• 6 Ways Addiction Is Like A Fire (it doesn’t stop on it’s own) - Episode 77

  • Jun 23 2023
  • Length: 1 hr and 20 mins
  • Podcast

6 Ways Addiction Is Like A Fire (it doesn’t stop on it’s own) - Episode 77

  • Summary

  • Chris and Danny discuss the various similarities between fighting addiction and fighting a fire since Chris recently retired from the FDNY. They also discuss the importance of leverage, how intervention makes the once seemingly impossible now routine.


    Episode Highlights

    • The importance of not being discouraged by an initial "no" from an addicted loved one when suggesting rehab/treatment
    • Does an addicted person need to be "ready" for treatment, or is it more like a game of hide and seek?
    • How addicted individuals often want to stop their substance use, but struggle to act on it due to the nature of addiction
    • Emphasizing the need to separate an addicted loved one from the substance and not believing any promises they make while still using
    • How an individual's spirituality and clarity can be wiped out when using substances again
    • The importance of setting constraints or boundaries for the family members in coping with their loved one's addiction
    • Understanding the value of having the necessary skills to deal with a loved one's addiction and the importance of early intervention
    • The effectiveness of coaching and support for family members in dealing with their loved one's addiction and creating a healthier family dynamic
    • Sharing a story about a firefighter, emphasizing the importance of having a clear procedure and training for dealing with seemingly impossible situations
    • The struggle of watching people resist help while knowing the potential benefits of intervention


      Links and Resources from this Episode
    • https://whyintervention.com/
    • https://twitter.com/whyintervention
    • https://www.facebook.com/whyintervention/?ref=br_rs
    • https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2022/05/11/passenger-lands-plane-after-pilot-incapacitated-sot-dlt-vpx.cnn
    • https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/default/files/reports/rpt39443/2021NSDUHFFRRev010323.pdf  


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