How To Support The Newly Sober

If you’ve ever had someone in your life step into recovery, you know how profound—and fragile—that journey can be. It’s a moment of hope, courage, and transformation, but also one where friends, family, and coworkers can feel unsure of how to show up. How do you avoid unintentionally triggering them? And how can you be there without making things…awkward?

Today we’re digging into the hidden challenges of supporting someone in recovery. Whether it’s your partner, sibling, best friend, or coworker, this conversation will help you show up in ways that are compassionate, thoughtful, and, most importantly, truly helpful. 

Joining me today is addiction psychiatrist and CEO of Mindful Care, Dr. Tamir Aldad. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How treatment centers can (and SHOULD) involve loved ones in the recovery process.
• The essential structures and routines that support early sobriety.
• Strategies for managing your own emotional well-being while being there for someone in recovery.

And I’ll share a story about how I recently mismanaged a situation with a loved one—so you don’t make the same mistake.

Xxoo Darcy

REFERENCES

Mindful Care

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“We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling” is a Sterling Standard Production. Editing and sound engineering by Bart Migal. Our theme music is by Trending Music. Special thanks to Amanda Cristiani and Preston Smith. 

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