Brenda Zane
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Craving Spring: How a Greek Myth Fueled a Mother’s Quest To Save Her Daughter, with Ann Batchelder
Craving Spring: How a Greek Myth Fueled a Mother’s Quest To Save Her Daughter, with Ann Batchelder
Craving Spring: How a Greek Myth Fueled a Mother’s Quest To Save Her Daughter, with Ann Batchelder
Thursday 26th October 2023
Ann Batchelder shares how the Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone helped her navigate her daughter's mental health and substance misuse struggles on Hopestream.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength in Myth: A Mother's Journey Through Her Daughter's Struggles
Episode Overview
- Ann Batchelder shares her journey of navigating her daughter's mental health and substance misuse struggles
- Her upcoming book, 'Craving Spring,' delves into the relevance of the Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone in modern mother-daughter relationships
- Insights and support for parents facing similar challenges with their children's substance misuse
- The conversation sheds light on the profound experiences and triumphs of parenting through addiction and mental health crises
- The episode offers invaluable wisdom, solace, and understanding for those in similar situations
I had misunderstood what letting go was. I felt letting go was letting your kid just fall apart and not help them. And what I learned was that, with the story anyway, it's natural and normal for parents, for mothers especially, to be totally obsessed with helping their kid.
What do ancient Greek myths and modern parenting have in common? For Ann Batchelder, the myth of Demeter and Persephone became a lifeline as she navigated her daughter's battles with suicidal thoughts, bulimia, and substance misuse. Hosted by Brenda Zane, this episode of 'Hopestream' takes you on a poignant journey through Ann's experiences, revealing how she found solace in unexpected places. Ann didn't just turn to therapy and 12-step programs; she also embraced Buddhist teachings.
Yet, it was the ancient story of Demeter and Persephone that offered her the most profound understanding and comfort. As she 'did the work' to stay mindful and realistic about what she could control, Ann began writing about her family's trials. A decade later, her book, 'Craving Spring: A Mother’s Quest, a Daughter’s Depression, and the Greek Myth that Brought Them Together', is complete. In this episode, Ann discusses the power of this myth for parents dealing with similar struggles.
She opens up about the difficulty of accepting that parents go through trauma too and the importance of self-care during chaotic times. Ann also reflects on how she unknowingly placed a burden on her daughter and the changes she made to better support her. This conversation is a heartfelt exploration of the challenges and triumphs that come with parenting through addiction and mental health crises. It's a must-listen for any parent seeking understanding and hope in their own journey.