408 - James and Robyn’s Journey Through Addiction and Marriage

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In this heartfelt episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with James and Robin, a married couple who have been together for 10 years and married for the last four. Recently, they welcomed a set of twins into their lives, adding a new layer of complexity to their journey. James opens up about his decade-long battle with addiction and the ongoing struggles with relapse that have tested their relationship.

Robin shares her perspective on coping with James's addiction, detailing the enabling behaviors she unknowingly engaged in and the steps she’s now taking to keep her family intact. She speaks candidly about the strict boundaries she’s established and how James knows exactly what’s at stake if he relapses again.

Despite the challenges, James and Robin reveal how their struggles with addiction have ultimately strengthened their marriage. They discuss the resilience they’ve developed, the hard-earned lessons they’ve learned, and the hope they hold for their future together. This episode offers a raw and honest look at how addiction can impact a marriage and how, with determination and love, a couple can emerge stronger on the other side.