Valerie Silveira

Warriors in Hope with Valerie Silveira

Valerie Silveira

  • Their Addiction Doesn't Make You A Bad Mom

Their Addiction Doesn't Make You A Bad Mom

Wednesday 24th August 2022

Valerie Silveira shares her journey through her child's addiction, offering hope and advice for mothers to overcome shame and guilt. Listen now.
13 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
Supportive

About this podcast

Warriors in Hope with Valerie Silveira
Author:
Valerie Silveira
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Breaking the Chains of Guilt: A Mother's Journey Through Her Child's Addiction

Their addiction does not make you a bad mom. It makes you a mom that wishes things were different.
Ever feel like you're drowning in guilt because your child is battling addiction? Valerie Silveira knows that struggle all too well. In this heartfelt episode of 'Warriors in Hope', she opens up about her own experience as a mother dealing with her daughter's addiction. Valerie shares the emotional rollercoaster of shame, guilt, and heartbreak that comes with having a child addicted to drugs. But she doesn't stop there.
She offers practical advice to help mothers shed these heavy burdens and find their footing again. One of the key messages in this episode is that addiction is not the mother's fault. Valerie emphasizes that addiction can strike any family, regardless of how good a parent you are. She encourages moms to let go of the shame and guilt, reminding them that they've done their best.
The episode also touches on the importance of equipping children with the tools to face life's challenges, highlighting that some adversity can actually build courage and resilience. Valerie's candid storytelling and practical tips make this episode a must-listen for any mother grappling with a child's addiction. She stresses the importance of stepping off the 'rollercoaster from hell' and learning to stand strong on your own.
By sharing her journey, Valerie aims to provide hope and healing, showing that it's possible to move forward with courage and strength. If you or someone you know is dealing with similar struggles, this episode offers a compassionate and supportive message. Tune in to 'Warriors in Hope' and take the first step towards reclaiming your peace and strength.