Valerie Silveira
Valerie Silveira
Managing Disappointment With Donna Bova - Manly
Managing Disappointment With Donna Bova - Manly
Managing Disappointment With Donna Bova - Manly
Wednesday 17th January 2024
Valerie Silveira and Donna Bova-Manly discuss managing disappointment, finding hope, and navigating the challenges of addiction and recovery.
35 minutes
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Get the buttons here!From Heartbreak to Hope: Donna Bova-Manly's Journey Through Her Son's Addiction
Episode Overview
- Donna's journey of managing disappointment and finding hope amidst her son's long-term addiction
- The transformation from disappointment to depression and the importance of managing expectations
- The process of finding purpose and empowerment through adversity and recovery
- Valerie and Donna's candid conversation about navigating through the challenges of addiction and recovery
- Donna's powerful testament to resilience and hope in the face of adversity
I'm going to have hope, but I am going to meet Anthony where he's at from now on. I am not going to have expectation. I'm going to love him where he's at. I'm going to have no expectations of him, none, zero, because then I get disappointed. So I'm just going to love him where he's at. And I told him I was going to love him where he's at. And I'm going to meet him where he's at. Cause that's my son. I will never enable him. I will never give him drugs or, you know, that's, but you didn't take the pressure off of them the pressure I did I said I don't have any any expectations of you I love you but the expectations are gone they're completely gone and I just want to love you where you're at wow okay
Life often throws curveballs that test our resilience, and for Donna Bova-Manly, those challenges have been particularly tough. In this episode of 'Warriors in Hope', Valerie Silveira sits down with Donna to discuss her heart-wrenching experience as a mother dealing with her son's long-term addiction. Donna opens up about the emotional rollercoaster, from initial shock and disappointment to finding a way to cope and eventually thrive despite the circumstances.
Their conversation isn't just about the struggles; it's also about the small victories and the profound strength that can be found in the darkest of times. Donna shares how she managed her expectations and learned to live a fulfilling life while still holding onto hope for her son's recovery. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope.
If you're someone who has faced similar challenges or knows someone who has, Donna's story will resonate deeply. Valerie and Donna's candid discussion provides not just a glimpse into their lives but also practical advice on how to navigate through disappointment and find purpose even in adversity. Whether you're dealing with addiction in your family or simply looking for inspiration to overcome life's hurdles, this episode offers valuable insights and a comforting sense of solidarity.