programs Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Happy Holidays? Today we talk about how to navigate holiday traditions, parties and visits with friends and family with a loved one in recovery. This episode touches on some basic relapse prevention tools, holiday triggers and how to care for you, and your family, during what can be a stressful time for most of us. We hope, that with a little support, you can enjoy the holidays drug and alcohol free with your closest loved ones. Topics also discussed:
Relapse prevention Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction Anxiety Escape plans Realistic expectations Gratitude
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Articles used for this episode: Families and Addiction - Surviving the Season of Stress - https://www.socialworktoday.com/archive/111511p10.shtml Tips for Staying Sober During the Holidays - https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/articles/tips-for-enjoying-sober-holidays Why are the Holidays so Stressful to People in Addiction Recovery - https://www.workithealth.com/blog/why-are-holidays-stressful-to-people-in-addiction-recovery
Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Episode 5 Notes Boundaries are an essential component of a healthy relationship with an addict. In today’s episode we discuss boundaries, how to implement them, how they evolve through different stages of addiction and recovery and most importantly, how to make yourself a priority along the way. Topics also discussed:
Trust Group and individual therapy Empowerment Self-care Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction
Articles mentioned in today’s episode: https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/articles/boundaries-in-addiction-recovery Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Episode 4 Notes Today we discuss the topic of anonymity with a licensed therapist. All three women explore why they keep their stories of living with addiction separated from their “normal” lives. The shame, guilt and internal struggle of fear and judgement are all factors that weigh into these individual choices. Topics also discussed:
Privacy Judgement Stigma Fear Recovery Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction
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Show notes: Bonus: Check-in with Liz Today we have a bonus episode to check-in with Liz on recent happenings with her and Jake, her boyfriend of 9 years. This episode is a casual conversation we hope will show the ups and downs of addiction with a loved one and how we can protect ourselves during the chaos. Topics also discussed:
Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction Halfway house Treatment options
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Episode 3 Notes Today we discuss the challenge and importance of trust in our relationships with addicts. Each one of us comes from a different perspective to share insights on how trust has evolved (and devolved) throughout addiction and recovery. Topics also discussed:
Trust Money Recovery Drugs Overdose Relapse Addiction in families Boundaries
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Today we discuss life before we knew our spouses were addicts, or what addiction even meant for our relationships. We take a deep dive into the chaos that tends to surround family members during their loved ones active addiction. Each of us goes into some level of detail about the events leading up to our spouses seeking treatment for addiction. During this conversation:
All three women share stories from their relationships before their spouse was in recovery.
Topics also discussed:
Active Addiction DUIs Recovery Drugs Relationship Dysfunction during addiction Opioid Addiction Suboxone Intuition
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Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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Episode Notes Today we sit down for our first check-in. In recovery based meetings, check-ins are a way to give an update on your progress, setbacks and achievements. As family members in a recovery of our own, this serves as a way to gain feedback on the things happening today and be held accountable for also taking care of ourselves despite whatever else is happening. During this conversation: Elise shares about the struggles of Steve’s nicotine withdrawal - he claims they’re worse than his detox from hard drugs! Alex shares about how she maintains emotional boundaries in her relationship with her recovering husband and how this has been especially difficult since he’s moved back home after 6 months in a recovery house. Liz seeks input on her boyfriend’s recent relapse and provides insight into how she caught him in a lie about using again. Topics also discussed: Emotional Boundaries Addiction Relapse Halfway (Recovery) House Programs
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Additional Resources:
Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/
Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/
National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
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