http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/Managing_what_you_control.mp3 Nothing disrupts or interrupts peace or joy more than adversity. Life would be so much simpler and easier if we just didn’t have to deal with conflict. In the world of a parent of child with substance abuse issues, the disruptions can often become overwhelming. The other day I was coaching a parent about […]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/Handling_family_tensions_over_the_holidays.mp3 In this holiday season, the relationship tensions that exist in families are often exacerbated. Even in the best of families, there are often relationship issues present between various family members. A family impacted by addiction are no exception. In fact, these tensions might even be more significant and pronounced. There are really no easy […]
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 […]
