Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
Recovery Reframes Parenting: Second Chances for a Father and Son Navigating Early Recovery
Recovery Reframes Parenting: Second Chances for a Father and Son Navigating Early Recovery
Recovery Reframes Parenting: Second Chances for a Father and Son Navigating Early Recovery
Thursday 7th December 2023
Join Brenda Zane and Brad as they discuss the challenges and triumphs of parenting a young adult through addiction recovery on 'Hopestream'.
41 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Supportive
Empowering
About this podcast
Author:
Brenda Zane
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Brad shares his journey of parenting a young adult son through addiction recovery
- Insights on supporting a child in recovery without overstepping boundaries
- Preparing for a child's visit after a significant recovery journey
- Navigating the transition from parenting an adolescent to a young adult
- Valuable insights on communication and setting healthy boundaries
I feel those conversations are great and those are my favorite type of conversations with him because I believe now, what's true now that since he's been on this venture, he has become more open and honest with us. And it's just been, it's been wonderful.
Parenting a child through addiction recovery is a journey filled with hope, fear, and countless questions. In this episode of 'Hopestream', host Brenda Zane sits down with Brad, a father navigating the complex waters of his 18-year-old son's early recovery. Brad's son, Jacob, is making strides in a sober living community after attending wilderness therapy and a residential program. But as any parent knows, the road to recovery is not without its bumps.
Brad discusses the delicate balance of being supportive without overstepping, especially as Jacob prepares for a home visit. How does one parent with love and accountability without driving their child away? Brad shares his experiences and insights on trusting through fear and setting healthy boundaries. This episode offers a heartfelt look at the challenges and triumphs of parenting through addiction recovery, providing invaluable advice for parents in similar situations.