I’m in Recovery, but My Partner Is in Active Addiction - a podcast by Robert Weiss, PhD, MSW and Tami VerHelst
from 2023-04-19T17:38:16
Dr. Rob and Tami answer a question from someone who is in recovery, but their partner is not. Is there hope for this relationship? Dr. Rob breaks down why you have to focus on your own journey if you want to get the most out of your sobriety. Maybe your partner will come around, maybe not. Dr. Rob and Tami explain what this means for you.
TAKEAWAYS:
[1:05] How can I get over the betrayal and his relapse?
[7:00] One session once a week is just not going to cut it.
[10:30] Most addicts will say they’re a good father. Dr. Rob calls them out on that.
[14:30] I’m on the path to recovery but my partner is still in active addiction. What can I do?
[20:55] Dr. Rob shares resources you can use to help you on your recovery journey.
[25:10] Get yourself help and put yourself on the right path with an expert that knows what they’re doing.
RESOURCES:
Email Tami: Tami@Seekingintegrity.com
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