Nurturing Kids While Staying Sober: Tips from a Family Systems Expert
Teach through encouragement. Set effective boundaries. Focus on quality connections with your kids.
Parenting is tough on a good day, but throw early recovery into the mix, and it can feel downright impossible. In this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', host William C. Moyers chats with family systems research scientist Kate Gliske, PhD, about how to foster positive interactions with your kids while navigating the challenges of sobriety. Kate shares practical tips like teaching through encouragement, setting effective boundaries, and focusing on quality connections with your children.
She also dives into the importance of emotional self-care, reminding parents that a stressed-out mind is more likely to lead to negative interactions. Tune in to learn how to keep your family relationships strong and healthy, even when recovery feels overwhelming.