Joe Herzanek on Tough Love: A Lifeline for Parents Battling Addiction at Home
You can actually love your child to death by enabling your child, I mean you can harm your child, and I think that could be the remedy- to really hear those words and understand that.
Feeling overwhelmed by a loved one's addiction? In this episode of Addiction 911, host Barbara d'ossio chats with Joe Herzanek, the author of 'Why Don't They Just Quit? What Families and Friends Need to Know About Addiction and Recovery'. Joe opens up about his own struggles with addiction and shares practical advice for parents who feel like they're at their wit's end. He dives into the importance of setting firm boundaries and sticking to them, even when it's tough.
Joe emphasizes that enabling can do more harm than good, and offers tips on how to avoid falling into that trap. He also provides resources for families seeking support, making this episode a must-listen for anyone trying to navigate the rocky road of addiction recovery. Joe's candid approach and heartfelt advice make this episode both informative and relatable, giving listeners a sense of hope and direction.