Ginny Mills
Ginny Mills
Is That Too Much to Ask
Is That Too Much to Ask
Is That Too Much to Ask
Friday 15th June 2018
Join Ginny Mills on 'A Dose of Hope' as she shares her journey of finding peace amidst her child's addiction and the importance of self-care.
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Author:
Ginny Mills
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Finding Calm in the Storm: Ginny Mills on Self-Care Amidst Addiction
Today I am intentional about creating my own sanctuary experiences for the sake of my own health, sanity and personal fulfillment.
Picture this: your life feels like it's spinning out of control because your child is struggling with addiction. In this episode of 'A Dose of Hope', Ginny Mills, an addiction specialist and a mother who has been there, shares her deeply personal journey of navigating the chaos that comes with a child's substance use issues.
Ginny opens up about the toll her daughter's addiction took on her mental and emotional wellbeing, and how she found a way to carve out moments of peace and serenity in the midst of it all. She talks about the importance of creating a sanctuary for yourself – a place or even just a moment where you can breathe and feel safe.
It's not just about surviving; it's about finding small pockets of joy and calm that can help you keep going. Ginny offers practical advice on how to take those first steps towards self-care, starting with just five minutes a day. Her message is clear: it's okay to ask for what you need, and taking care of yourself is essential if you want to be there for your child.
She emphasizes that you don't need to engage in risky behavior to change how you feel; small, intentional actions can make a big difference. Throughout the episode, Ginny reminds parents that while the journey is tough, there is hope. She also highlights resources available at ParentingThroughAddiction.com, including educational videos, information about treatment centers, group support, and private consultations. These tools can help parents feel less isolated and more empowered as they support their child's recovery.
Tune in to this heartfelt episode for a dose of inspiration and practical steps towards finding your own peace amidst the storm.