Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
You Can Create Conditions For Change When Your Child Battles Addiction, with Dina Cannizzaro
You Can Create Conditions For Change When Your Child Battles Addiction, with Dina Cannizzaro
You Can Create Conditions For Change When Your Child Battles Addiction, with Dina Cannizzaro
Thursday 28th August 2025
Discover how Dina Cannizzaro found strength and hope in her son's addiction journey, offering parents insights on creating conditions for change.
55 minutes
Inspiring
Compassionate
Hopeful
Encouraging
Authentic
About this podcast
Author:
Brenda Zane
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Parents can influence change by creating supportive environments.
- Self-care is crucial for parents dealing with their child's addiction.
- Communicating compassionately can help reduce a child's shame.
- Letting go of control aids in personal and familial healing.
- Community support plays a vital role in recovery.
Mom, that was the best thing in the world because I didn't have to feel guilty about you. I can just worry about getting healthy myself.
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Dina Cannizzaro's candid conversation with Brenda Zane offers a heartfelt exploration of the challenges and triumphs faced by parents navigating their child's addiction. Dina, a retired educator and mother of Parker, who has battled severe addiction, shares her incredible journey through fear, resilience, and self-discovery. From rock climbing adventures to finding solace in self-care, Dina's story is a testament to the power of creating conditions for change.
Her insights into maintaining hope and fostering compassion are invaluable for anyone facing similar struggles. The episode delves into the importance of letting go of control and embracing supportive tools like CRAFT communication strategies. Dina emphasises the need for parents to find joy and strength within themselves, ultimately helping their children on their path to recovery.
With light humour and profound wisdom, this episode is both inspiring and relatable, offering a beacon of hope for families caught in the turmoil of addiction. If you're searching for guidance on how to connect with your child while preserving your own well-being, Dina's experience is a must-listen. Are you ready to learn how you can create conditions for change in your life?