Why Intervention Podcast

著者: Christopher Doyle
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  • The Why Intervention Podcast is aimed at helping family and friends feel supported and encouraged that recovery from addiction is possible, for themselves as well as their loved ones. Through powerful stories of recovery, expert interviews and relevant musings, families can learn just how influential love and understanding can be to get their loved ones to stop their addictive behavior and willingly accept help.
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The Why Intervention Podcast is aimed at helping family and friends feel supported and encouraged that recovery from addiction is possible, for themselves as well as their loved ones. Through powerful stories of recovery, expert interviews and relevant musings, families can learn just how influential love and understanding can be to get their loved ones to stop their addictive behavior and willingly accept help.
Copyright 2020
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  • The Teen Brain and Addiction Risk: How Parents Can Connect Before It's Too Late with Kirsten Cobabe - Episode 92
    2025/04/04
    In this episode of the Why Intervention Podcast, Christopher Doyle and Kirsten Cobabe dive deep into the turbulent waters of teen development and addiction risk. Kirsten draws from over two decades of experience guiding parents through the challenges of adolescence to reveal the hidden connections between brain development, parenting approaches, and addiction vulnerability. Beyond the typical "just say no" advice, this conversation explores why teens make the decisions they do, how parents can maintain influence during these critical years, and the powerful protective factors that can prevent addiction before it starts. What emerges is a masterclass in understanding the teen brain and building the kind of relationship that keeps communication open even when the stakes are highest. You'll discover exactly what's happening in your teenager's mind, why traditional approaches often backfire spectacularly, and the specific conversational techniques that transform parent-teen relationships from battlegrounds to lifelines. This isn't just information—it's a roadmap for connection when it matters most. WARNING: What you're about to discover might forever change how you speak to your teenager… Guest’s Info Kirsten Cobabe is a former therapist turned coach, specializing in supporting families navigate the waves of adolescence. For over two decades, she has guided parents in learning how to listen to, and talk with, their teens. She engages parents in personal reflection, embracing their evolving role, understanding the teen brain and restoring harmony in the home. In recognizing this unique stage of development, her hope is to bridge the widening gap between parents and their children, creating timeless bonds. Through compassionate guidance, intentional strategies and a tailored approach, Kirsten empowers families to pilot these pivotal years with deeper awareness. Her work is not just about addressing immediate concerns, but about lighting the path to a more empowered future, ensuring that today's challenges become the foundation for tomorrow's brighter relationships. Kirsten works with parents, teens and the entire family constellation with a holistic lens, starting with what is already working. Highlights The shocking truth about your teen's brain and why expecting them to "just make better decisions" is like expecting a car with no brakes to stop safelyWhy your teenager might be HARDWIRED to seek thrills that terrify you (and the counterintuitive way smart parents can channel this energy)The "substitute prefrontal cortex" technique that helps teens navigate risk without destroying their lives in the processWhy some teens try substances once and walk away while others spiral into addiction – the answer isn't what most "experts" claimThe emotional detection system every teenager possesses that allows them to "read" your true feelings (even when you think you're hiding them perfectly)The counterintuitive reason why your teenager's complaints and negativity are actually GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES you should never shut downWhy "Connect Before Correct" might be the three most important words any parent of a teen will ever hear The devastating childhood experiences that dramatically increase addiction vulnerability (and the surprising protective factor that can neutralize them)How to be the person your teen WANTS to talk to about the scary, dangerous, confusing parts of their lifeThe tragic mistake well-meaning parents make when setting boundaries around substance use (and what to do instead) This conversation offers something truly valuable – practical wisdom that strengthens the parent-teen relationship and builds the resilience young people need to navigate adolescence successfully. The tools shared here don't just help prevent problems – they create the foundation for deeper connection and understanding that lasts a lifetime. Links and Resources from this Episode https://whyintervention.com/https://twitter.com/whyinterventionhttps://www.facebook.com/whyintervention/https://www.instagram.com/whyintervention/TIME SENSITIVE, FREE RESOURCE: Get an early preview of Christopher's new book "Stop Addiction Early: A Recovery Roadmap For Proactive Parents" at no cost for a limited time: https://helpthisbook.com/recoveryroadmapforparents/recovery-roadmap Connect with Kirsten Cobabehello@kirstencobabe.comwww.parentingwave.com Call to Action Schedule a Call Free Resources Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifySubscribe with RSS
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  • Why Your Addicted Loved One Can't Get Sober Alone - Episode 91
    2025/03/27

    In this episode of the Why Intervention Podcast, Christopher Doyle and Daniel Klein discuss the complexities of addiction, particularly in teenagers. They explore the rapid onset of addiction in today's society, the psychological and physical aspects of substance use, and the importance of parental intervention.

    The conversation emphasizes the need for parents to recognize the signs of addiction and to take proactive steps to help their children. They introduce the Four-Part Connection Formula as a method for parents to effectively communicate and support their loved ones in recovery.

    In this conversation, Chris and Danny discuss the critical role of family members in the recovery journey of loved ones struggling with addiction. They explore the importance of being a catalyst for change, the balance between influence and control, and the necessity of empathy and communication.

    The discussion also addresses common misconceptions about addiction, the societal responsibility to intervene, and the long-term nature of recovery. Ultimately, they emphasize that while accepting help lies with the individual, family support is essential in facilitating that journey.

    Highlights

    • The shocking brain scan evidence that explains why your loved one keeps using despite promising to stop (hint: it's nearly identical to another devastating condition)
    • Why "waiting for them to hit bottom" is a dangerous myth that keeps families paralyzed while their loved one drowns
    • The uncomfortable truth about sobriety stories that even recovered addicts don't realize about their own journey to recovery
    • A startling confession from Dan: "I spent 10 years saying 'I'll stop tomorrow' - here's why tomorrow never came until someone else made it happen"
    • The secret 2% statistic that explains why your traditional approach to helping your addicted loved one is almost guaranteed to fail
    • How to be the catalyst for your loved one's recovery without staging a dramatic intervention (the same method that helped Chris get sober at 17)
    • The critical difference between "swimming in rough waters" and "drowning" - and why it changes everything about how you should respond


    Links and Resources from this Episode

    • https://whyintervention.com/
    • https://twitter.com/whyintervention
    • https://www.facebook.com/whyintervention/
    • https://www.instagram.com/whyintervention/
    • TIME SENSITIVE, FREE RESOURCE: Get an early preview of Christopher's new book "Stop Addiction Early: A Recovery Roadmap For Proactive Parents" at no cost for a limited time: https://helpthisbook.com/recoveryroadmapforparents/recovery-roadmap

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  • Attachment Wounds: How Childhood Trauma Fuels Addiction and Relationship Patterns with Shanenn Bryant - Episode 90
    2025/03/21

    In this eye-opening episode of the Why Intervention Podcast, host Christopher Doyle interviews Shanenn Bryant, pattern transformation expert and founder of Top Self, who reveals the hidden connections between childhood experiences and adult relationship patterns.

    Guest’s Info

    Shanenn Bryant helps women demolish their patterns and dominate their future. As a Pattern Transformation Expert and founder of Top Self, she bridges the gap between attachment theory and real-world transformation, showing women how to recognize and transform patterns that limit both their personal and professional lives.

    Combining her certification in Integrated Attachment Theory with nearly a decade of corporate Learning and Development experience, Shanenn demonstrates why "conscious seeing leads to conscious being." Host of the 2.5% globally ranked podcast Top Self, she's helped thousands of women transform their relationship with themselves and others by understanding the science behind their stories.

    Shanenn brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal insight to her work. She demonstrates how the same patterns that show up in relationships often appear in professional settings, helping women create lasting transformation in all areas of life.

    Through speaking engagements, workshops, and her podcast, she's on a mission to help women move from old patterns to personal power.

    Highlights

    • The shocking truth about why anxious and avoidant people fall in love– and the unconscious dance that keeps them locked in painful cycles
    • The "relationship land mine" hiding in children of alcoholics – why growing up with addiction creates a dangerous attachment style that sabotages love just when it starts feeling safe
    • Why "trying harder" never works – Shanenn's personal revelation about why willpower alone couldn't stop her jealousy (and why addicts can't just "stop using")
    • The hidden "core wounds" driving your relationships– uncover what's really happening when you keep choosing partners who can't love you back
    • The surprising reason secure relationships often feel "boring" – and how your brain creates chaos when things get too calm
    • The BTEA method– a powerful technique to trace your triggered behaviors back to their original childhood wounds
    • How Shanenn overcame crippling jealousy – the turning point that saved her marriage after 8 years of struggle
    • Why your brain is designed to confirm your worst beliefs – and the simple reprogramming technique that can permanently change your patterns
    • The unexpected way Shanenn healed her relationship with her alcoholic father – after decades of estrangement

    Listen as Christopher and Shanenn share personal experiences and professional insights that will transform how you understand both yourself and the addicted loved ones in your life.

    Links and Resources from this Episode

    • https://whyintervention.com/
    • https://twitter.com/whyintervention
    • https://www.facebook.com/whyintervention/
    • https://www.instagram.com/whyintervention/
    • Connect with Shanenn Bryant
    • https://www.topself.com/

    Call to Action
    Schedule a Call
    Free Resources

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    If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here

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    1 時間 3 分

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