This is why!
THIS IS WHY!
Whispers of a Mother’s Heart- I Confess
People lose themselves to addiction, and in the process, it can bring out the worst in them. It escalates the darkest parts of their being. In its wake, it leaves families broken, children abandoned, and an abyss of emotions and feelings that seem to have no end. The weight of this issue is heavy, and we need each other's support to bear it.
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Whispers of a Mother’s Heart- Voluntary Missing Adults
The author reflects on the pain of having a loved one lost to addiction, contrasting feelings of disappointment with compassion. Despite the struggle of setting boundaries, love endures. The message emphasizes hope for recovery and the enduring bond between parent and child, regardless of the challenges posed by addiction.
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Whispers of a Mother’s Heart~ Directions and Stop Signs
"OK, Lord, here I am. Now, where am I?" Continue the journey through a mother's experience with a loved ones addiction. Once you surrender and let go of what you don't know and can't control, you feel lost. Faith will light neon signs to help you see, you need only ask.
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Their Addiction~My Journey: What Did I Do Wrong?
You can lose yourself by asking, “What did I do wrong?” You will evaporate chasing addiction further into itself.
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Their Addiction ~My Journey: I Love You, No Matter What!
I suppose your heart is a bit hardened to the possibilities as you accept their choices and the outcomes of chronic substance use- jail, treatment, or death.
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Their Addiction~My Journey: Deeper Still
As families fall silent through the loss that hits over and over, be patient. Allow them to process and mourn. Death isn’t the only sting in this journey; it’s only the final one. The day-to-day emptiness is heavy.
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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: “I’m Sorry They Hate You”
When the bad got worse and everyone departed, I stood firm. I’m not confident I was wanted, though. The more I stayed, the more despised I became. Eventually, I left you to do what you wanted to do.
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Their Addiction~My Journey: I’m Tired
..all the words in the world can’t fix this.
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