http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/Dads_your_family_needs_you.mp3 When it comes to a loved one’s addiction, every member of the family responds to it differently. Moms and dads are no exception. In an earlier blogcast, I reflected on why it is critically important for parents to work together and come to agreement on how they are going to respond to this crisis […]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/Broadway_Christian_Church_11.13.16.mp3 Video: https://youtu.be/nei9bcOUCM4 It all began with a phone call informing me my son was in jail. What unfolded from that call was a story of homelessness, legal troubles, and a heroin addiction. This is where my addiction journey began. In the early stages I learned all about addiction related behaviors. I received a crash […]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/When_parents_are_on_the_same_page.mp3 One of the greatest conflicts that arise as a result of addiction in the family is the impact this has on the parents’ relationship. Moms and Dads respond to the situation and look at the issue from two different perspectives. At some point in the process, as the addiction adversity increases, the […]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/What_happens_when_you_leave_the_fort.mp3 Every parent dealing with the choices and behaviors of child with an addiction struggles with developing and honoring boundaries. In reality, most parents struggle with clearly defined boundaries and consequences, in general. Teaching our children and ourselves this lesson is a critical life skill that the entire family benefits from. The process for creating […]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/When_denial_gets_in_the_way_of_truth.mp3 We have all heard the saying “your gut is always right.” Despite our awareness of this truth, we still have experienced that moment where we wish we trusted our gut instincts. It is hard for parents to believe that their children are using, lying, being dishonest, or manipulating them. Even though our strongest instincts […]
