Bob Forrest
Bob Forrest
Don't Die Episode Twenty Two
Don't Die Episode Twenty Two
Don't Die Episode Twenty Two
Tuesday 12th September 2017
Bob Forrest and guests share their experiences as ex-addict punk rock parents, discussing parenting challenges and recovery on 'Don't Die Podcast'.
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62 minutes
Raw
Honest
Thought-provoking
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Informative
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Author:
Bob Forrest
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Parenting Amidst Addiction: Stories of Punk Rock Parents on Bob Forrest's Don't Die Podcast
What I went through for years is not fun, but in the end, you know that you did it and you learned a lot about yourself, and you learned a lot about how to be a better parent, and you learned a lot about your kid and how society works.
Ever wondered what it's like to juggle parenting while battling addiction? Bob Forrest, along with Chuk and Mike, dive into this complex topic in a gripping episode of the 'Don't Die Podcast'. As former punk rockers turned parents, they share their raw experiences of navigating fatherhood while wrestling with their own demons. The trio doesn't hold back, discussing everything from the chaos of addiction to the struggle of becoming better citizens and communicators.
They tackle the stereotypes surrounding recovery and emphasize the importance of empathy and collaboration in counseling. Bob Forrest sums it up perfectly, 'What I went through for years is not fun, but in the end, you know that you did it and you learned a lot about yourself, and you learned a lot about how to be a better parent, and you learned a lot about your kid and how society works'.
This episode offers a candid look at the messy, yet hopeful journey of parenting through addiction. Whether you're a parent dealing with addiction or someone who knows one, this conversation sheds light on the struggles and triumphs that come with it.