No matter what, it's important to find gratitude, joy, and love. During these times of loss, struggle, and challenge, I share with you a page from my journal, while I send you the best wishes for strength and the ability to hope for a better future. Love, Shar Find out more at <a href="http://beyondhoperadio.com" rel="noopener">http://beyondhoperadio.com</a> -- Show sponsors Hassle Free Books - Get your book published...simply, effortlessly, and affordably. <a href="http://hasslefreebooks.com" rel="noopener">http://hasslefreebooks.com</a> The Addictions Academy – The Nation’s Leading Accredited Addiction Treatment Services, Recovery/Sober Coaching & Intervention Training Academy: <a href="https://theaddictionsacademy.com/" rel="noopener">https://theaddictionsacademy.com/</a> -- Music: Deep Blue <a href="https://audiojungle.net/item/deep-house-guitar-1/15787697" rel="noopener">https://audiojungle.net/item/deep-house-guitar-1/15787697</a> License: cb83d61d-a917-46b4-8574-6ccb40178f8d Beyond Hope with Shar Jones <a href="https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/beyond-hope/" rel="noopener">https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/beyond-hope/</a>

Ep005: Melodi McCoy - How to Kick Butt and Deal Some Hope

Do you love someone who battles addiction? Trying to “survive” without the support of people who understand what you’re going through can often lead to deep feelings of shame and prolonged suffering for you and the addict. This podcast shines a light on these issues to help shift focus away from the darkness and on to a life of hope.Mothers of addicts and all family members are under immense pressure and stress, day in and day out. This can lead to incredible challenges both at work and at home.Interviews with mothers of addicts, family members, and experts who work in addiction recovery along with personal reflections and insight help shred the shame and highlight strategies that work to alleviate and eliminate common stumbling blocks for families deeply impacted by substance abuse.