Video: The Discovery of Otherness

The precondition for love is the discovery of otherness. But it’s the discovery of otherness without judgement. That you find that this person you’re living with is not you.They’re also not like the picture you have of them, and they’re not like the fantasy you wish they were. They are themselves. And when that happens, transformation occurs.

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Renascent Staff
The staff at Renascent is passionate about helping people with substance addictions so they can reach their full recovery – with compassion, respect, empathy and understanding. Our staff includes our counsellors, all of whom have lived experience of addiction and recovery.