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122. How to Talk to an Addicted Loved One Without Losing Control with Thomas McCollum

122. How to Talk to an Addicted Loved One Without Losing Control with Thomas McCollum

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When you know your loved one is struggling with addiction… but you have no idea how to approach them — what do you actually say?

In this episode of The Unbroken, Sam Davis and Intervention On Call provider Thomas McCollum break down one of the most common and most dangerous mistakes families make: going in unprepared, emotional, and reactive.

This conversation comes directly from a real question submitted during one of our live family support meetings. Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why “winging it” almost always makes things worse
  • The difference between rules for them vs. boundaries for you
  • Why addicted individuals will redirect, deflect, and control the conversation
  • How to approach with clarity instead of fear
  • What families MUST understand before saying a single word

This isn’t about saying the perfect thing. It’s about understanding the problem well enough to lead the conversation instead of losing it. If you’re dealing with a loved one in addiction, you don’t have to figure this out alone. Intervention On Call offers:

  • Free family support meetings (5 nights a week on Zoom)
  • Private 1-on-1 strategy sessions
  • Professional intervention support when needed

Join a free family support meeting: https://interventiononcall.com/servic...

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