Michelle Weidenbenner
Michelle Weidenbenner
Interview with author, Sandy Swenson
Interview with author, Sandy Swenson
Interview with author, Sandy Swenson
Sunday 31st January 2021
Listen to Sandy Swenson discuss her journey through her son's addiction, offering insights on enabling, boundaries, and self-care for mothers.
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Michelle Weidenbenner
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength: Sandy Swenson’s Story of Love and Addiction
I'm so appreciative of you guys, both of you guys, for having this out there for us moms, you know, to help us understand it more, because this was all new to me too.
What happens when love and addiction collide? In this episode of 'Moms Letting Go Without Giving Up', host Michelle Weidenbenner chats with Sandy Swenson, a mother who has navigated these turbulent waters. Sandy is the author of several poignant books, including 'The Joey Song: A Mother’s Story of Her Son’s Addiction' and 'Tending Dandelions: Honest Meditations for Mothers With Addicted Children'. Her words have become a lifeline for many mothers facing similar struggles.
Sandy opens up about her journey, sharing raw and heartfelt experiences from her son’s battle with addiction. She talks candidly about the delicate balance between helping and enabling, and the crucial role of setting boundaries. This conversation isn’t just about the hardships; it’s also about resilience, self-care, and finding moments of peace amidst the chaos. Listeners will find Sandy's insights both comforting and practical.
She highlights the importance of self-care for mothers, emphasizing that looking after oneself is not selfish but necessary. Sandy also touches on the need for more resources and support for families dealing with addiction, advocating for a community where no one feels alone in their struggle. If you're a mother grappling with a child's addiction, or know someone who is, this episode offers a blend of empathy, wisdom, and hope.
Tune in to hear Sandy Swenson’s story and gain valuable insights that might just make your journey a bit more bearable.