Adulting: What Is My Loved One Capable Of?
Foster awareness and connection. Do mini experiments; let them succeed or fail, and don’t be critical or have huge expectations.
Category: MODULE 6 – healthy distance from LO
FAMILIES Speak: Favorite Tools from CRAFT, Pt. 1
Isabel, Kayla, and co-hosts discuss their favorite tools and tips they've used from the CRAFT method.
A New Study Reveals How the Brains of Family Members Respond to Their Loved One
It’s no mystery that humans subjected to various stressors can respond in similar ways. But why is this so? What are the neurological mechanisms? We…
FAMILIES SPEAK: When Your Loved One is Homeless
It’s important to aim for openness, connection, and availability, but also have boundaries. When they’re ready, you’re ready to help them.
FAMILIES SPEAK: What If I Believe My Loved One Isn’t Capable?
We must step back to see our loved ones’ true capability. Do things for them that feel right, but not if you’re stepping over a line.
Balancing Love and Safety
Setting boundaries is an act of love, protecting yourself while holding space for a healthier relationship in the future.
What Do You Do When You’ve Hit the Wall?
Emotions feel unmanageable? Step back. State them briefly, then take care of yourself. Give yourself compassion and patience.
Handling the Call Saying Treatment Is Terrible
You get a call: treatment is bad, and they want to leave. Hold the line. Tell them they can get something good from the situation.
A New Study Reveals How the Brains of Family Members Respond to Their Loved One
It’s no mystery that humans subjected to various stressors can respond in similar ways. But why is this so? What are the neurological mechanisms? We…
Debunked in 3 ½ Minutes: Harmful Myths About Family and Recovery
It can’t be said too often: substance use disorder is a disease. Yet unlike nearly all other diseases, it’s still often treated as a moral failure…