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Recovery is a journey, and it’s one that benefits from the right set of tools to build resilience and guide each step. From the grounding practice of mindfulness and the emotional release of journaling to the comfort found in support groups, these tools are anchors for anyone striving to stay sober. Remember, progress isn’t always about perfection—it’s about the commitment to showing up, learning, and growing a little every day. Read on to discover ways to support your loved one on their path to lasting recovery. https://lnkd.in/eMCqhq5X #OvercomeAddiction #RecoveryJourney #AddictionFreedom #LoveAnotherWay

From Chaos to Calm: How Moms Help Their Adult Child Who Struggle With Addiction Discover how moms go from chaos to calm. Help your adult child defeat addiction or mental illness with our "Smothering Strategy". Be the change your family needs. https://lnkd.in/eRkn4WC3 #HealingFromAddiction #HopeAfterAddiction #SupportForRecovery #LoveAnotherWay

Patt, it’s so moving to hear how much connection and support have meant to you. 🌟 Sharing your journey with others is such a gift. If you're looking for a space to feel supported and understood, our free workshop is here for you. You're never alone in this. 💕 https://lnkd.in/e26kkaDc #strongwomen #healing #KnowYourWorthLadies #women #LoveAnotherWay

Remember, taking care of you is one of the most powerful gifts you can give your child. 💖 When you prioritize your well-being, you’re showing them what it means to love and respect oneself. It’s not easy, but being a healthy, whole version of yourself is the best support you can offer. 🌿 You deserve that care, too. #HealthyMomHealthyFamily #SelfCareIsStrength #MomsJourney #LoveAnotherWay

For moms of addicts, here’s WHY the “natural” way we treat our children is actually the worst approach. (What to do instead.) It took me years to learn this. And quite frankly, it was a painful truth. But suddenly I realized why everything I did to “fix” my son’s addiction was actually making the situation WORSE. I realized why the books and support groups never helped. And finally I realized what my son truly DID need from me… …(which ended up being the very thing that would bring peace back to my own life). See, here’s where we can be our own worst enemies. As parents, we are wired to love our kids. And that’s a great thing. But it can backfire when addiction enters the picture. Our natural way of loving our children keeps them locked in their ways - and DISCOURAGES them from choosing recovery. Look, I am NOT saying we need “tough love” with our kids. When people talk about being “too hard” on our kids or “too soft” - they’re missing the point entirely. There’s no such thing as too hard or too soft. And if there was some magic blend of “hard” and “soft” that created change in our kids… We all would have found it a long time ago. Instead, we need to completely rethink the way we parent our addicted children. We need a fresh view of what they really need… and what we can really do. The good news is that we have incredible power. There IS hope. And it is possible to reclaim our own lives and the lives of our children - while encouraging them to recover. I’m happy to say that my son eventually chose recovery. I’m so proud of the mature and responsible man that he has become. And he is the first to tell you that it was the change in ME that encouraged him to change. All because I finally understood why almost all parents get it wrong… And what I needed to do instead. Since then, I’ve made it my mission to share this information with as many parents as possible. Let me share those concepts with you today in a free video workshop. It’s time to start your journey toward hope and peace: https://lnkd.in/eBkwtBgt #AddictionFreedom #HealingFromAddiction #HopeAfterAddiction #LoveAnotherWay

Nora, it's so empowering to see you take this step for yourself. 🌱 Finding practical ways to handle such a tough journey makes all the difference. If you're looking for real support and guidance, our free workshop is here for you. You’re not alone in this. 💖 https://lnkd.in/eESQWMTs #SupportForRecovery #BreakingAddiction #RecoveryIsPossible #LoveAnotherWay

Relapse is a common hurdle on the recovery journey, but it doesn’t have to mean failure. By identifying personal triggers, setting realistic goals, and building a strong support network, your loved one can learn to bounce back stronger. Coping skills like mindfulness, visualization, and connecting with positive influences make staying sober a reality, not just a hope. Recovery is a journey—encourage them to view each challenge as a stepping stone. https://lnkd.in/eZA3FS2c #RelapsePrevention #StayStrong #LoveAnotherWay

Transform Relationship W/ Difficult Family Members Using Specific Communication Method Many women don’t realize that they can transform their relationship with a loved one that is hard to get along with using my proven method for communication. Years ago I watched my son's behavior slowly change over time, and it didn’t take long for our relationship to completely change with it. He was argumentative and constantly behaving in ways I didn’t agree with. So as any mom would, I called him out. Which (no surprise) made him even more angry. But still, I continued trying to “fix him” And again and again, it only made things worse. From calm as can be to completely blowing up - I tried everything. But each desperate attempt to get him to change just pushed him away more. And the chaos went beyond our relationship. I’d be up all night thinking about our next interaction - good or bad. The anxiety I felt over what might happen next between us was unbearable. I had always heard the advice “You can’t make someone else change. They have to want to change.” But as a mom I simply couldn’t believe that to be true. I thought it was my responsibility to MAKE my son get his life together. Until one day, it finally clicked. I realized I’d never forced anyone to do anything… and everyone’s just doing what THEY think is right. At this point, I was beyond exhausted from the never ending turmoil our relationship was bringing us both. So I decided to change the only thing I had any true control over, which was the way I was communicating. Little by little, the stress and anxiety I always felt when I was around him started to lessen. Things weren’t so tense all the time. He was no longer so defensive and argumentative. His behavior actually seemed to change before my eyes. Our relationship began to fully mend. And he even credits our renewed relationship to the specific approach I took to communicating with him. Actually, when I finally nailed down these strategies for communication, ALL my relationships improved. And now I’m teaching other women how they can do the same. https://lnkd.in/eiYwXEGz #communicationskills #communication #communicationstrategy #loveanotherway

To the moms facing the heartbreak of watching their child struggle—remember, you’re doing so much more than you realize. 💖 You can’t fix everything, and that’s okay. What you can do is show them love, resilience, and hope, even in the hardest moments. Your steady presence and care make a difference, even if it doesn’t feel like it right now. Take it one day at a time—you’re stronger than you know. 💪💜 #OneDayAtATime #LoveAndStrength #MomsSupportingMoms

Embrace the warrior within—the one who knows her worth, her power, and her beauty. 🌟 You are a unique force, wild and grounded, capable of magic and transformation. Let go of any voices that say you’re anything less than extraordinary. You are more than enough, just as you are. 💖✨ #OwnYourPower #WarriorWithin #UnapologeticallyYou #LoveAnotherWay