Episode 39 – Friends (the Show), Family, Addiction and being Equipped for the Holiday Season

A short but timely Episode on who to turn to in the Holiday Season if you're a parent in the midst of Recovery, no matter what stage you may find yourself today. So many of us are going through challenges that not everyone can understand. Be sure to get your resources ready as there will be a moment when you need to speak with someone walking a similar journey. So, as you pass the cranberry sauce (and please contact me if you have any great recipes, contact info is on the website), remember: you are not alone in this journey. Find your people. Find us. 3:55 - Dianne Sawyer's Interview with Matthew Perry, ABC News YouTube5:45 - Brain Thrive by 256:20 - Definition of ACEs, Adverse Childhood Experiences7:30 - Resources for Discussing SUDs and how we, as parents, can manage around this condition8:45 - Chronic Hope Institute, and excellent Professional Resource for Family Addiction Education led by my friend Kevin Petersen10:10 - Matt Perry's book, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: a Memoir10:45 -GetHelp linkto a list of Meetings for Parents in RecoveryThank you for listening and please visit www.siblinghoodofrecovery.com for free resources, links to organizations, groups and individuals who can offer help in the Journey of Recovery towards healing from substance use disorders. If you like this Podcast, please leave a rating on wherever you're listening. It will help to get the word out. If there is one message I can leave you with, the best you can offer your loved one battling addiction is love and a healthier you. Walk gently, my friend.