Ep346 – Relapse and Divorce with Kim Augustus

About this episode

Kim Augustus discusses the impact of her husband's relapse on their marriage and her journey towards a new life after addiction.

On Untoxicated Podcast Ep206, Kim Augustus thought her family had made it out of alcoholism and into solid recovery. In this next chapter, Kim’s second appearance on the podcast, she explains how her husband’s relapse has led to divorce. Kim’s boundaries, detachment, and commitment to providing a safe environment for her kids are guiding her into a new life after addiction. Please go to UntoxicatedSurvey.org to better understand the impact of alcohol and/or emotional abuse on you and your family. Whether you are the drinker or the partner, whether you feel a lack of emotional safety or don’t really know what that means, we can help you feel supported. Take the survey and learn more about our Echoes of Recovery and SHOUT Sobriety programs. You’ve got this, and we’ve got you.

People in this episode

Hosts: Matt Salis, Sheri Salis

Guest: Kim Augustus

Topics covered

• relapse
• divorce
• alcoholism
• recovery
• boundaries
• parenting

Keywords

• relapse
• divorce
• alcoholism
• recovery
• boundaries
• emotional safety
• parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Untoxicated Podcast, Echoes of Recovery, SHOUT Sobriety

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