Taking Charge: The Power of Parental Decisions in Addiction Recovery
Making decisions helps you figure out what you want and what is important to you. Making decisions helps you avoid that, and my clients' brains often tell them that they're trapped.
Feeling overwhelmed by your child's addiction? Heather Ross, host of 'Living With Your Child's Addiction', understands your struggles and offers a compassionate, collaborative approach to help you regain control. In this episode, Heather dives into the importance of decision-making for parents navigating the turbulent waters of their child's addiction. She highlights how making decisions ahead of time can alleviate stress, confusion, and anxiety, empowering you to take back your power.
Heather explains that avoiding decisions only leads to more stress and that embracing decision-making can be a game-changer. She discusses how using your logical brain to make decisions in advance can prevent impulsive reactions during high-stress moments. There are no 'wrong' decisions, she assures; it's about taking action and learning from the process. By making decisions, you can clarify your priorities, avoid feeling trapped, and build confidence in your abilities.
Heather also emphasizes the importance of writing down your decisions to have a clear reference point when confusion strikes. This episode is packed with practical advice on how to stop indulging in confusion and start taking decisive actions that lead to growth and competence. Heather's workshop, the Mom's Makeover Workshop, is an excellent resource for parents looking to learn more about decision-making and self-support.
If you're ready to take control and support yourself effectively, tune in to this insightful episode and start making decisions that matter.