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Join host Margaret Swift Thompson a Hazelden Betty Ford counselor for over 20 years in the field of chemical dependency. Along with her guests they will explore the stories, experiences, struggles and victories of people who loves someone with the disease of addiction. The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast was born out of the passion Margaret feels about giving a voice to the family experience, which is rarely heard, and sadly under served. If you love someone who is addicted, grab a cup of coffee and listen to our conversations. You will hear your story and strategies to stop being held hostage by the disease.
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In this episode, Mallory Henry, a senior coordinator of education at Caron Treatment Center, shares her personal journey as the sibling of someone in recovery. Mallory's powerful story sheds light on the often-overlooked challenges faced by siblings in families affected by addiction, and the critical need for self-care and healing in the recovery journey.Support the showClick here to grab your copy of Healthy Strategies for Family Members to Cope and Even Thrive Through Addiction and re...
In this episode, Bob and Joe, cofounders of East West Recovery Coaches, return to explore the vital role of self-care and family support in the recovery journey. They’ll share the personal practices that keep them grounded and resilient—tools that can benefit anyone navigating life's challenges. But recovery doesn’t happen in a vacuum, and they dive deep into the importance of family healing after an intervention. Together, they discuss how continued family support not only aids individual re...
Today I'm incredibly honored to welcome 2 guests whose personal stories of resilience recovery and friendship are truly inspiring. Bob and Joe are not only men in long term recovery but also dedicated fathers who have faced challenges of addiction with their own families.With years of experience navigating demanding careers and the complexities of parenting through recovery their bond as sponsor and friend has shaped their journey. Both are committed to working their programs daily knowi...
Welcome back to The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast. Today I continue my conversation with Linda and Stephen, two of the stars of the documentary feature film, Our American Family. Our American Family is a courageous film made by a courageous family who generously allow us into their lives so the world can understand better the impact of this disease on a family system. In this episode Linda and Stephen talk about the impact on themselves and their other family members. They share h...
We’re kicking off the 5th season of the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast with an incredible conversation featuring Linda and Stephen from the documentary feature film 'Our American Family.' This radically honest portrait dives deep into the generational impact of addiction and the strength it takes to heal as a family. Linda, born into addiction, shares her powerful story of resilience, while Stephen opens up about navigating the disease within their family system. Don’t miss this moving episo...
Hey there! I wanted to share this episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast with you. In this episode, Julianne Griffin, the founder of Blank Space Recovery and Swift Steps, talks about creating an open, accepting, and supportive environment for Swifties to share their experiences and find wellness. They use Taylor Swift's music as a way to help people in recovery who may not connect with traditional 12-step programs. Make sure to listen all the way to the end for a fun update on my summ...
Welcome back to the final episode of Season 4 of the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast. Today, we conclude our conversation with Terra Carbert, sharing her personal experiences with gambling addiction and recovery. Terra highlights the value of having a sponsor and participating in therapy.Terra also discussed the need for safe and inclusive online and offline spaces and the potential benefits of online meetings for bridging the gap for those lacking access to in-person meetings. Additiona...
Welcome back to the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast. I am eager to continue Terra's story, where she shares more about her journey with her gambling addiction and the poignant moment when she surrendered and asked for help. Terra shares about how recovery evolves and the work she had to do regarding her obsession with people pleasing. We also discuss the challenges of early recovery and the need to prioritize one's recovery.Let's get back to Terra Carbert, the founder of the Self Discovery Si...
Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to Terra Carbert, the founder of the Self Discovery Sisterhood, coach, and host of the Ambitious Addicts podcast. Terra shares her story of growing up with the family disease of addiction and experiencing loss at a young age. Terra opens up about her gambling addiction and how she seeks support to keep her recovery a priority. Let's meet Terra, a self-described "human who gives a damn." #embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #gamblingaddiction #ambitiousa...
Welcome back to the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast. Today, I conclude my conversation with Jaclyn Brown. We discuss how grief has affected her personal life and marriage, and how she has navigated this along with her own recovery journey. Jaclyn also shares her approach to advocacy and how you can learn more about it as well.Jaclyn works as the Family Advisory Committee Liaison for Mobilize Recovery. She owns Stay Golden Coaching & Consultingand Jaclyn Kane Creations Recovery. #embr...
Welcome back to the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast. Jaclyn Brown who at the end of last episode shared the social media reactions and comments to her brother’s death and today we begin with a public service announcement of suggestions of a few does and don'ts when people are grieving. Jaclyn dives into processing social stigma and highlights the need for education around harm reduction.Jaclyn works as the Family Advisory Committee Liaison for Mobilize Recovery. She owns Stay Golden Coac...
Today, I am honored to introduce you to Jaclyn Brown. She lost her younger brother, Marc, to a heroin overdose on November 16, 2018. Since then, she has become very passionate about advocacy and education around the topics of substance use, mental health, and harm reduction. Jaclyn works with family members in advocacy to provide education and resources and empower other family members to use their voices and stories to effect change in their communities. She left corporate America to pursue ...
Today, we return with Casey Arrillaga, a man in long-term recovery and author of numerous books, including 'Mommy's Getting Sober' and 'Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions.' Casey is a social worker and addiction counselor with Windmill Wellness and co-host of the podcast Addiction and the Family: Finding Recovery Together. In this final episode with Casey, we discuss navigating the ups and downs of recovery within a couple and a family. C...
Today, we return with Casey Arrillaga, a man in long-term recovery and author of numerous books, including 'Mommy's Getting Sober' and 'Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions.' Casey is a social worker and addiction counselor with Windmill Wellness and co-host of the podcast Addiction and the Family: Finding Recovery Together. Today, Casey does an excellent job of teaching about sex and love addiction. You might want to listen to this episode twic...
Today, I have the privilege of introducing you to Casey Arrillaga, a man in long-term recovery and author of numerous books, including 'Mommy's Getting Sober' and 'Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions.' Casey is a social worker and addiction counselor with Windmill Wellness and co-host of the podcast Addiction and the Family: Finding Recovery Together. As we begin, you will hear Casey's story documents an inner resilience that is astounding from...
Today is the final day of my series of conversations with Jorja Jamison. Jorja's book description summarizes her journey so well, "Imagine landing your dream job as an addiction psychologist at the nation's most famous alcohol and drug treatment facility. You've spent eight grueling years earning your Master's and Doctorate degrees in a program you were never supposed to get into, and you've been identified as a rising star in the field. At every turn, leaders are praising you for your abilit...
Welcome back to my second episode with Jorja Jamison, the author of Wounded Healing: The Art and Soul of Surthrival, which will be published in Fall 2024.Today, Jorja shares the challenges of being a healer with a substance use disorder, navigating recovery without believing in God, the role of shame in her story, and listen for Jorja's description of the shift from chasing to contentment.#embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #author #jorjajamison #woundedhealing #hazeldenbettyfordfound...
Today I am excited to introduce you to Jorja Jamison. Jorja has written a book called ‘Wounded Healing, The Art and Soul of Surthrival,’ which will be published this fall - you are getting a sneak peak.Jorja gives one of the clearest descriptions of powerlessness I have heard as she shares the story of addiction within her family, her own personal surrender to recovery. This conversation stirred many memories and feelings up for me as we shared some painful similarities while working in...
Welcome back to the final episode of our interview with Will Thatcher, the author of the addiction fiction novel, 'Killing Hurt.' In this episode, we'll discuss life expectations, self-judgment, and the power of other people as mirrors and messengers from our higher power in recovery. Will also shares some insights on his experience writing "Killing Hurt" and reveals what he has planned next as an author.#embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #addictionfiction #willthatcher #KillingHurt ...
Have you ever heard of Addiction Fiction? How about Sober Fiction? Will Thatcher, the author of Killing Hurt, had not either, and he wrote this entertaining novel, which is exactly that. Learn the why, and how, and hear Will's journey to writing 'Killing Hurt'. Let's get back to Will Thatcher.#embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #addictionfiction #willthatcher #KillingHurt #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #famil...
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