55: Addiction and Alcoholism--How They Wreak Havoc on Your Life and Relationships

Addiction Recovery

Addiction is relentless, often pushing people toward devastating consequences. In this candid conversation, Steven T. Ginsburg shares the painful reality he’s seen this summer—an alarming rise in relapses and deaths. Quoting recovery literature, he notes, “The ultimate goal of any alcoholic is to drink like a gentleman. It never happens, and they will literally chase this goal into the gates of death.”

Steven draws on his own recovery journey and his work at Restore Detox Centers to explain the cunning nature of addiction and why treatment alone isn’t enough without immediate engagement in recovery. He describes the subtle “pre-lapse”—when people begin drifting from recovery principles—and how deceptive thoughts fuel relapse. He also highlights both the unique challenges and inspiring passion he’s witnessing among younger generations navigating recovery.

This episode offers three practical steps for anyone impacted by addiction and a reminder from Steven: “You are not in this alone. You are loved, you are worth it, sobriety is waiting for you.”

Helpful Links:
Learn more about Restore Detox Centers
Filling the Void book by Steven T. Ginsburg
Overcoming the Fear and Lies of Addiction e-book
How to Love and Set Boundaries Without Enabling Addiction e-book
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פרקים

1. The Ultimate Goal of Alcoholics (00:00:00)

2. Addiction Wreaking Havoc Today (00:02:30)

3. Understanding Pre-lapse and Relapse (00:05:45)

4. Can Some People Drink Casually? (00:08:45)

5. Young People Facing Addiction Today (00:12:00)

6. Three Ways to Take Action Now (00:15:00)