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A guide for Friends and Family: How to help a loved one with an addiction to Alcohol
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In episode 235 of the Sober Vibes podcast, I share practical, compassionate advice for family and friends supporting a loved one in early sobriety and how to help loved ones with addiction to alcohol.
Learn what to expect as your person navigates recovery, how to set healthy boundaries, and five powerful tips to protect your well-being along the way.
Whether you're a partner, sibling, friend, or parent, this episode will help you feel less alone and more empowered in your support role.
What you will learn in this episode:
- What it means when someone quits drinking
- 5 everyday things to expect in early sobriety
- How to avoid taking their behavior personally
- Tips to support them without enabling
- Why your healing is just as important
5 Key Takeaways for Loved Ones:
- Educate yourself about alcohol use disorder
- Set clear, guilt-free boundaries
- Prioritize your emotional and mental well-being
- Let go of control support, don’t fix
- Celebrate progress, not perfection
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Chapters
1. A guide for Friends and Family: How to help a loved one with an addiction to Alcohol (00:00:00)
2. Introduction for Loved Ones (00:00:31)
3. Expectations in Early Sobriety (00:08:54)
4. Supporting Without Controlling (00:17:38)
5. Setting Healthy Boundaries (00:26:21)
6. Managing Expectations and Celebrating Progress (00:31:33)
7. Concluding Thoughts and Resources (00:36:32)
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