Ginny Mills
Ginny Mills
Grieving the Loss of Our Dreams
Grieving the Loss of Our Dreams
Grieving the Loss of Our Dreams
Monday 11th January 2021
Ginny Mills shares insights on coping with the grief of a child's addiction and finding hope through support groups in 'A Dose of Hope'.
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Ginny Mills
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Grieving Dreams: Finding Hope Amidst a Child's Addiction
I grieve what should have been or as I always dreamed it would be.
Imagine planning a bright future for your child, only to see those dreams shattered by addiction. In this heartfelt episode of 'A Dose of Hope', Ginny Mills opens up about the emotional rollercoaster parents face when their child's addiction derails their hopes and aspirations. Drawing from her own journey with her daughter’s recovery, Ginny provides a compassionate look at the grief and sense of loss many parents experience.
She touches on the painful comparisons parents often make with the seemingly perfect lives displayed on social media, intensifying their sorrow and frustration. But it's not all bleak. Ginny shines a light on the power of parent-to-parent support groups, where sharing fears, frustrations, and small victories can offer solace and strength. She encourages parents to be grateful for their child's current state in their recovery journey, however imperfect it may be.
This episode is a reminder that while the path is tough, there are resources and communities ready to offer support. From educational videos to private consultations available through Parenting Through Addiction, Ginny highlights tools that can help parents become active participants in their child's recovery. Tune in for a blend of personal stories and professional advice aimed at helping parents navigate these challenging times with hope and resilience.