Breaking the Stigma: How to Ask for Help and Prioritize Your Well-being in Addiction Recovery

02/03/2023 42 min
Breaking the Stigma: How to Ask for Help and Prioritize Your Well-being in Addiction Recovery

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Clare Waismann, M-RAS/SUDCC II, Waismann Method® and Domus Retreat founder, and David Livingston, LMFT talk about how to effectively ask for help when struggling with addiction or dependency, emphasizing the importance of accepting one's needs and prioritizing personal well-being. They discuss the obstacles that may prevent people from seeking help, such as feelings of isolation, overwhelming stress, mental health issues, or the reactions of others. The conversation concludes with a focus on maintaining a positive attitude and celebrating successes while acknowledging setbacks and challenges as normal and expected in the recovery journey.   >>> EPISODE TRANSCRIPT

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