Change is never easy. Often, we only engage in change when we are forced to. Our motivation for change often determines the effectiveness of our efforts and results. This segment focuses on where our motivational focus needs to be as we take on a change. Stay tuned as I reflect on the transformative process of […]
What happens when a parent feels their child has fallen far enough? What happens when they think their child must have found their bottom? What if there is no such thing as a bottom? What happens when we rescue them because we have experienced enough? All these questions considered and more as we explore, in […]
“I didn’t decide to go to recovery when I lost my job, lost my home, lost my kids, or went to jail and lost my freedom. I made a decision to go to recovery when I was sitting on a hill and realized I needed to do this for me.” The “bottom” so often referenced […]
I had a great conversation with my son this past weekend. We talked a great deal about 100Pedals’ philosophy on parenting and addiction: meeting your child where they are, for who they are; and, being the parent they need you to be instead of the parent you think you need to be. I always appreciate […]
Early in my journey as a parent dealing with my child’s addiction, I believed there was only one path, recovery. Unfortunately, this was partially correct. There is one path, but there are two trails on that path. The first trail, is recovery and treatment for the loved one. The other trail on this path is […]
