Brokenhearted parents have been on my mind as Easter Sunday draws near. Is this you? You're depleted and hopeless. Things have gotten worse. You haven’t seen any change at all....
New Hope for Brokenhearted Parents at Easter
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Bipolar Diagnosis for Your Child? This Book Will Help!
Do you have a son or daughter who has been given the mental health diagnosis of bipolar? Was it hard for you to believe it could be true? Did you wonder what this would mean for...
Hope Hooks for Parents Who’ve Lost Hope
Today we are pleased to share the writings of a mom who has been on a difficult parenting journey like many of us. Her son is a recovering drug addict. She has become a dear...
Encouragement for Depleted Parents
Over the last ten years I've been on a difficult journey of being the parent of a troubled child. My daughter struggles with substance abuse, self-injury and depression. I...
When Your Child Is The Victim of Bullying
Bullying is a major problem in schools today. It's huge. And now cyber-bullying is on the increase. This past week I listened to the tragic story on the evening news about a teen...
Something Parents in Pain Hate to Do
Something I hate to do is wait, especially when I'm waiting for something I want to have happen. I can wait for a long time with no problem at all for something I'm dreading: A...
When Love is A Four Letter Word for a Parent
I am the mother of a twenty-seven year old daughter who has struggled for years with a drug and alcohol addiction, cutting, brain disorders (bipolar and more) and suicidal...
Is There Hope for Hurting Parents in the Christmas Story?
Are you a mom or dad in deep pain today due to the behaviors and choices, emotional and mental anguish of your child? Find comfort in knowing that with God anything is possible....
The Gift of Music for Parents With Broken Hearts
Do you feel weary in your parenting journey? Are you exhausted and depleted? Tired of the rollercoaster ride, the chaos, the crises, the pain and loss. Are you feeling worn out...
Recent Shooting in DC – Help for Families of the Mentally Ill Who Refuse Treatment
The terrible shooting in DC last week was shocking on many levels. One that really struck me as a parent of a child who suffers with a mental illness is that the shooter was...
When A Parent Loses Hope
Let's be honest - sometimes parents of troubled teens to adults are depleted. The years of rebellion, substance abuse, mental illness and out of control behaviors take a toll....
One Way to Love Your Wayward Child
When you listen well to your son or daughter (or to anyone), you're loving them. You are giving them the gift of yourself and of your time. Time is a valuable commodity. It’s one...