In this episode of In the Circle, we are joined by Stephanie with a profound inquiry regarding the loss of her husband to addiction: How do I answer when people ask me how my husband died? How can I talk about the loss of a loved one to addiction? When we speak to people who have not been affected by addiction, they are often uncertain how to respond, and because of that, we are met with misperception and judgment. Yet there is so much more than meets the eye.  This is an episode we can all greatly benefit from and I am so grateful to Stephanie for posing this vulnerable and honest question.  Tommy discusses Being mindful of your exhaleWhy we all experience some form of addiction Is there a bright side to codependency?How to talk about losing a loved one to addiction Why there is judgment towards people who experience addiction  Looking for a way to deepen your recovery journey and meet others in the Recovery 2.0 community? Come and join us in England this summer for an unforgettable 7-day recovery immersion. Learn more at R20.com/England2024 Further Links & Resources Catch a Meeting. We offer 30+ Live Online Recovery meetings every week. Come and find your community here. Meetings are always free.Want ongoing recovery insights and inspiration delivered to your inbox? Subscribe to the UpliftJoin our Recovery 2.0 Community: access your authentic power, connect with others on a similar path, and thrive in life beyond addictionSubscribe to The Recovery Channel on YouTubeVisit our websiteCome and experience an in-person event or retreat: r20.com/events Addiction is part of everyone’s journey, but recovery is not. The Recovery 2.0 Membership is a place where you can explore the topics that interest you, find community, and connect with Tommy Rosen on a personal level. It’s here that we’ll dig into spirituality and union of the mind, body, and spirit, and transform from the inside out. You will learn and grow alongside a community of supportive, conscious, compassionate, and vibrant individuals, like you! Join us at r20.com/welcome to explore how to move beyond addiction and thrive in your life. Connect with Tommy InstagramFacebookTikTok Recovery 2.0 @Recovery2Point0 on InstagramRecovery 2.0 Facebook Group In The Circle is produced by Lovemore Media.