Heather Ross
Heather Ross
EP67 Are You More Influenced by Stigma Than Science?
EP67 Are You More Influenced by Stigma Than Science?
EP67 Are You More Influenced by Stigma Than Science?
Friday 2nd December 2022
Heather Ross and her daughter Helanna discuss addiction, stigma, and recovery in a heartfelt episode of 'Living With Your Child's Addiction'.
56 minutes
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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!Breaking Barriers: A Mother-Daughter Dialogue on Addiction and Compassion
I think that sometimes people look at this journey as over. The last year you've made incredible changes in your life each time you've done better.
Imagine the heartache of losing a child to addiction, yet finding the strength to share their story to help others. In this deeply moving episode of 'Living With Your Child's Addiction', Heather Ross revisits an interview with her late daughter, Helanna, who passed away from a fentanyl overdose. This conversation, originally one of the podcast's most listened-to episodes, is re-released to honor Helanna's memory and shed light on the realities of addiction from both sides of the struggle.
Heather also shares her reflections and insights since Helanna's passing, offering a fresh perspective in the updated introduction. Throughout their candid discussion, Helanna opens up about her journey with addiction, providing a raw and honest account of her experiences. She talks about the challenges she faced, the impact of stigma, and the importance of emotional awareness and mental health in recovery.
Heather and Helanna explore what it was like for both of them—Heather as a mother trying to support her child, and Helanna as someone navigating the treacherous waters of addiction. The episode delves into questions many parents might have: What actions were helpful or unhelpful? How did expectations affect their relationship?
Through this heartfelt dialogue, listeners gain valuable insights into the power of compassion and the need for new approaches to support both the child and the family in their healing journey. Helanna's story is not just about struggle; it's about hope and transformation. Her words remind us that recovery is a continuous journey, filled with ups and downs but always moving forward.
Tune in to this episode for an intimate look at addiction and recovery, and discover how breaking down barriers and embracing compassion can set the tone for your family's healing.