Overview + Confession: Raising You Is Killing Me

In this first episode, I share an overview of my parenting journey as an adoptive mother thus far.  Additionally, I go into detail about my first confession:  I used to say that I should write a book about my parenting journey.  I joked that the title would be, “Raising You Is Killing Me”.  It was funny.  Until I truly started to imagine taking my leave of this world.  **It is crucial to note that I did NOT say this to my son, but to my close circle of trusted friends.Included in this episode: * brief overview of foster>adopt journey*initial concerning behaviors*brief overview of the middle school years*lists of books on my nightstand*my mental health crisis*why I chose the podcast titleMy audacious intent for this podcast is to be a beacon of hope for parents and guardians like me, who are raising wounded children and doing their best to stay afloat.  I have found my way from surviving to thriving and you can, too!Talk to me! Click here to provide feedbackThanks for listening, Beloveds.  Please take care of yourselves; if you don’t do it, who will?   Keep advocating for your child.  And, most importantly, stay tenacious!PODCAST RECOMMENDATION:The TBRI PodcastQUICK VIDEOS TO WATCH:Karyn Purvis Institute of Child DevelopmentBOOK RECOMMENDATION:The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting Strategies and Solutions by Sarah NaishResources on suicide prevention:Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are experiencing mental health-related distress or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.- Call or text 988- Chat at 988lifeline.org Connect with a trained crisis counselor...