Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
The Hidden Casualties of Family Addiction Battles, with Brenda Zane
The Hidden Casualties of Family Addiction Battles, with Brenda Zane
The Hidden Casualties of Family Addiction Battles, with Brenda Zane
Thursday 25th December 2025
Explore the unseen effects of family addiction battles and learn how to tread lightly to foster healing and growth.
21 minutes
Honest
Compassionate
Inspiring
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Healing
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
- Recognise the overlooked impacts of addiction on siblings.
- Shift from a battle mindset to strategic engagement.
- Understand the importance of parental alignment.
- Acknowledge all affected family members.
- Foster hope and healing in challenging situations.
"When elephants fight, it's the grass that suffers."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Brenda Zane's podcast episode, 'The Hidden Casualties of Family Addiction Battles,' is a heartfelt and raw exploration of the often overlooked impacts of addiction on family members. Brenda, a seasoned health and wellness coach, dives into the African proverb, 'When elephants fight, it's the grass that suffers,' to highlight the collateral damage within families battling addiction.
In this solo episode, Brenda shares her personal experiences, particularly focusing on her son Marco, who quietly coped with the chaos caused by his brother Enzo's substance use. Brenda candidly discusses the dynamics between parents, who often find themselves in conflict over how to handle their child's addiction, inadvertently trampling over the needs of siblings and other family members.
She stresses the importance of recognising these 'blades of grass' and offers practical advice on how to tread more lightly, ensuring that relationships can heal and thrive despite the turmoil. Listeners are encouraged to shift their approach from a battle mindset to one of careful, strategic engagement, likening it to shaping a lump of clay rather than stomping on it.
The episode is not just about acknowledging the problem but also about fostering hope and understanding that recovery is possible without destruction. This honest and compassionate narrative is a must-listen for anyone dealing with similar challenges, offering both comfort and actionable insights. Are you ready to step more carefully and let the grass grow back in your life?