THE CATHOLIC IN RECOVERY PODCAST
Episode 7 – Grief & Addiction Recovery
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Episode Summary
In this podcast episode, Scott Weeman and Fr. Sean Kilcawley cover the topic of grief and addiction. They discuss how grief can lead to addiction, the stages of grief, dealing with grief while in recovery, and navigating loss and grief in the midst of recovery.
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Episode Highlights
Introduction and Personal Updates
- Hosts: Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley
- Topic: Grief and Addiction Recovery
- Father Sean's Update: Received news of a move, experiencing grief from leaving his parish
- Scott's Update: Trip to Oklahoma City, seasonal challenges, the joy of homeschooling
Grief and Addiction
- Defining Grief: "Love with no place to go"
- Unresolved Grief and Addiction: Filling the void with substances or behaviors
- Personal Experiences with Grief and Addiction: Scott and Father Sean share their stories
Stages of Grief and Recovery
- Five Stages of Grief: Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
- Non-Linear Nature of Grief: Bouncing back and forth between stages
- Grieving the Loss of Addiction: Saying goodbye to a "best friend"
Acceptance and Dealing with Loss in Recovery
- Acceptance: Embracing reality, finding serenity, accepting limitations
- Dealing with Loss in Recovery: Applying recovery principles to grief, supporting others
Mailbag Question and Conclusion
- Question from Jane: Struggling to reconcile sorrow with faith after a loss
- Suggestions: Leaning into faith through action, connecting with others, visiting places of significance, gratitude
- Closing: Shout-outs, an invitation to join the Catholic in Recovery community, final blessing