Brenda Zane
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Coaching Episode: Tuning Into Your Values When Your Boundaries And Patience Are Challenged
Coaching Episode: Tuning Into Your Values When Your Boundaries And Patience Are Challenged
Coaching Episode: Tuning Into Your Values When Your Boundaries And Patience Are Challenged
Thursday 8th December 2022
Ellen discusses parenting challenges with her son's addiction, focusing on values, self-care, and balanced communication in this Hopestream episode.
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength in Values: Ellen's Journey Through Parenting Challenges
I would like to come to some kind of healthy balance between trusting him when I should not suspecting everything and trusting my instinct to be skeptical when I need to be. That is a big struggle because, quite honestly and quite frighteningly, he's a really good liar and it almost feels like gaslighting comes to mind and I start to question myself: am I the illogical one here?
Ever feel like you're at your wit's end with your child's behavior, especially when they're struggling with addiction and mental health issues? You're not alone. In this heartfelt episode of Hopestream, host Brenda Zane sits down with Ellen, a mom from The Stream Community, who opens up about her tumultuous journey with her son. As he approaches his eighteenth birthday, Ellen faces the daunting challenges of relapse, mental health crises, and a strained mother-son relationship.
Through their candid conversation, Ellen shares her frustrations about feeling disrespected and uncertain in her parenting decisions. Brenda and Ellen dive into the importance of anchoring oneself in core values to foster confidence and peace in setting boundaries. They also discuss how the pandemic has exacerbated mental health struggles for many young people and the impact of second-guessing parenting choices.
Ellen’s story is a powerful reminder of the necessity of self-care for parents and the delicate balance between trust and skepticism. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and emotional support for any parent navigating the rocky terrain of a child's addiction.