Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
Natural Consequences: The Value of Letting Your Child With Substance Use Disorder Make Mistakes with Brenda Zane
Natural Consequences: The Value of Letting Your Child With Substance Use Disorder Make Mistakes with Brenda Zane
Natural Consequences: The Value of Letting Your Child With Substance Use Disorder Make Mistakes with Brenda Zane
Wednesday 15th July 2020
Brenda Zane explores the value of natural consequences in parenting kids with substance use disorder and shares self-care tips for parents.
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Embracing Natural Consequences: Parenting Through Substance Use Disorder with Brenda Zane
So take Every Day as an opportunity to you know at least be aware of the choices that you're making and you know to go through these four steps: the getting in the right frame of mind.
Parenting is never a walk in the park, but when your child is grappling with substance use disorder, the stakes feel even higher. Brenda Zane, host of 'Hopestream', dives into this challenging territory with heartfelt honesty and practical advice. In this episode, she tackles the tough question every parent faces: when to step in and when to let your child learn from their mistakes.
Brenda opens up about her own struggles with this dilemma, sharing real-life examples from her son's journey through high-risk behaviors and substance use. Brenda discusses the common tendency among parents to shield their children from life's hardships, a habit that's hard to break especially when your child's choices seem dangerous. She explains why letting kids face natural consequences, even severe ones, can be crucial for their growth and recovery.
By reframing negative experiences, parents can see them as essential learning opportunities rather than failures. This episode isn't just about theory; Brenda provides concrete steps for parents to stop 'rescuing' their teens and start allowing them to navigate their own paths. She also emphasizes the importance of self-care for parents, offering tips on how to maintain your own well-being while supporting your child.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just looking for new strategies, Brenda's compassionate and insightful approach will leave you feeling understood and equipped to handle these tough situations. 'Tune in' to this episode of 'Hopestream' for a blend of personal stories, expert advice, and a community of support that understands what you're going through.