The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast

The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast

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  • Ep 126 - Understanding Detachment: Karen Casey's Step to Living a Joyful and Balanced Life.

    As we continue our conversation with Karen Casey, she shares the benefits of embracing the concept of detachment. Karen is the best-selling author of thirty books, with her first one, 'Every Day a New Beginning: Meditation for Women,' celebrating its 40th anniversary.
    To think it began with journalling, as all her books have!
    Karen also shared her concept of how her Higher Power gives people assignments. Her story about Pat gives me the chills every time I hear it.
    Karen reads an excerpt from one of her books!

    #recovery #addiction #karencasey #author #eachdayanewbeginning #godmotherofwomeninrecovery #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity

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    20 min
  • Ep 125 - How Has Karen Casey Overcome Being Born a Codependent Alcoholic?

    In this episode, we meet the remarkable recovery pioneer Karen Casey, best-selling author of 'Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women,' the first daily meditation book written expressly for recovering women.
    Millions worldwide spend a few moments each day in quiet reflection, with Karen reading one of her 30 books.
    Karen believes she was born an alcoholic codependent. Today, we explore why she felt this way as she shares her remarkable journey, and we learn her working definition of codependency. 
    It's my honor to introduce you to Karen Casey!

    #recovery #addiction #karencasey #author #eachdayanewbeginning #godmotherofwomeninrecovery #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity

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    35 min
  • Ep 124 - Find Balance: Support Your Loved One and Yourself with Daily Care.

    In this final episode with Sheila Hyer, we talk about life with her son, Kevin, who is in recovery. 
     Sheila shares candidly the impact of the disease that still lingers and what she wishes she had known when her journey began. Sheila believes there is a reason for this and wants to help others.
    Sheila, Ed, and Kevin have taken this harrowing experience and are making a difference through The Hyer Calling Foundation. Kevin leads the Hyer Calling Foundation in inspiring work to create a world where a prior Substance Use Disorder is not a barrier to professional success. 

    #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #thehyercallingfoundation #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity

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    33 min
  • Ep 123 - Letting Fear Hold You Back? Break Free and Connect with Others Now.

    The losses and fear created by this family disease have not stopped Sheila. She is continuously learning and fighting to break free of the negative impact of this family disease.
    It is far too easy to look back with "should haves, would haves"; however, when living in the insanity of active addiction, the Monkey Chatter fuels isolation, shame, and fear.
    It is the nature of this cunning, baffling, and powerful disease.

    #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #thehyercallingfoundation #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity

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    30 min
  • Ep 122 - Rising Above Loss and Fear: Sheila's Inspiring Story of Resilience.

    I am delighted to begin my conversation with Sheila Hyer. 
    In today's episode, Sheila shares with us the story of how the disease of addiction has affected her throughout her life, not only as a registered nurse but as a family member who has witnessed and experienced its impact on multiple family members, from her mother to her sons. 
    Each relationship has had its unique impact on her life, and she bravely tells us about her youngest son's battle with a late-onset meth addiction that rocked her world.

    #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #thehyercallingfoundation #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity

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    32 min
  • Ep 121 - Why Understanding the Three-Legged Stool Metaphor was Crucial for Personal Growth

    In Dayna and Mazz's final episode, they dive into their recovery journey. They share valuable tools they have incorporated, how they have embraced life and travel, and the role alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages play in their recovery.
    This conversation is by no means a promotion of a person in recovery drinking non-alcoholic beverages or not. That is an individual decision between a recovering alcoholic and their sponsor. Mazz and Dayna are sharing their experience, strength, and hope.

    You can learn more about Mazz & Dayna, a couple who beat many odds, through the links below.

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/DailyDoseDrMarryDD
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/daily_dose_of_dr_marry_and_dd/
    YT: https://www.youtube.com/@dailydosedrmarrydd
    Website: https://www.daynadelval.com/category/dr-marry-and-me/

    #embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery  #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #DaynaDelVal #MazzMarry #DailyDoseDrMaryyDD #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity


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    36 min
  • Ep 120 - How the Disease of Addiction Distorts Reality in a Couple with Alcoholism.

    In this second episode with Dayna and Mazz, we hear the brutally honest story of the scary depths Mazz's disease took him in denying his alcoholism. Mazz shares how close he came to death. Dayna candidly shares the reality of facing her spouse's disease and recovery and how daunting this can be as a partner.

    You can learn more about Mazz & Dayna, a couple who beat many odds, through the links below.

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/DailyDoseDrMarryDD
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/daily_dose_of_dr_marry_and_dd/
    YT: https://www.youtube.com/@dailydosedrmarrydd
    Website: https://www.daynadelval.com/category/dr-marry-and-me/

    #embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery  #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #DaynaDelVal #MazzMarry #DailyDoseDrMaryyDD #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity

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    42 min
  • Ep 119 - Against All Odds: A Couple's Inspiring Journey Out of Naivety and Denial.

    A new episode of the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast is live!!
    Today, we meet Dayna Del Val and Mazz Marry. In this episode of the Embrace Family Recovery Podcast, Mazz shares his story of what it took to realize he was suffering from the disease of addiction.
    Dayna openly shares her side of the story, her painful journey inward, and the profound realizations she faced. Their story is a journey from naivety and denial to the stark realization alcoholism looks different from Hollywood's portrayal.
    You can learn more about Mazz & Dayna, a couple who beat many odds, through the links below.

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/DailyDoseDrMarryDD
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/daily_dose_of_dr_marry_and_dd/
    YT: https://www.youtube.com/@dailydosedrmarrydd
    Website: https://www.daynadelval.com/category/dr-marry-and-me/

    #embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery  #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #DaynaDelVal #MazzMarry #DailyDoseDrMaryyDD #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity

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    34 min
  • Ep 118 - When Love and Addiction Collide: The Challenging Choices We Face.

    In this episode, Annie Augustus Rose, author of 'Addicted, Our Strength Under the Influence' returns to share her unexpected journey of raising her grandchildren. Annie shares some heartbreaking decisions and actions she had to take with her children. 
    Annie's book offers numerous examples of the Monkey Chatter family members' experience, and a powerful addiction is the written words of family members sharing their stories.

    embracefamilyrecovery #podcast #AddictedOurStrengthUndertheInfluence #AnnieAugustusRose #author #SusanAvery #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices

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    39 min
  • Ep 117 - How Did Annie Find Strength To Advocate For Change in her Family?

    Today, we meet Annie Augustus Rose, who shares the deeply personal story of the disease within her family, from her grandfather to her children, and how she has faced numerous challenges head-on. Annie has authored her memoir, ' Addicted, Our Strength Under the Influence.' Annie shares how this book evolved, and her story is an inspiring story of strength and advocacy.

    Annie has permitted me to share that Annie Augustus Rose is her pen name. Annie is Susan Avery, and she wanted to include this link to a recent talk she gave in Vermont.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9slHB9esM8

    embracefamilyrecovery #podcast #AddictedOurStrengthUndertheInfluence #AnnieAugustusRose #author #SusanAvery #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices

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    29 min

About The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast

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Join host Margaret Swift Thompson a Hazelden Betty Ford counselor for over 20 years in the field of chemical dependency. Along with her guests they will explore the stories, experiences, struggles…