Ginny Mills
Ginny Mills
Believing and Releasing are Two Very Different Things
Believing and Releasing are Two Very Different Things
Believing and Releasing are Two Very Different Things
Friday 20th July 2018
Ginny Mills discusses her journey of surrendering control and embracing faith amidst her sons' addiction struggles on 'A Dose of Hope'.
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Ginny Mills
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Surrendering Control: Ginny Mills on Faith and Letting Go
I was supposed to stop trying to save my sons and let God do that. To me, that might as well have been like asking me to jump out of an airplane and expecting God to be my parachute.
Ever wondered how to truly let go when faced with the chaos of a loved one's addiction? In this episode of 'A Dose of Hope', Ginny Mills, an addiction specialist and a parent who has walked this challenging path, opens up about her personal journey of surrendering control and embracing faith.
Ginny, who is also a parent of a daughter in recovery, shares her candid experiences with the Naranon 12-step program and the profound difficulties she faced in admitting powerlessness over her sons' struggles with substance use. Ginny's story is one of raw honesty and deep reflection. She talks about the almost impossible task of releasing control and trusting a higher power, likening it to jumping out of an airplane and hoping that God will be her parachute.
Her older son's reminder that believing in a higher power means trusting its greater strength than her own becomes a pivotal moment in her journey. Throughout the episode, Ginny doesn't just share her struggles; she offers a lifeline to other parents in similar situations. From discussing the challenges of faith to the practical steps of finding support, Ginny provides valuable insights that resonate deeply with anyone dealing with a loved one's addiction.
She also highlights the resources available through ParentingThroughAddiction.com, including educational videos, treatment center information, group support, and private consultations. This episode is a beacon of hope for parents feeling overwhelmed by their child's addiction. It's a reminder that while the path is tough, there are tools, support systems, and a community ready to help you navigate these turbulent waters.