Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane, Alex Stavros
Happiness and Joy Are Not the Same (and Why It Matters For Parents), with Alex Stavros, CEO of Embark Behavioral Health
Happiness and Joy Are Not the Same (and Why It Matters For Parents), with Alex Stavros, CEO of Embark Behavioral Health
Happiness and Joy Are Not the Same (and Why It Matters For Parents), with Alex Stavros, CEO of Embark Behavioral Health
Thursday 26th January 2023
Alex Stavros and Brenda Zane discuss choosing joy over happiness in parenting through addiction on 'Hopestream'. Discover heartfelt advice and practical tips.
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Get the buttons here!Choosing Joy: Alex Stavros on Parenting Amidst Addiction
And so, therefore, what ends up happening is that joy can be experienced, and we believe that, in fact, the deepest forms of joy are during times of pain, suffering, struggle, grief and loss, when we're experiencing with somebody else.
Picture this: you're a parent navigating the stormy seas of your child's addiction, and everyone keeps telling you to 'choose happiness'. But what if there's a better way? In this episode of 'Hopestream', host Brenda Zane sits down with Alex Stavros, the CEO of Embark Behavioral Health, to explore why choosing joy might be a game-changer for parents in these tough situations.
Alex brings a wealth of experience from his decade-long work in youth behavioral health and some fascinating personal stories from his childhood in the slums of Peru. He argues that joy, unlike happiness, is a deeper, more sustainable state of being that can truly transform how we support our children through their struggles. Brenda and Alex dive into the nitty-gritty of why joy matters, how it can help break down stigma, and the importance of unconditional acceptance in parenting.
They also tackle the big challenges in today's mental health landscape and share practical tips on finding trusted behavioral health services. This episode isn't just about theories; it's packed with heartfelt advice and real-life experiences that can help you navigate the choppy waters of addiction with a bit more grace and a lot more joy.