Parents
Parents
SHAME & PRIDE
SHAME & PRIDE
SHAME & PRIDE
Monday 13th January 2025
Parents share their experiences of dealing with shame and pride while navigating their children's addiction journeys, featuring therapist Betsy Auray.
55 minutes
Inspiring
Compassionate
Supportive
Honest
Non-judgmental
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Addiction is a family disease impacting everyone involved.
- Shame and pride can delay seeking necessary help.
- Community support is crucial for both parents and children.
- Honesty and vulnerability help break the cycle of isolation.
- Recovery milestones are significant and should be celebrated.
The most beautiful people are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths.
Navigating the tumultuous waters of parenting a child with substance use disorder is a unique journey filled with both moments of shame and pride. In this episode of 'My Child & ADDICTION', several parents come together to share their heartfelt experiences, reflecting on the emotional rollercoaster that accompanies their children's battles with addiction and mental health issues.
The episode features marriage and family therapist Betsy Auray, who offers her professional insights alongside her personal story of having a child in recovery. Each parent recounts their own struggles and triumphs, painting a vivid picture of the highs and lows that define their journeys. From dealing with public outbursts and the fear of societal judgment to celebrating milestones in their children's recovery, the discussion is raw and real.
The parents candidly discuss how their pride sometimes masked the severity of their children's conditions, leading to delayed intervention. They also explore how overcoming shame and embracing vulnerability have been pivotal in fostering genuine connections and support within their families. Betsy emphasises the importance of community and connection in battling isolation and shame, noting that these feelings often keep families unhealthy and addicts active in their addiction.
The episode is a powerful reminder that while addiction is a family disease, recovery can also be a collective triumph. By sharing their stories, these parents offer hope and solidarity to others facing similar challenges. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complex emotions involved in parenting through addiction and to find comfort in knowing you're not alone.