Shar Jones

Beyond Hope

Shar Jones

  • S3E5: I’ve Been Waiting For You

S3E5: I’ve Been Waiting For You

Wednesday 17th March 2021

Shar Jones shares her journey of supporting a loved one through addiction, emphasizing self-care and community in 'I’ve Been Waiting For You'.
22 minutes
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Informative
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Hopeful

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Beyond Hope
Author:
Shar Jones
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Rediscovering Self: Finding Peace Amidst Addiction in 'I’ve Been Waiting For You'

I just wanted to let you know that you are on my mind. I'm thinking of all my moms out there who are just trying to figure this all out, figuring out how to love and support our kids while holding healthy boundaries for ourselves and while allowing them to make mistakes, while also making sure that they have the tools that they need to make good choices for themselves and to be safe, and it's just not that easy.
Ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, especially when it comes to a loved one's addiction? Shar Jones, host of 'Beyond Hope', knows that feeling all too well. In this heartfelt episode titled 'I’ve Been Waiting For You', Shar invites listeners to take a moment, breathe deeply, and reconnect with themselves. She beautifully captures the essence of what it means to support someone through addiction while also learning to nurture your own well-being.
Shar shares her personal journey of loving an addict and emphasizes the critical need for setting healthy boundaries. She reminds us that it's okay to let go of the responsibility for others' happiness and start focusing on our own healing. This episode is a gentle nudge to find solace and strength within yourself and the community around you. Shar’s soothing words encourage listeners to allow hope to re-enter their lives, highlighting that it's time to love yourself and live renewed.
Whether you're a mother, sibling, or friend of someone battling addiction, Shar’s insights offer valuable strategies and a comforting sense of solidarity. Tune in to 'I’ve Been Waiting For You' for an uplifting experience that promises to leave you feeling lighter and more hopeful.