Jennifer Maneely
Jennifer Maneely
#60: Freida Macdonald: You Gotta Know Hope
#60: Freida Macdonald: You Gotta Know Hope
#60: Freida Macdonald: You Gotta Know Hope
Wednesday 19th October 2022
Join Jennifer Maneely as she talks with Freida Macdonald about finding hope in grief and supporting those battling addiction on The Unbreakable Boundaries Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Hope Amid Grief: Freida Macdonald's Journey on The Unbreakable Boundaries Podcast
Life does go on and our decision of what we're going to do with it is our own, and whether we do something good with that or whether we don't is completely up to us.
Grief and addiction are two of the toughest battles anyone can face, but what if there was a way to find hope amid the pain? In this episode of 'The Unbreakable Boundaries Podcast', host Jennifer Maneely sits down with Freida Macdonald, the heart and soul behind Know Hope North Carolina. Freida's nonprofit is dedicated to remembering those lost to addiction, supporting those in recovery, and giving hope to those still struggling.
Her story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, rooted in the loss of her two sons to addiction. Through her work, she has created memorial banners and billboards featuring the faces of those lost in North Carolina, and she refers clients to detox and treatment centers while also facilitating grief groups. Freida emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space to honor your feelings.
She discusses how grief doesn't always stem from direct loss and warns against the pitfalls of enabling behaviors. One powerful takeaway from their conversation is the idea that life goes on, even if we don't 'move on' in the traditional sense. Freida shares personal regrets and offers heartfelt advice to loved ones still navigating these turbulent waters. Jennifer and Freida's discussion is a poignant reminder that even in the darkest times, hope can be found.
Their conversation underscores the strength of community support and the power of sharing our stories. So, if you're looking for a message of resilience and hope, this episode is a must-listen.