SPECIAL EDITION: My In-Depth Conversation with Joe Polish - Episode 86

Tune into the Why Intervention Podcast for an enlightening episode with host Chris Doyle featuring Joe Polish, founder of Genius Network & Genius Recovery. Explore compassionate addiction treatment and recovery, jam-packed with personal insights and actionable advice. Support for families and those struggling with addiction awaits!

 

Episode Highlights

• Addiction: The fastest two-word definition.
• Chris Doyle’s personal recovery story.
• The delusion of addiction: “I don’t have a problem.”
• Identifying moments of clarity for intervention.
• Definition of addiction vs. dependence.
• The concept of “can’t stop” in addiction.
• The misunderstanding that addicts must “hit bottom” to seek help.
• The role of a family member in helping addicts.
• Importance of external motivating factors in recovery.
• Substance use disorder’s definitions and criteria.
• Chris Doyle’s role as an interventionist for first responders.
• The importance of addressing trauma in recovery.
• Recovery: Managing the need for a solution.
• Challenges in helping high-stress professions (first responders) with addiction.
• The lasting impact of early interventions in first responder communities.
• The family’s role in getting a loved one to realize the need for help.
• Empathy and support for those dealing with addiction.
• The significance of acknowledging and supporting recovery pathways.
• Community support in maintaining sobriety.
• Tailoring addiction recovery to individual needs.

 

Links and Resources from this Episode

• https://whyintervention.com/
• https://twitter.com/whyintervention
• https://www.facebook.com/whyintervention/ 

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