Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
Six Pivotal Decisions Parents Get To Make When Their Child Struggles With Substances and Addiction
Six Pivotal Decisions Parents Get To Make When Their Child Struggles With Substances and Addiction
Six Pivotal Decisions Parents Get To Make When Their Child Struggles With Substances and Addiction
Thursday 20th July 2023
Gain practical tips from Brenda Zane on managing emotions, setting routines, and building support as a parent facing child substance challenges.
18 minutes
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Evaluate how you interact with yourself amidst the challenges
- Manage big emotions and utilize the response gap
- Curate a positive intake for mind and body
- Establish morning and evening routines for intentional living
- Curate a supportive circle and set boundaries in relationships
This is actually, if you can believe it, an exciting time in your life because if you choose to, you have the ability and the option to lay down a whole new template for how you go about life. And it's likely going to be more intentional, more thoughtful, more kind, and probably a lot more boundaried than you have ever lived.
Parenting a child grappling with substance use can feel like navigating a stormy sea. In this episode of 'Hopestream', Brenda Zane steps away from the usual heavy topics to offer a refreshing take on how parents can regain control and find some calm. Brenda, a Mayo Clinic Certified health & wellness coach and CRAFT Parent Coach, dives into six pivotal decisions that can transform the lives of parents dealing with these tough circumstances.
It's a short but powerful episode that offers a breather and some much-needed perspective. Brenda emphasizes the power of choice in situations that often feel overwhelming. She discusses how parents can manage their emotions, create positive routines, and build a supportive network. The episode touches on practical tips like setting morning and evening routines, feeding your mind and body with positivity, and the importance of the response gap—pausing before reacting to stressful situations.
These decisions are not just about coping; they're about thriving and finding a new way of being amidst the chaos. This episode is perfect for parents feeling untethered or controlled by their child's addiction. Brenda's empathetic and practical approach provides actionable steps to help parents reclaim their lives. Whether you're new to this journey or have been on it for a while, you'll find Brenda's insights both comforting and empowering.
Tune in for a quick yet impactful listen that could make all the difference in your parenting journey.