Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Hazelden Publishing
Just Dandy: Being With Family While Being Without Family
Just Dandy: Being With Family While Being Without Family
Just Dandy: Being With Family While Being Without Family
Thursday 26th November 2020
Sandra Swenson shares her journey through family addiction and loss, offering insights on self-care, resilience, and finding hope amidst chaos.
9 minutes
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Empowering
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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Healing Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Finding Hope: Sandra Swenson’s Journey Through Family Struggles and Addiction
How can we be 'just dandy' and mean it?
Holidays can be a minefield of emotions, especially when addiction and loss are part of the equation. In this heartfelt episode of 'Recovery Road', Sandra Swenson opens up about her life as a mother dealing with her son's addiction, a daughter witnessing her parents' memory fade, and a woman navigating new beginnings. Through excerpts from her book 'Just Dandy: Living with Heartache and Wishes', Swenson delves into the tangled web of family dynamics, grief, and the quest for inner peace.
She candidly shares moments of crying, reflecting on lost dreams, and finding solace in friendships and new traditions. Her story is a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar challenges, offering insights on self-care, resilience, and the power of connection. Whether you're grappling with addiction in your family or seeking ways to cope with loss, Swenson's journey will resonate deeply and provide comfort.