Amy LaRue
Amy LaRue
A Story of Hope | Gretchen
A Story of Hope | Gretchen
A Story of Hope | Gretchen
Thursday 8th August 2024
Gretchen Cannon shares her powerful story of supporting loved ones through addiction, highlighting the importance of faith and community support.
30 minutes
Honest
Supportive
Hopeful
Encouraging
Compassionate
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Author:
Amy LaRue
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Gretchen shares her journey as a mother and sister dealing with addiction.
- The importance of community support groups like Finding Hope.
- How faith and leaning on the Holy Spirit can guide you through tough times.
- Setting boundaries with loved ones struggling with addiction.
- Understanding that joy comes from the awareness of God's grace.
Joy isn't what we define as happiness; it is truly the awareness of God's grace.
Amy LaRue sits down with Gretchen Cannon in this heartfelt episode of 'Finding Hope'. As the Finding Hope Coordinator for Hope is Alive Ministries, Amy knows firsthand the struggles of loving someone in addiction. Gretchen shares her raw and emotional journey as a sister and mother affected by addiction. Her story reveals the heartache and resilience required to support loved ones through their darkest times.
From adopting a son who battled substance abuse to dealing with her brother's addiction, Gretchen’s experiences highlight the complexities and emotional toll addiction takes on families. She discusses the importance of community support, faith, and leaning on the Holy Spirit for guidance. Gretchen's candid reflections provide a comforting reminder that you are not alone in this fight. If you need a boost of hope and practical advice on navigating the challenges of addiction, this episode is a must-listen.