How To Cope With The Dope
Navigating the challenges of loving someone with substance use disorder can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. This podcast combines personal experiences, research, and my own recovery journey to offer understanding, hope, and practical tools for growth. With monthly interviews featuring inspiring stories of hope and expert insights, I aim to help you move from merely surviving to truly thriving in your own life.
Podcasting since 2024 • 54 episodes
How To Cope With The Dope
Latest Episodes
From Overwhelmed to Centered: Using Tapping to Calm Yourself
In this episode, we explore the powerful tool of tapping, also known as Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), to help you find calm amidst the challenges of loving someone with addiction. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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17:28
Enabling: When Helping Hurts
Enabling is a common yet often misunderstood behavior among the loved ones of addicts. In this episode, we dive into what enabling looks like, why it happens, and how it impacts both the addict and their family or friends. Through personal stor...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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25:08
Building Bridges: The Power of Positive Reinforcement in Supporting a Loved One with Addiction
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of positive reinforcement when supporting a loved one with addiction. Learn how small affirmations, encouragement, and focusing on progress—no matter how small—can foster trust, promote chang...
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Episode 51
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19:53
Interview with Kathy
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Kathy, a woman whose journey through Al-Anon has transformed her life and relationships. She shares her story of finding hope, rediscovering herself, and learning how to navigate life wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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58:55
Reflect, Reset, Renew: SMART Goals for the New Year
As the year comes to a close, it's the perfect time to reflect on your journey and set yourself up for success in the months ahead. In this episode, we explore the power of looking back to move forward, unpack the SMART goal framework, and shar...
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Episode 49
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16:46
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