Breaking The Cycle
Unraveling Stories, Shifting Perspectives, and Inspiring Change.Welcome to "Breaking the Cycle," the podcast that delves into the transformative journey of recovery, spirituality, faith, mental health, and personal growth.
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"My Way" vs. Denial: How to Tell if They’re Truly Ready to Change (opens the original)
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Is "I'll do it my way" a sign of true self-determination, or is it just denial in disguise? When someone insists on managing their recovery, therapy, or personal growth on their own terms, it can be tough to know where to draw the line between supporting autonomy and enabling avoidance. In this episode, we break down how to evaluate genuine readiness versus compliance meant to get people off their back—and look at when doing things "my own way" actually works. 🌐 Visit our website for resources,
What Real Amends Look Like (And Why Apologies Aren't Enough) (opens the original)
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Saying "I'm sorry" and making true amends are two completely different things. In this episode, we break down what real repair actually looks like, how to know when you're genuinely ready, the hidden risks of rushing the process, and how to handle situations where direct amends simply aren't possible. Visit our website for resources, therapy options, and support: https://Breakingthecycletherapy.com Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction & The Power of Repair 04:15 - What's the Difference Between an Apo
Why Is Addiction Ruining My Sanity? Codependency, Enabling & Family Healing (opens the original)
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When a loved one is struggling with addiction, the chaos rarely stays confined to one person. In this episode of Breaking Free Recovery Radio, Dr. Alan Heide, PsyD, LMFT, and Don Radon break down the intense emotional toll addiction takes on families, spouses, and parents. If you've ever asked yourself why you feel like you are the one falling apart, or questioned the thin line between supporting someone and enabling them, this conversation is for you. We dive deep into the roots of codependency
When Loving Someone with Addiction Is Destroying You: A Family Guide (opens the original)
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Loving someone struggling with substance use is one of the most painful, exhausting experiences a family can face. In this video, we break down what it truly means to detatchem emotionally while keeping your love intact, how to stop enabling, and how to take those critical first steps toward healing yourself. In this video, we discuss: Redefining "Letting Go": Why detaching with love isn't abandonment, but a vital shift for both you and your loved one. Helping vs. Enabling: Clear, real-world exa
Why We Get Addiction Completely Wrong (opens the original)
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Despite decades of neuroscientific progress, society continues to treat addiction as a moral weakness rather than a complex health condition. In this video, we break down the root causes behind our collective misunderstanding of substance use, overdose response, and life-saving harm reduction strategies. In this video, we explore: The "Moral Failing" Myth: Why the idea that addiction is a lack of willpower persists despite overwhelming medical evidence. Scandal vs. Emergency: How public percepti
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