In this episode of Carrie's Always Talking, Carrie speaks with Jennifer Chase, who shares her personal journey through addiction, recovery, and the impact on her family. She discusses the generational cycles of addiction, the role of shame, and the importance of understanding addiction as a disease rather than a choice. Jennifer emphasizes the need for boundaries, coping mechanisms, and the significance of community support in recovery. She also highlights the misconceptions surrounding addiction and the challenges of codependency, ultimately advocating for empathy and compassion towards those struggling with addiction.Jennifer's Website:https://www.riseaddictionlc.com/If you have a story you'd like to tell, send me an email at [email protected]. I'd love to hear from you.You can also find me on Bluesky- @carrie-is-talking.bsky.social www.youtube.com/@carrie-always-talkingSend us a text

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