In this episode, host KL Wells speaks with Kathy Wrenn, a former health education teacher and current coach with BALM Family Recovery.With over 20 years of experience in education, Kathy shares her personal journey of navigating her son Tucker's substance use disorder. As the executive director of ILUME Family Recovery, she discusses the importance of family education, understanding risk factors, and finding peace while supporting loved ones through addiction. Kathy also previews her upcoming documentary focused on family recovery, which aims to provide hope and practical resources for families affected by addiction.Key Discussion PointsThe importance of understanding risk factors in substance use disorderThe role of protective factors in prevention and recoveryThe transition from crisis to peace in family recovery - The power of mindfulness and self-care practicesThe significance of family education in addiction recoveryThe development of healthy boundaries and communicationThe upcoming documentary on family recoverySome Questions I AskWhat was your initial reaction when you began to realize your son was struggling with addiction?How did you help yourself sleep at night during difficult times?What was your biggest challenge as a mom going through this journey?How did you navigate the relationship with your husband during this process?What inspired the documentary project?In This Episode, You Will LearnHow to identify and understand substance use disorder risk factorsThe importance of practicing self-care and mindfulness techniquesWays to set healthy boundaries while maintaining loving relationshipsThe value of family education in supporting recoveryHow to transition from enabling to supporting recoveryThe power of changing family dynamics in promoting healingThe importance of finding the right support resourcesResourcesBook: Five Acts of CourageILUME Family Recovery website: www.ilumefamilyrecovery.comBALM Family Recovery Program: https://balmfamilyrecovery.com/BALM 'On Demand Program' for LeadersUpcoming Documentary on Family Recovery (available late spring/early summer)Links to Tools Mentioned in this EpisodeRisk Factors List for Substance Use DisorderCycle of Change DiagramDSM-5 Substance Use Disorder Criteria

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