If they can admit their drinking or substance use is a problem, why in the world won’t they do something about it?

This is one of the most confusing stages for families because it feels like you finally got over the biggest hurdle. They see the problem. They may even agree with you about how serious it’s become.

And then… nothing changes.

In this live stream, I’m breaking down what’s actually happening when someone recognizes the problem but still isn’t ready to get help.

We’ll talk about:
Why admitting there’s a problem is NOT the same thing as being ready to change
The internal tug-of-war that can happen after denial starts breaking down
Why fear, shame, identity, and uncertainty can keep someone stuck
Why pushing harder at this stage can sometimes backfire
How families can respond in ways that encourage movement instead of accidentally creating more resistance
What signs tell you they may actually be getting closer to change—even when it doesn’t look like it yet

This is an important distinction because sometimes families assume, “If they know, and they still won’t get help, then they must not care.”
That’s usually much too simple.

Once you understand what’s happening underneath the resistance, you can stop having the same argument over and over—and start responding more strategically.

Join me LIVE and bring your questions.

Put The Shovel Down helps families understand addiction differently so you can stop feeling powerless, stop waiting for rock bottom, and start using strategies that actually support change.

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