Ginny Mills
Ginny Mills
Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop
Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop
Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop
Friday 22nd June 2018
Join Ginny Mills on 'A Dose of Hope' as she shares her journey of coping with her child's addiction and finding joy in the present moment.
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Ginny Mills
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Finding Joy Amidst the Chaos: A Parent's Journey Through a Child's Addiction
I could not control my kids' actions through my sheer will, nor prevent anything through my constant waiting for the worst to happen.
Picture this: you're constantly on edge, waiting for the next crisis to hit. That's the reality for many parents dealing with a child's addiction. In this episode of 'A Dose of Hope', Ginny Mills, an addiction specialist and mother of a daughter in recovery, shares her deeply personal journey through these turbulent times. Ginny opens up about the overwhelming fear and anxiety that comes with 'waiting for the other shoe to drop'.
She talks about how these feelings can consume every waking moment, making it hard to find any semblance of peace or joy. But Ginny doesn't just dwell on the struggles. She also shares how she learned to manage her fears and irrational thoughts by staying present and finding moments of joy and laughter, even in the midst of chaos.
She emphasizes the importance of not becoming addicted to our children's addiction journey, a trap that's all too easy to fall into. Ginny offers practical tools and resources for parents to become part of the solution, rather than getting lost in the problem. From educational videos to information about treatment centers, aftercare resources, group support, and private consultations, she provides a roadmap for parents looking to support their child's recovery while maintaining their own sanity.
This episode is a lifeline for any parent feeling overwhelmed by their child's addiction. Ginny's message is one of hope, resilience, and finding freedom in the present moment. It's a reminder that even in the darkest times, there are ways to reclaim joy and take back control of your life.