Tim Westbrook
Tim Westbrook
My Child Is An Addict With Jeff Hays
My Child Is An Addict With Jeff Hays
My Child Is An Addict With Jeff Hays
Tuesday 11th April 2023
Jeff Hays shares his journey as a parent dealing with his son's addiction. Hear insights on love, resilience, and recovery in this episode of 'I Love Being Sober'.
60 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Jeff Hays shares his personal journey as a parent of a son struggling with addiction, offering insights and perspectives for families dealing with similar situations.
- The conversation delves deep into the complexities and challenges faced by individuals and families dealing with addiction, highlighting the importance of love, acceptance, and support.
- Jeff Hays provides valuable lessons and perspectives on understanding addiction, parenting, and the relentless pursuit of supporting those struggling with addiction.
- The episode offers a message of reassurance and hope, resonating with parents and individuals dealing with the complexities of addiction and recovery.
- Listeners gain insights into the impact of childhood trauma, the role of psychedelics in addiction, recovery strategies, mental health, and creating healthy boundaries.
I've come to believe, I know in my life, my mom died when I was 11, and I made some decisions as an 11-year-old to lock up my heart that I did not, through all the therapy, through all the work I went through, I did not make a dent in that wall until I was 61 years old.
What happens when a parent is faced with their child's addiction? In this heartfelt episode of 'I Love Being Sober', Tim Westbrook sits down with Jeff Hays, an award-winning filmmaker, author, and television producer, to explore this very question. Jeff opens up about his personal journey as a father navigating the turbulent waters of his son's addiction.
With a career spanning over three decades and a life filled with 11 children and numerous grandchildren, Jeff brings a unique perspective to the table. He candidly discusses how he balances his professional life with the challenges of parenting an addicted child. From the importance of setting healthy boundaries to the role of love and acceptance in recovery, Jeff's stories are both inspiring and deeply human.
He also touches on his work in documentary filmmaking and his upcoming books, providing a well-rounded view of his multifaceted life. Whether you're a parent dealing with similar issues or someone interested in understanding the complexities of addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to hear Jeff's compelling narrative and find hope and resilience in the face of adversity.