74: How to Talk to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol Without Pushing Them Away
A father’s tears on his son’s sixteenth birthday spark an honest conversation about raising teens in a culture that normalizes substance use. We talk about gratitude, sobriety, and how a faith-centere...
10 Feb 20min
73: They’re Not Your Friends--How Drinking and Drug Buddies Hold You Back
What if your loudest friendships were really reinforcing your worst habits—and real connection began when you chose to stand apart? This conversation breaks down the emotional reality of sobriety: why...
2 Feb 15min
72: Does Talking About Drugs and Alcohol Put Ideas in Kids’ Heads
Think one small decision can’t change everything? We break down how tiny concessions—a beer at a party, a shared pill, a split-second lapse—can stack into life-altering consequences teens never see co...
26 Jan 14min
71: It Takes a Village-Why Recovery Fails Without the Right Support
The most dangerous part of rescuing someone from addiction isn’t the visible chaos—it’s the unseen pull. We explain why boundaries save lives, how unsupportive relationships can quietly undermine sobr...
19 Jan 12min
70: Want More Confidence--Listen to This
Confidence isn’t built in the mirror—it’s built through consistent action. We kick off the year by rejecting quick fixes and focusing on what actually works: showing up. From first-day nerves at a cro...
12 Jan 13min
69: Think I Drink Too Much but I Don’t Want Rehab
The quiet thought many people carry—“I think I’m drinking too much”—deserves clarity, not shame. This blog outlines what to do when alcohol starts draining your energy, patience, and plans, and how to...
5 Jan 12min
68: How Do You Know If Someone is Doing Drugs
The most painful words a parent ever whispers are often the quietest: “If only.” This conversation lives in the moment before regret—helping parents and partners recognize meaningful changes in teens...
29 Des 202516min
