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EP 29 RAW Recovery W/ Heather Hosted by Dion Miller
EP 29 RAW Recovery W/ Heather Hosted by Dion Miller
EP 29 RAW Recovery W/ Heather Hosted by Dion Miller
Friday 30th October 2020
Join Dion Miller as he talks to Heather about supporting her child's addiction with love and open communication on RAW Recovery.
50 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Supportive
Thought-provoking
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Heather's Story: Navigating a Child's Addiction with Love and Compassion
The number one thing that I learned through all of this is that I had to keep the doors of communication open with my son, and what that meant was that tough love had to leave the room and love had to take over.
How do you support a child struggling with addiction and mental health issues in a world that often misunderstands these challenges? In this episode of the RAW Recovery Podcast, host Dion Miller sits down with Heather to explore her deeply personal journey. Heather opens up about the trials her family faced and the valuable lessons learned along the way. She shares how she shifted from a tough love approach to one rooted in open communication and unconditional support.
This heartfelt conversation is a beacon for any family grappling with similar issues. Heather also discusses the importance of education in addiction and mental health, not just for families but for medical providers and law enforcement too. She highlights programs like Beyond Addiction, which delve into the science behind addiction and motivational interviewing, and organizations like Full Family Recovery that offer crucial resources and support.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of addiction and mental health, offering both hope and practical advice. Tune in to hear Heather's inspiring story and learn how love and understanding can pave the way for recovery.