Heather Ross
Heather Ross
EP 46 Grief Provides Healing For All Losses, Not Just Death With Guest Julie Cluff
EP 46 Grief Provides Healing For All Losses, Not Just Death With Guest Julie Cluff
EP 46 Grief Provides Healing For All Losses, Not Just Death With Guest Julie Cluff
Friday 11th February 2022
Heather Ross and Julie Cluff explore how grieving the losses tied to addiction can lead to healing and hope in 'Living With Your Child's Addiction'.
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Heather Ross
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Finding Healing in Grief: Julie Cluff on Coping with Addiction's Impact
There’s a gap between what we expect in life and what we’re experiencing. In that gap is a loss... We have to grieve those losses so we can let go of what we expected. We can stop wishing the past were different and focus on what we can intentionally create in the future.
Life rarely goes as planned, especially when addiction enters the picture. In this eye-opening episode of 'Living With Your Child's Addiction', Heather Ross sits down with grief coach Julie Cluff to discuss the unexpected losses parents face when their child's addiction shatters their dreams. It's not just about losing a loved one; it's about mourning the life you thought you’d have, the milestones you expected to celebrate, and the peace you hoped for.
Heather and Julie dive into how grieving these losses can pave the way for healing and a brighter future. Julie Cluff sheds light on the often-overlooked concept of grieving non-death losses. She explains that comparing our pain to others’ doesn’t help; what matters is acknowledging our own unique experiences. The conversation covers how misplaced guilt can hinder our healing process and the importance of self-forgiveness.
Julie’s compassionate approach emphasizes that while our experiences are undeniably tough, moving through them is possible and necessary for recovery. Heather and Julie also touch on the gentle nature of grief and how it doesn’t have to be a lifelong burden. They discuss the empowering choice to embrace change and let go of past expectations. For parents grappling with the harsh realities of their child's addiction, this episode offers a roadmap to processing grief with self-compassion and intention.
Whether you're a parent navigating your child's addiction or someone looking to understand grief's multifaceted nature, this episode provides valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to discover how intentional grieving can transform your journey from pain to hope.