I was asked the question the other day about my hands-off, love and acceptance approach for engaging my son as he walks his life path. The focus of the conversation was whether my behaviors projected approval or was enabling (I dislike this word). Finally, the question was asked, “when can I confront [interesting word choice] […]
Today’s “Inside the Blog” podcast focuses on how parental micro- monitoring adversely impacts a child’s recovery and the best steps for avoid this practice. Blog reference: https://www.100pedals.com/getting-into-your-childs-business-only-creates-confusion/ Check out this episode!
I had a great conversation with my son this past weekend. We talked a great deal about 100Pedals’ philosophy on parenting and addiction: meeting your child where they are, for who they are; and, being the parent they need you to be instead of the parent you think you need to be. I always appreciate […]
When it comes to a child’s addiction, a parent’s essential first-step embracing their personal recovery path. Committing to a path of personal development, education, and healthy support, is fundamentally the most important recovery related activity any parent can engage in. Blog reference: https://www.100pedals.com/two-trails-one-path/ Check out this episode!
Early in my journey as a parent dealing with my child’s addiction, I believed there was only one path, recovery. Unfortunately, this was partially correct. There is one path, but there are two trails on that path. The first trail, is recovery and treatment for the loved one. The other trail on this path is […]
