In this heartfelt episode of Thrive While Loving an Addict, host KL Wells sits down with Debbie Simmons—author, founder, and resilient mother of nine adopted children from the foster care system. Debbie shares her extraordinary journey through infertility, profound loss, and the challenges of raising children with traumatic backgrounds.
Together, they explore the power of resilience, faith, and the vital role of community support. Debbie offers practical wisdom on parenting through adversity, maintaining hope, and the importance of personal healing as a foundation for helping others. This conversation is a testament to the courage it takes to love deeply—even in the midst of chaos.
✅ How to transform grief and loss into a legacy of hope and healing
✅ The power of shifting from “Why?” to “How?” in times of crisis
✅ Practical tools for self-care and boundary-setting as a parent
✅ Why personal healing is essential to supporting your children’s recovery
✅ The importance of honest communication and truth-telling in parent-child relationships
✅ How to recognize and manage your own emotional triggers (“shark water moments”)
✅ Ways to cultivate resilience and maintain hope, even in the darkest times
✅ The value of community and asking for help without shame
📘 Connect with Debbie Simmons:
thedebbiesimmons.com – Learn more about Debbie’s story, her book, and her ongoing work supporting families.
📖 Debbie’s Book:
The Heart of Legacy – Discover Debbie’s full journey and her guide to being faithful, focused, and fearless as you stand for your children.
🤝 Community Support:
Seek out local or online support groups for parents and caregivers navigating addiction, trauma, and loss.
📚 Further Learning:
Explore resources on resilience, trauma-informed parenting, and faith-based support for families in crisis.
Visit thedebbiesimmons.com to connect with Debbie,...
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