How Do I Get My Loved One Sober? (The Answer Will Surprise You) July 21, 2026
If someone you love is struggling with addiction, you’ve probably asked yourself this question countless times: “How do I get them sober?” In this powerful conversation, Sam Davis sits down with Brook McKenzie, CEO of Burning Tree Programs and author of You’re Waiting On You, to discuss what families can do when addiction has taken over the life of someone they love. This isn’t another conversation about controlling your loved one. It’s about understanding addiction as a family illness, learning why so many families remain stuck for years, and discovering the actions that actually create the opportunity for change. video-output-AC48ADD6-7DB5-4420-BF14-8776AE1FE86B-2.txt If you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, or wondering what to do next, this episode is for you. In This Episode • Why addiction affects the entire family • The difference between boundaries and ultimatums • Why consequences often become the turning point for recovery • Why families unintentionally keep themselves stuck • How trust is rebuilt after addiction • The first step every family can take today ⸻ 📘 Get a Copy of You’re Waiting On You If this conversation resonates with you, we strongly encourage you to pick up a copy of You’re Waiting On You by Brook McKenzie. It’s become an invaluable resource for families looking for practical guidance, healthier boundaries, and a clearer understanding of addiction. ➡️ Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Waiting-... ⸻ 🤝 Join Our FREE Family Support Meetings You don’t have to navigate this alone. Intervention On Call hosts FREE online Family Support Meetings five nights a week, where families receive practical education, professional guidance, and encouragement from others who understand exactly what they’re are going through. ➡️ Join the FREE Family Support Meetings Here: https://interventiononcall.com/servic... ⸻ This Episode Is Proudly Sponsored By Burning Tree Programs Burning Tree Programs has helped thousands of individuals and families impacted by chronic relapse and treatment failure. Their specialized programs are designed for people who have struggled to achieve lasting recovery through traditional treatment approaches. ➡️ https://www.burningtree.com/ ⸻ If this episode helped you, please: 👍 Like the video 💬 Leave a comment 📤 Share it with a family who needs it 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about addiction, recovery, intervention, and family healing. #AddictionRecovery #FamilySupport #Recovery #AddictionHelp #FamilyRecovery #Codependency #Boundaries #MentalHealth #SubstanceUseDisorder

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