God Took Me to Las Vegas
My mission with the God Took Me to Las Vegas podcast is to save lives and allow the person to Reveal the Lifestyle Champion within them.There are many different types of recovery programs, they all are aimed at helping those battling substance use disorders to transition from being harmed to being clean and sober. Anyone who’s battling a compulsive or destructive behavior wants to be healthy and they desire to live a happy and productive life. Sadly, only 1 in 10 Americans with a substance use disorder receives treatment. Why?Because it’s not safe to come forward and admit your challenges. The stigma is fueling an American public health crisis and we need to “Crush the Stigma!”Substance use disorders are associated with discrimination and social disapproval – more than any medical condition. These same people are often isolated, outcast, and even imprisoned. Stigma isolates people, it discourages them from seeking help, and even leads some medical providers to resist delivering evidence-based treatment services.
God Took Me to Las Vegas
Episode 249 - Having the tough conversation!
Love is not enabling. Love is life-saving!
If you've concluded that your loved one may have a problem with the abuse of drugs or alcohol, the next step is to have an honest, empathetic, and open discussion with them.
There are some precautions advised - prior to the honest conversation, validate with a trusted friend or another family member, just to be sure that your thinking and your concerns are valid.
Please don't avoid addressing your loved one about their problem - they aren't going to be able to fix themselves. Your love for them might very well be teh motivation that causes them to address their problem sooner, so the door can be opened for them to begin their healing and recovery journey.
For input and help, please call my office 321.757.HOPE
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