Episode 26
Shedding the Shame and Blame: A Mom's Story of Love for Her Addicted Child and Her Healing Journey
Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery
May 1, 201916m 46s
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Show Notes
Listen in as Sandy Swenson—author, advocate and mom of an addicted child—shares her story and lived experiences with host William C. Moyers. Sandy talks about how understanding the distinction between her son and the disease enabled her to love her child and help him fight the disease. She also shares the importance of self-care as a mom of an addicted child—shedding the shame, blame and guilt to heal and transition from a place of helplessness to a place of strength and hope.