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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction

Hopestream is the defacto resource for parents who have a teen or young adult child who"s misusing drugs or alcohol, hosted by Brenda Zane. Brenda is a Mayo Clinic Certified health & wellness coach, CRAFT Parent Coach, and mom of a son who nearly lost his life to addiction. Guests include addiction, prevention, and treatment experts, family members impacted by their loved one"s substance use, and wellness and self-care specialists. You"ll also hear heartfelt messages from me, your host. It"s a safe,

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Sending Your Struggling Kid Off To College?, with...

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2025/08/21

Episode 287ABOUT THE EPISODE: It’s the season parents often dream of - their high school senior has successfully walked the stage and they’re now packing the family car to make the ceremonial drive to the four-year university their family goes to. They’ll do Parent Weekend, buy the sweatshirt and bumper sticker and wave their child off until they see them at Thanksgiving. But it doesn’t go like that for everyone, and it sometimes feels like a facade if your child is on their way to a four-year

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It’s Not Laziness, It’s Pre-Competence: What Your...

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2025/08/14

Episode 286EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this summer 'from the vault' episode I'm resharing an impactful interview with Dr. Mark McConville, a clinical psychologist specializing in adolescents and young adults. We discuss: Strategies for parents to transition from directive parenting into a consultant role How to offer wisdom while allowing your child to take the initiative The difference between enabling and supporting How pre-competence might look like incompetence and what to do about it The value

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Six Essential Provisions for Parents of Struggling...

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2025/08/07

Episode 285EPISODE DESCRIPTION: A fresh new, 'from-the-vault' episode that is as relevant today as it was in 2022! Navigating life with a young person who’s misusing substances and struggling with mental health can feel like a ride in a very stormy sea. Parents need to be well-equipped for the journey, but often aren’t sure what the mandatory, life-saving provisions are to bring along. In this episode, Cathy Cioth, Hopestream Community co-founder, joins me to share our top six recommended

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Key Insights From 99 Conversations: What This Podcast...

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2025/07/31

Episode 284 EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this 'from the vault' episode of Hopestream (originally episode #100), I share my journey since launching the podcast in January 2020 and curated the top 11 learnings and insights I gleaned from my incredible guests. If you want a lot of bang for your buck, this is the episode for you. I dive deep into topics such as letting go of control, embracing discomfort, practicing radical acceptance, and fostering open communication. I emphasize the profound influence we

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Breaking Through Broken Communication: A Simple CRAFT...

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2025/07/24

Episode 283 EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Need a way to better navigate even the most challenging conversations? Over time, I've learned that making a request of someone can go south quickly when you don't know how to set it up properly. In this "from-the-vault" episode from my 2021 archives (perfect for our summer slowdown while I recharge between recording sessions), I share one of my absolute favorite communication frameworks that you can learn in 30 minutes and start using within hours. The SURF

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Four Counterintuitive Parenting Moves If Your Child...

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2025/07/17

Episode 282ABOUT THE EPISODE: In this episode from the vault, I draw from my own experiences to share four counterintuitive strategies that can transform relationships and encourage healing when you're parenting a young person struggling with substance use and mental health. I emphasize the importance of asking questions instead of giving commands, focusing on self-reflection rather than solely on your child, trusting a higher power, and broadening your perspective to see the bigger

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What You May Not Want To Hear: Ten Hard Truths...

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2025/07/10

Episode 281ABOUT THE EPISODE: This week I’m bringing back an episode from 2020 that is just as relevant today as it was then. The episode covers ten hard truths parents need to face when you recognize potential substance use, or if you know you’re dealing with an addiction. It’s a great episode for those who are new to the experience of having your child dabble in or become dependent on substances, and there are also truths that apply to the seasoned parent who’s been at this for a while. This

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Parenting Through the Messy and Bitter Times: Wisdom...

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2025/07/03

Episode 280 EPISODE DESCRIPTION: It's summer and we're diving deep into the Hopestream episode vault to bring you some listener faves and a few that just work when you need connection and understanding. Today, you'll hear about The Secret Menu, originally aired in August of 2023 - with the addition of a new story and insights. Sometimes you can gain a different understanding of things by looking at them through a new lens. This bite-size episode does that for you as the parent of a young person

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From Chaos to Clarity: Parenting Kids Through...

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2025/06/26

Episode 279ABOUT THE EPISODE: Figuring out your evolving role as a parent during your child’s adolescence is difficult, even if you aren’t dealing with substance misuse. The natural inclination to protect and nurture is already being challenged by your child’s growing sense of autonomy. You’re told to step back, control less, and allow them to make their own mistakes. So, for parents of kids who are misusing substances and struggling with mental health, this process is especially agonizing. How

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The Hidden Struggles You Can’t Name, Part Two:...

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2025/06/19

Episode 278 EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In part two of this this two-part episode, Cathy and I dive deep into two more of those sneaky, often invisible struggles that so many of us experience when parenting through substance use and mental health challenges. PART TWO: In part two, we marvel at and empathize with you when it comes to the insane learning curve parents face when their child is experimenting with or addicted to substances and facing mental health issues. We faced it ourselves and proudly

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The Hidden Struggles You Can’t Name: Navigating Grief...

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2025/06/12

Episode 277EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Sometimes, the hardest parts of our journey are the feelings we can't quite put our finger on, when you can tell something feels off but can't really articulate exactly what's wrong. In this two-part episode, Cathy and I dive deep into four of those sneaky, often invisible struggles that so many of us experience when parenting through substance use and mental health challenges. PART ONE: In part one, we cover the kind of grief that doesn't get a funeral, the common

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A Critical Difference: Acceptance vs. Accepting When...

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2025/06/05

Episode 276ABOUT THE EPISODE: At times it can be confusing for parents of teens and young adults who are misusing substances to tease apart the concept of acceptance vs. the act of accepting. In this solo episode, I help distinguish the two and give examples of why it’s so important to both accept this part of your life while at the same time keep yourself safe, healthy and sane through being clear on what you will and will not be accepting of. I dive into the complex paradox of balancing love

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Insight from the Other Side: From IV Heroin and...

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2025/05/29

Episode 275ABOUT THE EPISODE: Henry Maxwell began drinking and smoking marijuana at 12 and by 17, was an IV heroin & cocaine user. Not long afterward, his experimentation expanded to nearly every scheduled drug he could find, from Xanax to amphetamines and highly unregulated substances like ‘spice’. His teen years were largely spent among serious drug users twice his age, and involved many of the traumatic experiences common in that high-risk lifestyle. At the age of 17, Henry was

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Saving You First: Self-Preservation, Go-To CRAFT...

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2025/05/22

Episode 274EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this episode, I offer what might feel like slightly brutal truths if you're parenting a young person who struggles with substances and mental health challenges. I emphasize the importance of self-preservation for parents, noting that while you cannot force lasting change in your child or children, you can create the best conditions to foster it. I discuss the "self-preservation continuum" - the balance between being fully (overly) involved in your child's

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Addiction to Perfection: The Paradox of...

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2025/05/15

Episode 273ABOUT THE EPISODE: We’re back with another episode of the ‘Cathy & Brenda Show’, and this week we tackle a topic we see recurring in our community and the parents we work with…achievement-oriented parenting. As two recovering perfectionists ourselves, Cathy and I both share examples of what it looks like to be achievement-focused when your child (or children) struggle with substances and mental health. We talk about the tendency some of us have to want everything on the outside to

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Mother’s Day Bonus Episode: For The Mom Parenting...

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2025/05/11

Episode 272EPISODE DESCRIPTION: It's that day, mama. The one filled with many hopes, expectations and potentially big, deep, sad feelings. Wherever you are today, if you're parenting a young person through substance misuse, addiction, and mental health problems, I see you. This short episode is my Mother's Day gift to you - to let you know the things you do are seen, the feelings you feel are valid, and you are beautiful and loved. Enjoy and please be so very good to yourself today, and every

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Building Sustainable Family Connections: The ‘On the...

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2025/05/08

Episode 271ABOUT THE EPISODE: Jen Murphy was working with a group of therapeutic outfitters when she had the idea to offer “on the grid” 4-5 day family intensives. The program was already providing family therapy on 10-day backcountry expeditions - which can be a great option for some. But she noticed a need for families to receive the same intensive therapeutic service in a shorter timeframe, and in a more private and comfortable setting. As a therapist, this unique model made perfect sense to

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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Parenting Kids...

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2025/05/01

Episode 270EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this deeply personal episode, I'm talking directly to the parent who feels broken, scared, and lost, reminding you you're not alone and sharing some hard-earned wisdom I gained along my journey. It's also for those coming out the "other side" and looking for ways to continue your healing and growth. This episode is my loving check-in with you, packed with gentle reminders for self-care, resilience, and hope. Give yourself 15 minutes to listen, connect, and find

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Coming Full Circle: A Mother’s 10-Year Journey with...

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2025/04/24

Episode 269ABOUT THE EPISODE: The worst day of Barbara’s life came just before spring break of her son’s 4th grade year, which he spent in a psychiatric ward. At age 12, he began using marijuana, and the familiar cycle of problems only continued from there – multiple schools, multiple treatment programs, sleepless nights, and ostracization from many of the parents she thought were friends. Barbara had zero experience with substance misuse or addiction, and like many parents, she was suddenly

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Eight Years Later: The Fentanyl Overdose That Almost...

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2025/04/17

Episode 268EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Eight years ago a miracle happened. Today’s episode is one from the vault - originally published in 2021, which I’m resharing today in honor of my son’s eight year anniversary of starting a new life. While it’s longer than my usual episodes, this series of story chapters allows you to drop into the ICU with me, among other places, as our family hung onto hope that my son Enzo would not be one of the statistics you read about in the news. You’ll be along for the

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