I lost myself in another's addiction. I found myself in God's embrace. Every day spent with Him was another day of recovery. (Amen)
Their Addiction ~My Journey, Parenting in the Shadows, pt 2
Mental Health Monday: Don’t Be A Victim; Be a Warrior
Be your own warrior who breaks free from something meant to harm you, silent your spirit, or intrude on what should be healthy, clear, and confident living.
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Their Addiction~My Journey: Rock Bottom Isn’t a Coping Method (for families)
Families choose to disconnect from addiction for various reasons- usually justifiably. They do not need guilt or shame for that heartbreaking decision that probably came years and years after trying to do all they could to help.
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Their Addiction ~My Journey- The Double Life
This is a double life. Battling sorrow and grief of someone who still lives, and beaming with positive energy as I move forward. I don’t pretend, I’m not wearing a temporary mask with a drawn on smile. I choose joy.
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Mental Health Monday- Strength When We Surrender
"God, if you have to take my son, I will let him go." I will never forget the pain in those words. I was heartbroken and angry. How would God do this to us?
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Quick Reflections- That Insanity!
You are leaving the insanity of a situation that you’ve probably lived through for years. You are allowed to walk away and love from a distance. It’s the interaction that changes, not your love. They won’t like it, accept it, or understand. That’s not your problem or responsibility.
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Quick Reflections- Letting Go vs Giving Up
“I don’t like the words ‘give up’ because that’s not what family members of people with substance issues do. We stop being in the addiction. We stop assisting the addiction.” We don’t give up, we let go.
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Podcast Episode: “You Don’t Float”
Listen to the most recent episode of my podcast: “You Don’t Float” https://anchor.fm/authentic-truths/episodes/You-Dont-Float-e1gtm9v Welcome to Authentic Truths in Addiction with me, Lisa Wenninger. This podcast is a journey through the life of addiction from the perspective of a mother. My hope is to bring awareness to this difficult topic. We are in the fight for …
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Their Addiction ~My Journey, “Boundaries for a Parent’s Recovery”
You came to this decision because your mental wellness matters. More than likely you are at the end of yourself, now you have to surrender.
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Their Addiction~My Journey, “Dying Daily”
Four lives lost. In one week, I have sent condolences to four mothers. One more high became the last high. Two of those beautiful souls had been in recovery. That first use after a long period of being clean is scary. Too often, it is fatal. My heart aches for families who wanted this time …
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