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Do What You Can Live With: Navigating Through Addiction and RecoveryAuthor: Brandi Mac
Do what you can live with: Navigating Through Addiction and Recovery is a podcast that shares the struggles of loving someone with substance use disorder, and explores harm reduction and the lived experiences of those in recovery. Hosted by Brandi Mac, a critical care nurse practitioner, and mother of an adult daughter with substance use disorder. Each episode provides raw and real lived experience and the struggles we face as loved ones of people who use drugs, the stigma surrounding addiction, harm reduction and the impact generational trauma has on each of us. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Bonus Episode: Navigating Addiction: A Mother-Daughter Journey (Brooke Interview)
Tuesday, 28 April, 2026
Summary In this episode of the Do What You Can Live With podcast, host Brandi Mac and her daughter Brooke discuss their journey through addiction and recovery. They explore the challenges of aftercare, the importance of support systems, and the personal struggles they faced during recovery. The conversation delves into family dynamics, healing, and the growth they have experienced together. They emphasize the need for accountability and the importance of looking inward to foster better relationships. The episode concludes with reflections on their journey and the hope for future conversations. Takeaways Brooke has been in recovery for over two years. The lack of aftercare support is a significant issue. Community support is essential for recovery. Personal struggles can complicate the recovery process. Family dynamics play a crucial role in healing. Healing takes time and effort from all parties involved. Accountability is important in recovery and relationships. Looking inward can help improve communication. It's possible to rebuild relationships after addiction. Gratitude for progress is essential in the recovery journey. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Recovery Journey 05:58 Personal Struggles and Relationships 12:06 Reflections on Growth and Accountability Contact Brandi: brandi@brandimac.com Social Media: the_original_brandi_mac Subscribe to Brandi's Substack: Prescribed Chaos Purchase Brandi's Book " Do What You Can Live With: A Survivial Guide for Navigating Addiction, Grief and Impossible Choices Here
