Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane, Dina Cannizzaro
How Parents Can Create Conditions For Change Using Compassion and Self-Care When A Child is Misusing Drugs or Alcohol, With Dina Cannizzaro
How Parents Can Create Conditions For Change Using Compassion and Self-Care When A Child is Misusing Drugs or Alcohol, With Dina Cannizzaro
How Parents Can Create Conditions For Change Using Compassion and Self-Care When A Child is Misusing Drugs or Alcohol, With Dina Cannizzaro
Thursday 3rd November 2022
Join Brenda Zane and Dina Cannizzaro on Hopestream as they discuss reconnecting with a child amid addiction through self-care and compassion.
59 minutes
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Healing
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Rebuilding Bonds: A Mother's Path to Healing and Connection Amid Her Son's Addiction
I think a big part of the healing on a parent's part is to say: okay, I can't change this and go back, we can't erase it. And, granted, if you're in the middle of it right now, know that you don't have to feel this way today.
Ever felt like you're losing control while trying to support a child misusing drugs or alcohol? In this episode of Hopestream, host Brenda Zane chats with Dina Cannizzaro, a mom who’s been through the wringer but emerged stronger. Dina shares her incredible journey of reconnecting with her son Parker, who has now been in recovery for six years. She opens up about the fears, anxieties, and the toll it took on her family relationships, particularly with her other children.
But this isn’t just a tale of struggle; it’s one of resilience and hope. Dina talks about the actionable steps she took to channel her fears into positive change, emphasizing the crucial role of self-care and compassion. She also discusses how she managed to repair strained relationships and offers insights into coping strategies that helped her family navigate these turbulent times.
If you’re looking for practical advice and a story that will inspire you to keep going, this episode is a must-listen.