The Discussion Blog on the Allies Website: Excerpts From One Member’s Journey
An important component of any member’s successful journey on the Allies website is participation in the expertly-moderated Discussion Blog. There, C…
Member Topics: CRAFT
Learning How to Not React in Tough Moments
On this episode of our "Coming Up for Air" podcast, Laurie and Kayla discuss strategies to back away and not succumb to your emotions during difficult…
Conditional Love, Unconditional Love, and What Leads to Shame: Part 1
Even when love is not conditional, there sometimes must be conditions regarding people’s behavior. Love in romantic relationships may change if you …
I’m Not the One Who’s Sending Him to Jail
An Allies in Recovery Member has been caught in a long cycle of “bailing out” their Loved One after every relapse. Sometimes it’s been money …
Learning How to Not React in Tough Moments
On this episode of our "Coming Up for Air" podcast, Laurie and Kayla discuss strategies to back away and not succumb to your emotions during those dif…
Facing the Obstacles: Part 1
On this episode of Allies in Recovery's "Coming Up for Air" Podcast, Laurie and Kayla discuss the obstacles between knowing what to do and putting tha…
Facing the Obstacles: Part 1
On this episode of Allies in Recovery's "Coming Up for Air" Podcast, Laurie and Kayla discuss the obstacles between knowing what to do and putting tha…
Boundaries and Rewards: Tips on Using CRAFT
An Allies in Recovery member is encountering difficulties with removing rewards and holding boundaries. They're asking their loved one to leave when h…
What CRAFT Can Do in 12 Weeks
Laurie, Kayla, and Dominique offer an overview of the first twelve weeks of CRAFT, discussing what it can accomplish quickly, and what becomes a lifet…
De-escalation Strategies
Laurie, Dominique, and Kayla discuss how to de-escalate conflict in familial and partner relationships through three main strategies: taking space, no…