by A Parent Like You | Jan 1, 2022 | Parent Like You
When I found PAL, I had no idea it would have such a powerful impact on so many of my relationships. Yes, I have three children I came for, but now realize I am here not only for them, but for my mom, and my brother and sister-in-law. There is a long history of...
by A Parent Like You | Dec 1, 2021 | PAL Blog, Parent Like You
It can be hard to maintain a positive attitude at times. It can be a challenge when facing hardship and struggle to keep a smile on your face. Sometimes during these holiday seasons, the effect of depression and anxiety can be magnified. Culturally speaking, these are...
by A Parent Like You | Dec 1, 2021 | PAL Blog, Parent Like You
I think perhaps the hardest thing for me to understand about my son’s addiction was how the sweet, curious, creative, thoughtful, loving, energetic little boy I spent so many afternoons with after school became such a totally different person.Just about every day...
by A Parent Like You | Nov 1, 2021 | PAL Blog, Parent Like You
Our family has struggled for 12 years on and off with our 32-year-old son John’s addictions. My husband of 35 years and I and my 30-year-old daughter have been overwhelmed. After John was born we had our daughter three years later. Growing up they both played sports –...
by A Parent Like You | Apr 1, 2021 | PAL Blog, Parent Like You
I recently found myself, without even noticing at first, complaining regularly. Workplace issues. Relationships with friends. Several things continued to bubble up in my interactions with others and before I knew it, I was on several phone calls a day complaining...
