Episode 210: Clinician's Corner with Clarissa and Molly - Slips, lapses, recurrences, and relapses

Episode Highlights:

• Happy New Year from Molly and Clarissa! 🎉
• A discussion on their focus words for 2025: Flourishing (Clarissa) and Emanation (Molly).
• Reflections on how these guiding concepts shape their personal and professional goals for the new year.

Main Topic: Slips vs. Recurrence in Recovery

• Clarifying terminology: Slip, lapse, recurrence, and relapse—what they mean and why language matters in addiction recovery.
• The role of compassion: How self-compassion serves as a tool for growth and a buffer against shame.
• Identifying signs of vulnerability: Subtle indicators that may lead to slips or recurrences and strategies to recognize and address them early.
• Empowering recovery: Practical steps to take after a slip and how to differentiate it from a recurrence.

Key Takeaways:

• Recovery isn’t linear, and slips are not shameful
• Language matters. Terms like “recurrence” or “return to use” can reduce shame and empower recovery.
• Support systems, self-compassion, and curiosity are essential tools in navigating challenges.
• Recovery is about resilience and learning, not perfection.

Mantras for Recovery:

• Perseverance over perfection.
• Consistency over intensity.
• Compassion over criticism.
• Resilience over regret.
• Learning over guilt.
• Connection over isolation.
• Empowerment over temptation.

Listener Call-to-Action:

• Share your feedback or topic suggestions for Clinician's Corner! Email us at foodjunkiespodcast@gmail.com.

Looking Ahead:

• Stay tuned for next month’s Clinician’s Corner and join the conversation on important topics in food addiction recovery.

Resources Mentioned:

• Marty Lerner’s “So What, Now What” approach.
• John Kelly’s research on recovery and remission timelines.

Let’s Connect:

• Email: foodjunkiespodcast@gmail.com
• Follow Sweet Sobriety for updates on workshops, conferences, and recovery tools.

Thank You for Listening! We’re grateful to have you on this journey. Remember: Recovery is about progress, perseverance, and connection. You’ve got this! 💪

 

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