Hey there, and welcome back to The Real Dope! This week, hosts (and sisters) Meridith Elliott Powell and Beth Brand are diving into something that might surprise you: when it comes to addiction, you can actually count on your addict to follow certain patterns. It might sound crazy, addicts often seem totally unpredictable—but Meridith and Beth are here to break down how their experiences (and what they’ve heard from others) show that the same behaviors just keep popping up.

They chat honestly about all the classic warning signs—lying, blame games, disappearing acts, even broken stuff all over the house—and how these aren’t quirks of personality, but actually symptoms of the disease. More importantly, they don’t just focus on the addict: they turn the spotlight on the people who love them, sharing the real talk about how living with addiction can mess with your head and push you into patterns of enabling and self-doubt.

If you’re feeling a little bit crazy, doubting your instincts, or just plain lost because you care about someone struggling with addiction, this episode will be a breath of fresh air. You’re definitely not alone, and the first step toward real change is getting honest with yourself. So grab your coffee and settle in—this week is all about recognizing the patterns, trusting yourself again, and finding your way back to the person you want to be.

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