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Do They Really Need to Hit Rock Bottom?

Author
Di McQueen & Dr. Brian Jackson
Published
Tue 08 Apr 2025
Episode Link
https://sites.libsyn.com/402638/do-they-really-need-to-hit-rock-bottom

A revealing exploration of the common belief that people with addiction must "hit rock bottom" before they can recover. This episode challenges that notion, offering a different perspective: rock bottom is simply when someone decides to stop digging. We discuss the consequences along the addiction "elevator ride down," how to recognize opportunities for intervention, and the delicate balance between supporting recovery and enabling addiction.

Learn practical guidance on setting healthy boundaries without abandoning compassion, how to detach with love, and why your happiness shouldn't be contingent on someone else's recovery. Whether you're financially supporting a loved one or emotionally intertwined with their struggles, this conversation provides clarity on when helping actually hurts.

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