Brenda Zane

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction

Brenda Zane, AJ Diaz

  • Filling the Accountability Gap: Taking Parents Out Of Being The “Sobriety Police,” with AJ Diaz

Filling the Accountability Gap: Taking Parents Out Of Being The “Sobriety Police,” with AJ Diaz

Thursday 11th July 2024

AJ Diaz discusses how parents can support their child's recovery without becoming the 'sobriety police', introducing innovative solutions for ongoing accountability.
50 minutes
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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Author:
Brenda Zane
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Shifting Roles: From Sobriety Police to Supportive Parents with AJ Diaz

Episode Overview

  • Parents should avoid becoming the 'sobriety police'.
  • Ongoing support is crucial after initial treatment.
  • 'Accountable' offers affordable, structured recovery plans.
  • Family dynamics play a significant role in recovery.
  • Fathers' involvement is essential but often overlooked.
It's not that difficult to stay sober within the four walls of treatment.
AJ Diaz joins Brenda Zane on Hopestream to discuss the challenges and solutions for parents dealing with a child's substance use. AJ shares his journey from leaving a sober living home with a basic relapse prevention plan to becoming an expert in addiction recovery. He highlights the gap in support that many face after initial treatment, emphasising the need for ongoing accountability without parents having to play the 'sobriety police'.
AJ introduces the 'Accountable' program, which offers affordable, tech-driven support to help individuals stay on track in their recovery. This approach removes the burden from parents and provides structured, continuous support. Brenda and AJ explore common family dynamics, such as the struggle with boundaries and control, and the importance of parents doing their own therapeutic work. They also touch on the role of fathers in recovery, often overlooked but crucial for family healing.
The episode is packed with practical advice, real-life anecdotes, and a fresh perspective on maintaining sobriety beyond treatment facilities. Don't miss this insightful conversation if you're looking for effective ways to support a loved one through recovery.