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A recovery podcast to bridge the gap between healing from the substance and healing your life. We have some technology and science, but primarily storytelling and heart. We cover various topics related to finding sobriety and unlocking sustainable recovery. Topics include healing from substance use disorder, managing cravings, emotions in early sobriety, triggers, mental health, comorbidity, managing depression and anxiety, dopamine, the addicted brain, grounding, re-parenting, handling disa ...
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Do you feel overwhelmed and emotionally drained, struggling to support your child with substance abuse disorder? This podcast offers practical guidance for parents navigating the challenging journey of supporting a child battling addiction without losing themselves along the way. Each week, you’ll gain critical insights and strategies, including: Learning how to manage the emotional rollercoaster of addiction with effective coping tools. Discover techniques to support your child while mainta ...
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My Child & Addiction - A Parent-to-Parent Podcast, was conceived and developed by three fathers whose children struggle with Substance Use Disorder. Joined by several other parent support group participants, their hope is that by sharing their stories other parents and family members are offered a little encouragement and heartfelt support as we all travel this most challenging journey together. You are not alone.
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More than 50% of American families have a loved one or close relative who is an addict or alcoholic. Although there are ample resources to help these individuals recover, their families suffer, too. Parents, spouses, children, and friends need help navigating this unexpected, challenging disease. Welcome to Thrive While Loving an Addict with KL Wells. She brings together loved ones and family members of addicts and alcoholics. Their insights and perspectives create a community of healing, co ...
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Meet Mental Note – a podcast highlighting both the work and the beauty of mental health recovery. Stories will span a variety of mental illness struggles from eating disorders to depression, OCD and Bipolar. We will introduce you to relatable personalities, and dive deep into how they choose health amidst daunting illnesses. At the end of it all, we will provide hope that recovery is possible—and worth it.
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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 ...
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What if the overlooked sibling of an addict becomes the next generation's addict? If you're a parent navigating the storm of a child's substance use, you may not realize the silent suffering of their brothers and sisters. This episode uncovers how ignoring siblings' trauma not only deepens family wounds but can unknowingly plant the seeds for futur…
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Have you ever wondered what a child might say when they feel invisible in a family consumed by addiction? When addiction takes center stage in a family, it's easy for other voices—especially those of siblings—to be drowned out. This episode sheds light on the emotional toll that drug use can have on the entire family and how one simple, painful que…
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Are your other children silently suffering while all your attention goes to the one struggling with addiction? When a child is battling substance use, siblings often take on hidden emotional burdens that go unnoticed—leaving them feeling invisible, anxious, or responsible for the chaos at home. This episode unpacks how addiction affects the entire …
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What happens to the younger siblings when one child in the family is battling addiction When addiction strikes a family, it's not just the person using substances who suffers—it's the whole family, including the often-overlooked siblings. These children, caught in the chaos, may internalise guilt, withdraw emotionally, or feel invisible. This episo…
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Are you trying to save your child from addiction so much that it's silently destroying your own wellbeing? Many parents facing a child's substance abuse believe relentless rescuing is love—but what if it’s a trap that deepens the struggle for both of you? This episode explores the emotional addiction to rescuing, and why learning to let go without …
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DeAnn Knighton and Craig Knighton, co-hosts of the Recovery Discovery Podcast, discuss their personal and professional journeys and interest in the current innovations in addiction treatment. DeAnn shares her six-year sobriety journey and her career pivot toward clinical mental health counseling. Craig talks about transitioning from engineering to …
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In this episode of Thrive While Loving an Addict, host KL Wells welcomes Dr. Fredric Schiffer, a Harvard-affiliated expert on trauma and addiction. Dr. Schiffer shares his fascinating work on dual brain psychology and its applications in treating various mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. He discusses …
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Have you ever felt like it's your responsibility to save your child from addiction—only to find yourself breaking in the process? When a child is facing substance use struggles, many parents fall into the trap of over-functioning, losing themselves in the process of trying to fix something they can’t control. In this deeply personal episode, Karen …
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What if the relapse you fear most is actually a necessary step toward your child’s lasting recovery? When your loved one finally agrees to rehab, the wave of hope can be overwhelming—but what happens when they relapse? This episode unpacks the emotional rollercoaster many parents face, offering vital clarity and support around why relapse is often …
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Are you exhausted from trying to "fix" your child—and wondering if it's taking a toll on your own wellbeing? When your child is struggling with substance use, the emotional rollercoaster of fear, hope, and helplessness can push you to the brink. This episode dives into the overlooked reality of parental burnout, and how letting go of control and fo…
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Are you tired of being told you have to wait for your child to want recovery before anything can change? Many parents of children struggling with substance abuse are trapped in helpless waiting, believing they must sit by until their child chooses recovery. In this episode, you'll discover why that belief is not only misleading but dangerous — and …
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In this powerful episode, host KL Wells sits down with Jim Horton, who shares his transformative experience in Utah and opens up about his deeply personal journey through grief and addiction. Jim discusses the critical role of support systems in overcoming addiction, the evolving societal perceptions of cancer versus substance use disorder, and the…
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Is cutting your child off really the best path to recovery—or could it be deepening the disconnect? Many parents are told to wait for their child to “hit rock bottom” or to apply “tough love,” but this episode challenges those outdated and often harmful approaches. If you’ve been struggling with whether to stay connected or step back, this conversa…
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Ever wondered if that gut feeling about your child’s addiction is true intuition—or just fear speaking? When you're parenting a child in addiction recovery, making the right decision in high-stakes moments can feel overwhelming. The internal tug-of-war between fear and intuition is real—and knowing which voice to follow could be the difference betw…
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How do you handle judgment when your child is struggling with addiction—and everyone around you seems to have an opinion? If you're a parent navigating the painful and complex journey of a child's substance use, you've likely faced shame, isolation, and unsolicited advice. This episode dives deep into the emotional toll and offers practical tools t…
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Have you ever wondered why addiction recovery often fails, even with detox and rehab? The key may lie in untreated trauma and mental health struggles. Many people battling addiction are unknowingly self-medicating underlying mental health conditions like PTSD, anxiety, or depression. Without addressing both addiction and trauma together, recovery c…
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This is our final installment (for now) in the Sober Positive Workplace Series. Ben Lloyd shared his journey from an only child with a fractured family life to becoming an actor. He described his early struggles with alcohol, which began in college and intensified in New York. Lloyd's turning point came in 1992 when he met his sponsor at a recovery…
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A dangerous secret lurked behind author Lara Jacobs’ ambition: she relied on anorexia to focus her writing, blurring the line between artistic drive and self-destruction. In this episode, Lara shares how years of chasing a story across continents ultimately led her to eating disorder treatment and to rediscovering herself—both as a writer and as a …
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In this episode of Thrive While Loving an Addict, host KL Wells interviews Natasha Davis and Haley Sample, best friends of 25 years who have both personally navigated addiction and substance use disorder. Now working on the treatment side at Her Harbor in Fresno, they focus on specialized addiction treatment for women. Natasha and Haley share their…
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Did you know that home detox can be just as—if not more—effective than rehab for many people struggling with substance use? Learn how home-based treatment, when done right, can lead to lasting recovery and keep families involved in the process. Many families face the heartbreaking cycle of addiction and relapse, often feeling lost when traditional …
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What if the biggest myth about addiction recovery is actually keeping people trapped? Could harm minimisation be the key to breaking the cycle for good? For years, many people—including parents of those struggling with addiction—believe that full abstinence is the only path to recovery. But what if that belief is causing more harm than good? In thi…
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What if addiction treatment was as simple as making a phone call? Could accessible, at-home detox be the key to saving lives? Many families struggle to find timely and effective treatment for loved ones facing substance dependence. Traditional detox and rehab programs often come with long wait times, high costs, and significant stigma. But what if …
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What if the key to helping your loved one in addiction wasn’t pushing them to change, but showing up with steady support? When a child or loved one is deep in substance use, it’s easy to feel like their destructive behavior is who they really are. But what if we separated the person from their addiction? In this episode, we explore how judgment and…
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In this continuation of our conversation with KL Wells, host Steve Cary dives deeper into the challenges and triumphs of navigating life alongside a loved one battling addiction. Picking up from Part 1, "Thriving Amidst Chaos: KL Wells on Loving Someone with Addiction," this episode explores KL's personal journey as her son, Sam, faces the trials o…
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What if everything you thought you knew about addiction recovery was wrong? Many families struggle with the fear that offering support means enabling, while others believe their loved one must hit rock bottom to change. But what if these ideas are doing more harm than good? In this episode, we uncover the real keys to helping a child overcome addic…
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Have you ever wondered why your child seems to drift further away the deeper they fall into addiction? Addiction isolates, making users feel like ghosts watching life pass them by. The deeper they go, the harder it becomes for them to connect with the world outside their substance use. As parents, we often focus on our own fears and struggles, but …
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DeAnn and Craig (Sober Positive Workplace) discuss the intersection of substance use disorder and suicide prevention, highlighting the work of the Livin Foundation. PT, a media personality and founder, shares his personal loss to suicide and the foundation's mission to remember loved ones for how they lived. Kaitlin, a co-founder, emphasizes the im…
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How can you support a loved one struggling with addiction without enabling harmful behaviours? Many parents feel torn between wanting to help their child and fearing they might be making things worse. The old-school "tough love" approach can be damaging, yet setting boundaries is crucial. In this episode, we discuss the vital role of family support…
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How do you stay strong when your child’s only focus is their next fix? When addiction completely consumes a loved one, it can feel like you’re losing them—and yourself—in the process. As parents, we want to rescue our children, but the painful reality is that we can’t control their choices. The key is learning how to hold onto hope while prioritizi…
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In this powerful episode, host KL Wells sits down with Ian Morgan Cron, bestselling author, Enneagram expert, and host of the Typology Podcast, to explore the transformative power of the Twelve Steps—not just for those struggling with addiction, but for anyone seeking personal growth, healing, and a deeper spiritual awakening. Ian shares his deeply…
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Rehab is just the beginning—what happens next makes all the difference. Did you know that nearly two-thirds of people relapse within a year of leaving rehab? Discover the three essential steps that can double the chances of long-term recovery. Many parents believe that getting their child into rehab is the hardest part, but the real challenge begin…
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Is rehab the right choice for your child right now? Many parents rush into treatment hoping for a quick fix, but there’s one crucial question that can determine whether rehab will actually work. Rehab isn’t a magic cure—it only works when your child is truly ready. In this episode, we break down why timing matters more than the treatment itself, th…
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Parents of children with the disease of addiction and other mental health conditions discuss how they have adjusted their definition of “friends,” just as their kids have been taught to alter their associations with, “people, places and things.” Caron Treatment Centers' Manuel Garcia, who directs outpatient programs in Florida, joins the parent sup…
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How do you know if a rehab centre actually works? Many treatment centres make big claims—but without real success data, you could be wasting time, money, and risking your loved one’s recovery. When your child or loved one needs addiction treatment, choosing the right rehab is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. But with misleading…
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Have you ever felt an overwhelming sense of grief for something that hasn’t even happened yet? Parents of children struggling with addiction often experience this painful reality—mourning their child’s possible loss before it even occurs. Loving someone with a substance use disorder is an emotional rollercoaster filled with fear, exhaustion, and he…
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In this podcast episode, producer and team member Steve Cary steps out from behind the scenes to host a heartfelt conversation with KL Wells, founder of Voices InCourage, about her experience as a mother navigating the complexities of loving someone struggling with addiction. KL candidly shares her deeply personal journey, highlighting her son Sam’…
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What if your grief started long before your child was gone? Many parents of children with substance use disorders experience anticipatory grief, mourning the future they imagined while their child is still alive. The stigma surrounding drug use often prevents life-saving conversations. In this episode, Jenny Ross-King shares her journey of loss, th…
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Are fear-based drug talks actually putting your child at greater risk? Discover why the traditional "just say no" approach often fails—and what you can do instead. As a parent, you want to protect your child from the dangers of drugs. But outdated, fear-driven conversations can push them away rather than help them make safer choices. In this episod…
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Would you know what to say if your child told you they were considering taking drugs at a festival? Many parents believe their child would never use drugs—until tragedy strikes. In this episode, Jenny Ross-King shares the heartbreaking story of losing her daughter, Alex, to an MDMA overdose at a music festival. Her experience highlights the urgent …
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Is your body warning you before it’s too late? Burnout isn’t just in your mind—it’s in your body, too. Learn how to recognise the hidden physical toll of supporting a child struggling with addiction. As a parent of a child with substance dependence, the stress can feel relentless. You push through, thinking you have no choice—but at what cost? If y…
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In this special episode of the Voices InCourage podcast, the tables turn as host Beverly Buncher interviews KL Wells - leadership coach, emotional fitness trainer, TEDx speaker and the mother of a young man in recovery. Stepping into the guest seat, KL shares her deeply personal journey of resilience, courage, and the lessons learned while loving s…
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Are you overwhelmed by stress and struggling to cope as a parent of a child using substances? Addiction doesn’t just impact the person using substances; it can leave parents feeling mentally, emotionally, and physically drained. This episode introduces somatic healing, a powerful, body-based approach that offers immediate relief and helps parents r…
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Are You Burning Out While Trying to Save Your Child? 🛑 Are you fighting to save your child but feeling like you’re losing yourself in the process? When a loved one is struggling with substance use, it’s easy for parents to pour everything into saving them—often at the cost of their own mental and emotional health. But what if prioritising your well…
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Mothers and fathers of children with a mental health condition and the disease of addiction share their thoughts about the challenges and their strategies for staying in contact with their kids. Caron Treatment Centers' Outpatient Clinical Supervisor John Goldman joined the parent support group meeting. Podcast Disclaimer The Parent-to-Parent Podca…
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Caron Treatment Centers' Outpatient Clinical Supervisor John Goldman offered guidance to parents about EMDR treatment, options for addressing trauma, and seeking to understand why a child turned to drugs. Podcast Disclaimer The Parent-to-Parent Podcasts are provided as a service to you from other parents and do not represent professional clinical a…
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