Holding Hope – A Mother’s Perspective on Addiction and Healing

In this special BONUS Mother's Day episode of Positive Recovery MD, host Julie DeNofa honors moms' unwavering love and resilience in navigating their children's recovery journeys. Through heartfelt stories from mothers in the Positive Recovery community, Julie shares moments of fear, courage, and transformation that come with loving someone through addiction.

Moms like Millie, Sandy, Carol, Kim, and an anonymous mother offer vulnerable reflections on letting go, setting boundaries, and never losing hope. These real-life experiences highlight the shared pain of addiction and the shared healing that recovery brings to families.

This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, healing is ongoing, and love plays a vital role in the journey. With insights on support, honesty, and self-care, this conversation offers comfort and connection for anyone walking alongside a loved one in recovery.

Topics Discussed:

• Understanding addiction as a family disease, not a moral failure 

• Setting boundaries as an extension of love with structure, not rejection

• Why support systems are vital for long-term healing

• Holding onto the grace in the process of recovery that defies logic

• A mother's strength is hope in the face of heartbreak

• Why mothers should prioritize self-care and seek their own support

• Staying informed, knowing the signs of addiction, and when/how to implement tools like Narcan 

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CHAPTERS: 

00:00 Welcome to Positive Recovery MD

00:59 Mother's Day Reflections

03:21 Millie and Colleen: A Mother's Journey

08:35 Sandy and Chris: A Tale of Resilience

11:56 Carol and Steven: Overcoming Together

19:11 Kim's Perspective: Dual Recoveries

26:02 Anonymous Mom: Holding Onto Hope

27:57 A Heartfelt Letter from an Anonymous Alumni

31:18 Tips for Moms: Supporting Children in Recovery

36:01 Final Thoughts and Resources

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