92: Parenting in Recovery- Janice Johnson Dowd

In this episode, Jey welcomes guest Janice to discuss the topic of recovery mixed with motherhood. Janice shares her personal story of growing up with addiction in her family and how distractions played a role in coping. They explore the genetic predisposition to addiction and the responsibility for repairing relationships. The importance of transparency, accountability, and consistency in parenting is emphasized. Janice opens up about her unresolved relationship with her biological mother and the need for forgiveness and reconciliation. The episode concludes with the YDP3 segment, where Janice shares her roots, what grounds her, and advice for struggling parents.

Takeaways

Distractions can be a common coping mechanism for individuals dealing with addiction and recovery.
Genetic predisposition can play a role in addiction, and it is essential to acknowledge and address this aspect.
Transparency, accountability, and consistency are vital in repairing relationships and parenting.
Forgiveness and reconciliation can bring peace, but it is essential to recognize when it is not appropriate or possible.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and New Year's Greetings
01:34 Guest Introduction and Personal Connection to Topic
03:52 Distractions as Coping Mechanism
08:28 Genetic Predisposition and Family Dysfunction
10:29 Responsibility for Repairing Relationships
16:57 Importance of Transparency and Accountability
21:50 The Role of Consistency in Parenting
22:13 Personal Experience with Biological Mother
26:57 Unresolved Relationship with Biological Mother
31:27 Cycle of Family Dysfunction and Responsibility for Repair
34:07 Importance of Forgiveness and Reconciliation
40:11 Wrap-up and Key Takeaways
41:41 YDP3: Where Are You Rooted?
43:03 YDP3: What Grounds You?
44:30 YDP3: Advice for Struggling Parents
46:16 Hope and Conclusion
48:03 Guest Contact Information

Find more of Janice
IG-

/ parenting_in_recovery
Website- https://www.janicejohnsondowd.com/

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