EPISODE · Aug 9, 2024 · 32 MIN
When You Think CRAFT Communication Won't Work
from Coming Up for Air — A Toolkit to Help with Your Loved One's Recovery from Addiction & Mental Illness · host Allies in Recovery
When the stakes are low, CRAFT seems easier to use. What do you do when the stakes are high, when danger feels present? Assessing safety -- yours and theirs -- is first. But CRAFT, even in those moments, can help you communicate more effectively while still holding to the boundaries you need. It's tougher in high-stakes situations, so go easy on yourself. It may not be perfect, but just give it a try, one step at a time. A membership at Allies in Recovery gives you unlimited access to: ✔ Step-by-step training in CRAFT through our online platform ✔ Support groups and a community that understands what you're going through ✔ A Q&A blog with expert guidance ✔ And much more! Join Allies in Recovery today to access expert guidance, support, and resources that help families create real change.
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When the stakes are low, CRAFT seems easier to use. What do you do when the stakes are high, when danger feels present? Assessing safety -- yours and theirs -- is first. But CRAFT, even in those moments, can help you communicate more effectively while still holding to the boundaries you need. It's tougher in high-stakes situations, so go easy on yourself. It may not be perfect, but just give it a try, one step at a time. A membership at Allies in Recovery gives you unlimited access to: ✔ Step-by-step training in CRAFT through our online platform ✔ Support groups and a community that understands what you're going through ✔ A Q&A blog with expert guidance ✔ And much more! Join Allies in Recovery today to access expert guidance, support, and resources that help families create real change.
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