Michelle Weidenbenner
Michelle Weidenbenner
Should you Give Your Addicted Loved One Advice?
Should you Give Your Addicted Loved One Advice?
Should you Give Your Addicted Loved One Advice?
Friday 22nd April 2022
Michelle Weidenbenner offers trust-building tips for moms of addicted loved ones, focusing on active listening and support without giving unsolicited advice.
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Michelle Weidenbenner
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Connecting with Your Addicted Loved One: Trust-Building Tips for Moms
When we convey that we trust them in their process to make a decision, who's going to be responsible for that outcome? When they make a decision right, it's going to be them. It helps build trust in your relationship.
When dealing with a child's addiction, the instinct to give advice can be overwhelming. In this heartfelt episode, Michelle Weidenbenner, known as the Chief Hope Builder, dives into the delicate art of connecting with your addicted loved one without resorting to unsolicited advice. Michelle draws from her own experiences as a mother who has navigated these troubled waters, offering relatable and practical guidance.
She introduces the concept of Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT), explaining how it can transform your relationship with your child. Instead of pushing advice, Michelle encourages moms to listen actively and embrace different perspectives. She shares practical tips on managing frustration and anger, ensuring you maintain your own well-being while supporting your child. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for any mother struggling to build trust and find peace in the chaos of addiction.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation that promises to bring you closer to your loved one.