Parents of loved ones in addiction often face, ridicule, shame, and guilt for the decisions they make in their lives. People on the outside don’t know the full story and often believe they know better. We know that recovery comes easier for those seeking it when they have a support system and continued connection to their family. However, it doesn’t always work that way. This episode is to bring awareness for the lack of empathy that parents face and support to those in need. Don’t forget to subscribe and follow along. Thank you for your support.
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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Whispers of a Mother’s Heart~ Silent in Wait
Today is October 12. Ten months ago, my daughter stopped all contact. I've been lost since.
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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: Fighting the Giants
You can only be the David of your own life. Satan is going to come at you through their addiction, but he’s coming at you for you. Don’t be so immersed in your desire to save your child that you forget yourself.
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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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Quick Reflection-I Still Learn
Because with all a parent already knows, they know very little about their addicted child.
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Podcast: Addiction Momma, “Let Go and Let God”
There comes a point we must decide to surrender- in that surrender we are handing the battle back to God. We accept our limitations and seek His infinite space.
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Their Addiction~My Journey: Stigma vs. Truth
Watching and living in addiction has been one of the most significant challenges of my life. It encouraged my impossible obsession -to save someone against their will and try to control something I could never control.
Lisa @ Authentic Truths 