Episode 39 – Friends (the Show), Family, Addiction and being Equipped for the Holiday Season Artwork

Siblinghood of Recovery

When I found out my son was deep in the throes of Substance Use Disorder (SUD), chaos became the norm. As each step became more challenging, the information on SUDs, treatment, healing, and basically everything that comes with an SUD Family crisis, became overwhelming. Inundated with so much information, I felt like I had crossed space and time and landed in a new world. I actually had: I had entered the world of Recovery. My goal through this Podcast is to condense what I learned into small increments, and provide anyone willing to listen a message of hope. The world of Recovery is filled with parents, children, and family members who walk together. We share what we learn, listen with heart, and provide a community of support. We are a Siblinghood of Recovery.

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Episode 39 – Friends (the Show), Family, Addiction and being Equipped for the Holiday Season

November 20, 2022 • Season 2 • Episode 39

A short but timely Episode on who to turn to in the Holiday Season if you're a parent in the midst of Recovery, no matter what stage you may find yourself today. So many of us are going through challenges that not everyone can understand. Be sure to get your resources ready as there will be a moment when you need to speak with someone walking a similar journey. So, as you pass the cranberry sauce (and please contact me if you have any great recipes, contact info is on the website), remember: you are not alone in this journey. Find your people. Find us.

3:55 - Dianne Sawyer's Interview with Matthew Perry, ABC News YouTube
5:45 - Brain Thrive by 25
6:20 - Definition of ACEs, Adverse Childhood Experiences
7:30 - Resources for Discussing SUDs and how we, as parents, can manage around this condition
8:45 - Chronic Hope Institute, and excellent Professional Resource for Family Addiction Education led by my friend Kevin Petersen
10:10 - Matt Perry's book, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: a Memoir
10:45 -GetHelp linkto a list of Meetings for Parents in Recovery

Thank you for listening and please visit www.siblinghoodofrecovery.com for free resources, links to organizations, groups and individuals who can offer help in the Journey of Recovery towards healing from substance use disorders. If you like this Podcast, please leave a rating on wherever you're listening. It will help to get the word out.

If there is one message I can leave you with, the best you can offer your loved one battling addiction is love and a healthier you.

Walk gently, my friend.

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Angie Reno

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