Boy Problems Podcast

Boy Problems Podcast

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Boy Problems Podcast episodes

  • 26. Meet Steve
    After almost a year of recording we finally got to record with Steve. He shares about his recovery over these past five years and how his mindset around drugs has changed. "Do the kids keep you sober" is a question Steve and Elise hear often. Steve tells us about his motivation for staying sober and what the future might look like. They dive into Steve's relapses and how he didn't understand he was an addict until he was admitted into rehab. Topics also discussed: Trust - Anger - Recovery - Relapse - Drugs - Boundaries - Relationships - Addiction Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
    57 min
  • 25. Coming Out

    "He's a heroin addict....yep, that's what I said. Isn't is a beautiful day outside?" HA

    For many of us telling friends, family, co-workers and basically anyone that our loved ones are addicts is SCARY! Today we dive into our coming out stories with the people around us. What we've found is almost every time we tell someone they reply back with "oh, yeah my X is an addict / alcoholic". Why if addiction affects 1 in 7 of us do we not talk about it more? Enjoy!  Trigger warning: this episode contains a story about a suicide attempt. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Antabuse Mental health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/

    52 min
  • 24. Sex and Intimacy
    For many, sex is an important part of their relationship. Today we discuss how sex changed during our partners’ active addiction and in recovery. Liz shares about lingering insecurities after Jake showed no sexual interest in her during his active addiction. Elise talks about how she and Steve didn't have sex for two years. Lizzie shares about Drew's infidelity when she was pregnant. All three women reflect on the red flags that they did or didn’t notice and the work they have done individually and with their partners to rebuild the intimacy. Topics also discussed: Trust Group and individual therapy Empowerment Self-care Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
    55 min
  • 23. 7 Sisters
    We are so thankful Kerri Leach and Lindsay Locasto took some time to share their stories with us. Both women lost their siblings to the disease of addiction. Through their grief they connected with one another and started a group called 7 Sisters. The work of 7 Sisters is so inspiring. Their mission is to bring opioid awareness to the community through education and informative opportunities to eliminate the stigma of addiction and advocate for recovery options.
    In this episode we talk about their family dynamics and the advice they have for others experiencing a similar situation. We also learn more about the amazing work 7 Sisters does, such as hosting local events and monthly family meetings moderated by a therapist. For more information on all the amazing things 7 Sisters is doing please visit their Facebook page. 
    https://www.facebook.com/pg/7sistersstoppingthestigma or you can connect with them via email: [email protected]
    Follow us at: 
    Instagram: @boyproblemspod 
    Twitter: @boyprobspodcast 
    Facebook: @boyproblemspod 
    Additional Resources: 
    Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ 
    Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ 
    Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ 
    National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline  
    Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
    45 min
  • 22. Meet Jake
    Jake has agreeded to chat with us about his battle with addicition over the last 19 years. With over 100 days clean he opens up about his relapses, his relationship with Liz and some advice for family members. Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: coda.org/ Al-Anon: al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: findtreatment.samhsa.gov
    1 hr 9 min
  • 21. Family Dynamics with Addiction
    What to tell....what not to tell...that is the question. :) Today we talk about how we deal with our family and our partners family before and after recovery. We share why we sometimes choose not to tell family about relapses and all the details of our partners active use. We give our advice about how to best support someone who is dealing with a spouse or loved one in active addiction or recovery. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Family Counseling Mental Health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
    50 min
  • 20. Risky Business
    Unfortunately many of us have had to put ourselves in risky situations because of our loved ones addiction. Today we share some of those times that thankfully turned out okay. Topics also discussed: Trust Anger Recovery Relapse Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
    43 min
  • 19. The Boys: Recovery in Isolation
    As social distancing continues, we thought we would get the boys together and hear their thoughts on recovery during the pandemic. Jake and Charlie share their perspective since newly clean from relapses and Steve shares what routines have done for his recovery. Find out what they say about how loved ones have helped them through addiction and recovery. Topics also discussed: Judgement Stigma Fear Recovery Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
    45 min
  • 18. Covid-19 Affecting Our Recovery
    In the past few weeks our world has been completely changed. Today we share our feelings on how Covid-19 is affecting our recovery and our partners recovery. Topics also discussed: Fear Money Recovery Drugs Relapse Addiction in families Boundaries Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/ Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Virtual Meetings: https://unityrecovery.org/
    43 min
  • 17. I Can't Count on You

    Worrying about relapse, being let down in the past and making sure we protect ourselves are things we think about often.  In today's episode we talk about how we couldn't and sometimes still can't count on our partners. Elise shares how years of lying and use still bring up feelings of anger. Alex shares about her interesting conversation with Charlie and Liz talks about how Jake being in a halfway house is disruptive to their relationship. Topics also discussed: Treatment Recovery Relapse Antabuse Mental health Relationships Addiction Therapy Self-care Follow us at: Instagram: @boyproblemspod Twitter: @boyprobspodcast Facebook: @boyproblemspod Additional Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous: coda.org/ Al-Anon: al-anon.org/ Nar-Anon: www.nar-anon.org/ National Helpline: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Treatment Locator: findtreatment.samhsa.gov/

    44 min

About Boy Problems Podcast

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Boy Problems Podcast is an open conversation about families navigating substance use disorder. Hosted by the Founders of Recovering Too, Katie, Jessica + Shannon bring you stories from different…