Living While Loving Your Child Through Addiction

EP106 How to Navigate the Holidays with Peace and Intention


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The holidays can be one of the most challenging times of the year, especially when your child is struggling with substance use. The stress, uncertainty, and longing for things to be different can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to define your holiday season.

In this episode, Heather shares simple yet powerful strategies to help you take care of yourself, honor your emotions, and create moments of peace, connection, and even joy. These practical tips are rooted in compassion and intention, helping you navigate this time of year with greater clarity and resilience.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How to plan ahead to meet your emotional needs and set the tone for your holidays.
  • The power of acceptance and how it can bring a sense of peace.
  • How to be present with your pain without adding to it or minimizing it.
  • How to embrace the "AND," making space for both grief and joy.
  • Heather also shares personal insights from her own journey, offering hope and encouragement for parents navigating similar challenges.

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Download the Free Holiday Reflection Guide
    • Listen to Episode #102 on Acceptance
    • Listen to Episode #38 on Self-Compassion
    • The holidays may never be perfect, but with these steps, you can take back control of your experience and find moments of peace and possibility.

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