Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
Coaching Episode: Drawing the Line with Grace - Confident Boundaries and Open Communication, with Jane
Coaching Episode: Drawing the Line with Grace - Confident Boundaries and Open Communication, with Jane
Coaching Episode: Drawing the Line with Grace - Confident Boundaries and Open Communication, with Jane
Thursday 2nd May 2024
Jane discusses setting boundaries and fostering open communication with Brenda Zane amid her sons' substance misuse and recovery journey.
43 minutes
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Jane's experience with her sons' substance misuse and therapy
- Importance of setting boundaries and open communication in supporting recovery
- Empowering young individuals to make healthier choices
- Positive communication as a key tool in nurturing family dynamics
- Reflections on fostering a safe and supportive environment for recovery journeys
It's fun hearing his therapist talk to him now on their phone calls. There's been a huge shift in the way that he talks to my son and the words that he uses with him. It sounds like he feels like my son's doing a really good job and he's confident in his abilities.
Jane's story is one many parents might find all too familiar. Her older son’s substance misuse seemed to ebb and flow, but it wasn't until he left for college that her younger son began facing similar issues. Cycling through four high schools and attending a wilderness program, he finally found some stability at a therapeutic boarding school. Despite these challenges, Jane's family remains close-knit, thanks to the skills she's honed in The Stream, Brenda Zane’s supportive community for parents.
Her sons are honest with her, respect each other, and her husband is actively involved in their recovery journey. But a recent holiday visit brought a boundary violation that Jane felt needed addressing. With her son returning home, she sought Brenda’s advice on how to approach this tricky conversation without disrupting the family's fragile peace. This episode dives into their discussion, offering strategies for stepping outside the anxiety of worst-case scenarios and focusing on maintaining healthy boundaries and open communication.
If you’re a parent navigating the tumultuous waters of your child’s substance misuse, Jane’s experience might just provide the insight and encouragement you need.