Navigating Traditions: Finding Light Amidst Addiction's Shadows
It really takes sitting down and thinking about those things and acknowledging where we may be falling short.
Shar Jones returns with a heartfelt episode of 'Beyond Hope', tackling the emotional rollercoaster that comes with old traditions and memories, especially during the holidays. Shar opens up about her personal struggles with old beliefs and fears, and how they led her to fall back into unhelpful patterns. She shares her journey of recognizing these signs and pushing through the darkness to find light.
This episode is particularly poignant for mothers of addicts and family members who feel the immense pressure of trying to recreate happier times that no longer fit their current reality. Shar emphasizes the importance of self-care and the necessity of acknowledging where we might be falling short in our relationships and communities. She candidly discusses the exhaustion that comes from trying to perfect traditions that no longer serve us and the liberation that comes from creating new ones.
Shar's reflections offer a beacon of hope, encouraging listeners to sit down, reflect, and make conscious choices to move forward from the shadows of addiction. Tune in for an episode filled with empathy, practical advice, and a reminder that it's okay to let go of the past to make room for a brighter future.