Michelle Weidenbenner
Michelle Weidenbenner
As parents of an addicted loved-one, Patience is often difficult.
As parents of an addicted loved-one, Patience is often difficult.
As parents of an addicted loved-one, Patience is often difficult.
Monday 14th January 2019
Michelle Weidenbenner shares her journey of patience, mental health insights, and self-care as the mother of a recovering addict.
8 minutes
Hopeful
Encouraging
Supportive
Informative
Thought-provoking
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Author:
Michelle Weidenbenner
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Just be patient and keep praying and keep in control of what you can do for you and your self-care. Stay healthy and surround yourself with others who care, with others who understand and bring hope and encourage you on this journey.
Patience isn't just a virtue; it's a lifeline for parents of addicted children. In this heartfelt episode, Michelle Weidenbenner opens up about her struggles and triumphs as the mother of a recovering addict. She shares candidly about the agony of waiting for her son to seek help and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it. Michelle talks about the pivotal moment when her son and daughter-in-law considered applying for a rehab scholarship in Florida, only to hesitate and delay.
This story underscores the painful reality that parents can't force their loved ones into recovery; they must find their own path. Michelle's experience highlights the critical role of mental health in addiction. Her son's anxiety was a significant factor in his addiction, pointing to the need for dual diagnoses therapy that addresses both substance abuse and underlying mental health issues. Letting go of control is another major theme in Michelle's narrative.
She emphasizes that parents must focus on their own well-being and let their children make their own decisions, however difficult that may be. Self-care isn't selfish; it's essential. Surrounding oneself with a supportive community can make all the difference. Michelle's journey is a powerful reminder that while addiction affects the whole family, there is hope and strength to be found in patience, understanding, and self-care.