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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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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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How to Support Without Sacrificing: Parenting...

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2025/04/10

Episode 267In this snack-sized episode, I share three concepts to help parents navigate the stormy waters of having a teen or young adult child who struggles with substance misuse and mental health issues. I emphasize the importance of self-care and separation from external chaos to maintain emotional stability and effectively support (and not drive crazy) those closest to you. I share three key points: visualizing personal boundaries to keep chaos out, understanding that every storm will

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Unbroken: A Mother’s Story of Parenting Beyond...

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2025/04/03

Episode 266ABOUT THE EPISODE: As Patrina's daughter began her college life, their relationship and communication remained strong. They met weekly, usually grabbing a bite to eat or going to a sporting event while talking about life. Even so, Patrina was starting to notice some things that were a little off: her daughter would map out semester coursework, then end up dropping out. She sent odd texts at night, or called crying. On at least one occasion, her daughter's boyfriend called to tell

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Holding Space: Parenting and Addiction Recovery – The...

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2025/03/27

Episode 265EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this deeply personal episode, Cathy and I peel back the layers of what parent support looks like during your child's long-term recovery, sharing some intimate "what if" questions that continue to echo in our minds. Drawing from our own experiences with three kids in recovery, we explore the nuanced emotional landscape of supporting our kids, and ourselves, through the challenges of substance misuse and mental health issues. We answer questions like, "What's my

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Releasing Outcomes: A Mom Learns the “Work” of...

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2025/03/20

Episode 264ABOUT THE EPISODE: As a two-time NCAA champion, Janice’s son was steeped in macho culture. But over time, the identity he developed there became increasingly at odds with the truth of his privately held, and personally rejected homosexuality. And while Janice, self-admitted “cool mom” was perfectly fine with her son’s sexuality, her casual acceptance overlooked the intense inner struggle he was facing. When he moved home from college during the pandemic, she noticed that he looked

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The Invisible Intervention: An Unlikely Change...

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2025/03/13

Episode 263 ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode, I delve into the concept of allowing natural consequences as a form of 'invisible intervention' in parenting teens and young adults struggling with substance misuse and mental health issues. I share real-life examples and experiences on the benefits of stepping back to let reality teach essential lessons, emphasizing the need for patience and rock solid boundaries. I highlight the challenges parents face in resisting the urge to fix everything and

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From College Interruption to Recovery: Parenting...

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2025/03/06

Episode 262ABOUT THE EPISODE: Lynne’s first clue that her son might be using substances was finding a Google search: “marijuana for anxiety.” Outwardly, there was nothing particularly concerning about his behavior - at first. He had always made good grades, even as an elite athlete headed for college play. But inside, the looming life changes were causing a lot of anxiety. The first time he tried marijuana, he knew it was exactly what he had been looking for and it worked…for a while. Once he got

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The Weed Reset: Supporting Kids Through Marijuana...

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2025/02/27

Episode 261ABOUT THE EPISODE: Consider this your wakeup call: In 2023, the number of people using marijuana products daily surpassed those who use alcohol daily - even though three times as many people drink. Young people aged 18-25 make up the largest group of those daily users. As president of the Partnership to End Addiction for five years, Fred Muench, Ph.D. provided recovery information and resources about all substances, from alcohol to heroin. But when his team looked over their own

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Triple Threat for Positive Change: Leveraging CRAFT,...

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2025/02/20

Episode 260 ABOUT THE EPISODE: In this episode, I explore how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) complements CRAFT and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to form a powerful approach to influencing positive change in struggling teens and young adults. I explain key ACT principles, such as psychological flexibility and mindfulness practices, and offer three practical tools you can experiment with to start paying more attention to your experience during the Roller Coaster Ride. This episode

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