30-DAY FAMILY ADDICTION RECOVERY COACHING PROGRAM FOR CONNECTION OVER CONTROL PARENTING STYLE
Guiding parents on a journey of learning and transformation
The purpose of this program is to guide parents on a journey of learning and transformation, helping them to establish a stronger and more empathetic connection with their adolescent struggling with the experience of addiction. The goal is not to control but to understand, support, and guide their child through this challenging phase.
Day 1–5: Understanding Family Addiction and Its Impact
Day 1: Introduction to Addiction — Learn about what addiction is, how it happens, and its psychological and physical impacts.
Day 2: Recognizing the Signs — Identify the signs and symptoms of adolescent addiction.
Day 3: Understanding Your Child’s Struggle — Gain insight into the experience of your child and the struggles they face.
Day 4: Addiction and the Brain — Understand how addiction affects the adolescent brain and its development.
Day 5: Reflection and Assessment — Reflect on your child’s situation and assess your current parenting approach.
Day 6–10: Shifting the Family from Control to Connection
Day 6: The Pitfalls of Controlling Parenting — Learn why controlling parenting strategies may not work with adolescents struggling with addiction.
Day 7: The Power of Connection — Explore the importance of emotional connection and its impact on recovery.
Day 8: Empathetic Listening — Learn how to listen with empathy and understanding, a key aspect of connection-based parenting.
Day 9: Communicating Without Judgement — Discover ways to express your concerns without sounding judgmental or accusatory.
Day 10: Reflection and Self-Assessment — Reflect on your own behavior and communication style.
Day 11–15: Building a Safe and Supportive Family Environment
Day 11: Emotional Safety — Learn how to foster an emotionally safe environment at home.
Day 12: Setting Healthy Boundaries — Discover how to set boundaries that respect your child’s autonomy and your own wellbeing.
Day 13: Supportive Practices — Explore various ways to support your child’s recovery journey. Day 14: Collaborative Problem Solving — Learn a collaborative approach to addressing challenges and conflicts.
Day 15: Reflection and Implementation — Reflect on the changes made and plan for implementation.
Day 16–20: Encouraging Positive Family Behaviors
Day 16: The Role of Positive Reinforcement — Understand how positive reinforcement can encourage desirable behaviors.
Day 17: Healthy Coping Mechanisms — Learn about different healthy coping mechanisms and how to introduce them to your child.
Day 18: Encouraging Independence — Discover how promoting independence can boost your child’s self-esteem and recovery.
Day 19: Fostering Resilience — Learn how to foster resilience in your child to help them overcome adversity.
Day 20: Reflection and Planning — Reflect on the strategies learned and plan for their application.
Day 21–25: Understanding and Managing Resumption of Use
Day 21: The Reality of Reoccurrence of Symptoms — Understand that reoccurrence is a part of the healing process and not a sign of failure.
Day 22: Dealing with Reoccurrence — Learn how to respond to a reoccurrence of symptoms in a supportive and non-judgmental way.
Day 23: Preparing for Reoccurrence — Develop a plan of action.
Day 24: Self-Care for Parents — Understand the importance of self-care in being able to provide support to your child.
Day 25: Reflection and Self-Care Planning — Reflect on your self-care needs and develop a self-care plan.
Day 26–30: Long-Term Planning and Building a Support Network
Day 26: Long-Term Recovery Planning — Understand the need for a long-term recovery plan and how to develop one.
Day 27: Building a Support Network — Learn about the importance of a support network
Day 28: Navigating the Healthcare System — Gain knowledge on how to navigate the healthcare system for addiction treatment and support.
Day 29: Advocating for Your Child — Learn how to be an effective advocate for your child in different settings, such as school or healthcare environments.
Day 30: Reflection and Looking Ahead — Reflect on the journey through this program, and look ahead to the future. Discuss any remaining questions or concerns.
Weekly Group Sessions: Every week, participate in a group session with other parents going through similar experiences. These sessions provide a supportive platform to share experiences, challenges, victories, and lessons learned.
Daily Exercises: Every day, engage in mindfulness and relaxation exercises. These practices can help manage stress and promote emotional wellbeing, which is crucial in providing supportive care for your child.
Conclusion
Remember, this is a journey not just for your child, but for you as well. The goal is to transform your relationship and create a supportive and understanding environment that can facilitate your child’s recovery and growth. It’s about connection, not control, and understanding, not judgment.
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