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EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 36 MIN

Stop "Fixing" the Addict: The Real Secret to Lasting Recovery

from Breaking The Cycle · host Alan Heide & Don Radon

In this video, Don Radon (Owner of Recovered and Free) and Dr. Alan Heide, Psy.D., LMFT, sit down to recap the highlights of the event. They discuss the breakthroughs that occurred during our deep dive into the Step One Study and why educating the family on the "Family Disease" model is the missing piece of the puzzle for many.🎙️ Key Discussions in This Recap:The "Aha!" Moments: Reflections on how family members reacted to the reality of powerlessness and unmanageability.Shifting the Focus: Moving the lens from "fixing the addict" to "healing the family unit."Clinical Insights: Dr. Heide shares the psychological benefits of integrating family into the Step One process.Community Strength: How the group dynamic this weekend helped break the isolation so many families feel.🔗 Resources & LinksIf you or a loved one are ready to take the next step toward a life of freedom, explore our programs below:Recovered and Free: Recoveredandfree.comBreaking the Cycle Therapy: Breakingthecycletherapy.comDon’t miss out on future updates and recovery insights.👉 Subscribe to the channel and hit the notification bell!#RecoveredAndFree #FamilyRecovery #AddictionAwareness #StepOne #DrAlanHeide #DonRadon #BreakingTheCycle #HealingTogether

In this video, Don Radon (Owner of Recovered and Free) and Dr. Alan Heide, Psy.D., LMFT, sit down to recap the highlights of the event. They discuss the breakthroughs that occurred during our deep dive into the Step One Study and why educating the family on the "Family Disease" model is the missing piece of the puzzle for many.🎙️ Key Discussions in This Recap:The "Aha!" Moments: Reflections on how family members reacted to the reality of powerlessness and unmanageability.Shifting the Focus: Moving the lens from "fixing the addict" to "healing the family unit."Clinical Insights: Dr. Heide shares the psychological benefits of integrating family into the Step One process.Community Strength: How the group dynamic this weekend helped break the isolation so many families feel.🔗 Resources & LinksIf you or a loved one are ready to take the next step toward a life of freedom, explore our programs below:Recovered and Free: Recoveredandfree.comBreaking the Cycle Therapy: Breakingthecycletherapy.comDon’t miss out on future updates and recovery insights.👉 Subscribe to the channel and hit the notification bell!#RecoveredAndFree #FamilyRecovery #AddictionAwareness #StepOne #DrAlanHeide #DonRadon #BreakingTheCycle #HealingTogether

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