Resilient Butterfly
Resilient Butterfly is a heartfelt podcast dedicated to celebrating the strength of survivors and the extraordinary power of transformation, healing, and growth. Hosted by Pam Feinberg-Rivkin—a seasoned nurse, founder of Feinberg Consulting, and compassionate advocate with decades of experience—this podcast dives deep into life's messiest challenges: relationships, family dynamics, mental health, addiction, and more.
Each episode features inspiring stories of resilience, expert insights, and meaningful conversations that remind us we are not perfect—nor are we meant to be. Pam invites you to explore the journeys of those who have faced life's darkest moments and emerged with newfound hope, dignity, and purpose.
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, validation, or tools to navigate your own path, Resilient Butterfly offers a space for connection and empowerment. Together, let’s embrace the mess, honor the struggle, and celebrate the breakthroughs.
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Resilient Butterfly
Ep. 5 - Prodependence: Redefining Love, Healing, And Addiction Recovery with Dr. Robert Weiss
For decades, family members of addicts have been labeled codependent, often criticized for their unwavering support. But what if their dedication wasn’t dysfunction, but rather an act of love? In this compelling episode, host Pam Feinberg-Rivkin sits down with Dr. Robert Weiss, renowned therapist, author, and Chief Clinical Officer of Seeking Integrity, to challenge the long-held stigma surrounding caregivers of addicts. Dr. Weiss introduces Prodependence, a revolutionary approach that shifts the narrative from blame to validation, recognizing the resilience and devotion of those who stand by their loved ones through addiction.
Together, they explore the deep emotional toll addiction takes on families, the damaging misconceptions around codependency, and the crucial role of community and self-care in the healing process. Dr. Weiss offers profound insights into how therapists, treatment centers, and society at large can transform the way we support both addicts and their families. If you've ever felt judged for loving someone through their struggles, this episode will inspire you to see yourself—and your journey—through a whole new lens.
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