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Ep. 137 – Inspiration through Experience: Dawn Scherma & Tammy Laurer, Dawn’s Early Light
Ep. 137 – Inspiration through Experience: Dawn Scherma & Tammy Laurer, Dawn’s Early Light
Ep. 137 – Inspiration through Experience: Dawn Scherma & Tammy Laurer, Dawn’s Early Light
Friday 20th October 2017
Dawn Scherma and Tammy Laurer discuss founding Dawn's Early Light to support families facing substance abuse, inspired by their own experiences with their children's addiction.
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Get the buttons here!Dawn's Early Light: A Beacon of Hope for Families Battling Addiction
As much as you want to do the tough love and it hurts to do the tough love, you also have to let them know that you do love them and you will support them through their recovery and especially when they come out of recovery. They will fight this disease Every Single Day and you have to know that you are there for them, that if they feel like they're going to go back and relapse, you know, relapse.
How do you transform personal struggles into a lifeline for others? In this episode of the 'Cover2 Resources' podcast, Greg McNeil chats with Dawn Scherma and Tammy Laurer, the inspiring duo behind Dawn's Early Light. This assistance program offers crucial financial support and guidance to those grappling with substance abuse disorder. Dawn and Tammy share their deeply personal stories of managing their children's opioid dependence, revealing how they channeled their experiences into a mission to help others.
Listeners will gain valuable insights into the complexities of opioid addiction, the delicate balance between tough love and support during recovery, and the importance of empathy and understanding in dealing with substance abuse.
As Tammy poignantly notes, 'As much as you want to do the tough love and it hurts to do the tough love, you also have to let them know that you do love them and you will support them through their recovery and especially when they come out of recovery'. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the challenges and triumphs faced by families dealing with addiction, and a testament to the power of turning personal pain into communal support.
If you're looking for a story that combines resilience, compassion, and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen. Whether you're directly affected by substance abuse or seeking to understand it better, Dawn and Tammy's journey offers hope and practical wisdom.