Heather Ross
Heather Ross
EP 51 How To Stop Fixing Your Child And Start Connecting With Them
EP 51 How To Stop Fixing Your Child And Start Connecting With Them
EP 51 How To Stop Fixing Your Child And Start Connecting With Them
Friday 13th May 2022
Heather Ross reveals how to shift from fixing to connecting with your child in addiction recovery, emphasizing self-care and creating a healing environment.
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Author:
Heather Ross
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Shifting from Fixing to Connecting: Heather Ross' Compassionate Approach to Child Addiction
Connecting is your safety zone. You don't want to be trying to fix them because that's just going to push them away from you. Stay focused on connection while you're getting grounded and centered again.
Ever felt like you're constantly walking a tightrope between helping your child and trying to fix them? Heather Ross knows that struggle all too well. In this heartfelt episode, she shares her personal journey through her daughter's addiction and the outdated methods that left her feeling helpless. But Heather didn't give up. Instead, she discovered a compassionate, collaborative approach that transformed her family's recovery process.
In this episode, Heather dives into the sneaky ways fear can make us try to 'fix' our children and how to recognize when we're doing it. She offers four clear signs that you're acting out of fear and three actionable steps to shift from fixing to truly connecting with your child. By focusing on connection, Heather explains, we can create a safe space that encourages change and fosters healing.
Heather also emphasizes the importance of self-care and engaging in activities your child enjoys. She believes that nurturing yourself is just as crucial as supporting your child. Through non-threatening conversation starters and practical advice, Heather guides listeners on how to set a positive tone for their family's healing journey. Whether you're dealing with worry, stress, or the overwhelming emotions that come with a child's addiction, this episode provides the tools you need to move forward with confidence.
Tune in and learn how to transform your family's struggle into a journey of connection and understanding.