If you have a child with mental illness and addiction, you undoubtedly know that life is different now than it was prior to their illness and addiction.  They may seem like a different person. You may have a different relationship with them. You probably have different thoughts and struggles.  They may not be on the same path…

I know you probably hear a lot about self-love, but loving yourself and taking good care of yourself is especially important when you are a parent or caregiver struggling with a teen or adult child with mental illness and addiction. Why – 💫 Self-love allows you to live with an open heart and connect to…

As we say goodbye to 2023 and welcome 2024, a host of emotions may come up for you. For me, there are many mixed emotions… In 2023 I am grateful that I launched my book Finding Peace and Purpose Amdist the Tears and I’m blessed to have spent time and closeness with two of my…

What is a goal you want for yourself in the new year?  If your child is struggling with mental illness or addiction, I have heard many parents say their goal is for their child to be sober. But that is their goal, for them to decide.  So what is your goal, for you?  Maybe it’s…

Wishing you a very happy holiday, whatever you believe or celebrate.  I know for some this is a difficult time, especially if you have lost a loved one, a loved one is ill, or you are ill. And I am sending you extra love and prayers for healing, peace, and light.  I am very much…

When you have a loved one with mental illness or addiction, this time of year can be even more challenging.  There may be a lot of uncertainty as to how things will go and what will happen.  There may be friction between you and your loved one or a lack of communication.  You may feel…

This time of year can be difficult for many who have loved ones with mental illness and addiction. You may be filled with fear, sadness, hopelessness, frustration. The holidays are challenging for me too, since I miss oldest son tremendously.  I see you and I hear you.  I want to share two things I find…

Acceptance is one of the key things you will need to have in your life in order to find peace.  Acceptance involves acknowledging the facts of the situation and not focusing your energy on why it shouldn’t be that way. Acceptance doesn’t mean you need to agree with all of your child’s decisions or like…

Sometimes the unknown is the hardest. Not having that certainty as to what is happening or what will happen.  One of the biggest things that makes the unknown so difficult is wanting life to unfold according to your plan.  Having a teen or adult child with mental illness or addiction brings with it a lot…

If you live in the Virginia area, come join me at the Barnes and Noble in Fredericksburg, Virginia on Saturday, September 2, where I will be doing a book signing event for my book- Finding Peace and Purpose Amidst the Tears: My Journey of the Love and Loss of My Son Through His Mental Illness…