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Parenting_in_Recovery Newsletter - February 2025Family Edition
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"Snowflakes are one of nature's most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together.” - Vesta M. Kelly Thank you for subscribing! I'm excited to share a monthly newsletter featuring podcasts, blogs, books, and inspiring people in mental health and recovery. |
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I will be attending and hosting a booth at the Alabama Conference of Social WorkFeb 26 - 28th, Orange Beach, AL. Look for my booth and come by, say hello and preview the book. |
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This month’s highlighted podcast is - Sober Banter Podcast with Rachel and Colin
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I love this podcast and Hosts Rachel and Collin. I am highlighting them not only because they offered my daughter and myself to share our story but also because they describe their podcast as one that “merges sobriety with comedy, aims to raise awareness about addiction while fostering camaraderie and enjoyment. We find connection in laughter and sobriety, and this podcast strikes a balance between serious support and capturing the joy and humor of genuine sobriety experiences.” |
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Blog Highlight - Speaking to Your Children About Your Substance Use DisorderIt can be confusing and unsettling to have a parent with a Substance Use Disorder, regardless of your age. There isn't a single typical response from family members regarding your active substance use disorder or your efforts at recovery. The goal is to start conversations about your past and present experiences, your hopes for recovery, and your fears regarding the damage that has occurred in your relationship. |
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Book Recommendation for January 2025
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The Worst Life Has to Offer by Venetta Cox-Mlynczyk, CDA II
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Venetta shares her beautiful and heart-wrenching story of loss, trauma, and ultimate survival. It’s written authentically and in a way that anyone, regardless of whether they’ve lost a child, can relate to. The book also presents an unexpected twist that illustrates just how complicated and cruel the world can be for those who are grieving. However, it delivers a powerful statement on human resilience in the face of life’s most brutal experiences, as Venetta not only survives her losses but also finds new meaning in life while honoring her beloved sons. |
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Releasing March 4th, pre-order now.If you are considering purchasing this book for yourself or someone else, please consider pre-ordering now. It will help the book stand out. If you cannot purchase the book, please help spread information about it by sharing my IG and FB posts on your social media and with your family and friends. |
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I am thrilled to announce that I have been asked to give two different (3-hour) presentations this year at the ASADS ConferenceThe 2025 Alabama School of Alcohol and Other Drug Studies (ASADS)ASADS's 49th Annual Conference will take place at the Bryant Conference Center on the campus of the University of Alabama on March 17-21st, 2025 The Mississippi Addiction ConferenceFeb 19 - 21st, Flowood, MS Alabama Conference of Social WorkFeb 26 - 28th, Orange Beach, AL Annual Conference of the AL Chapter of NASWApril 3 - 4th, Birmingham, AL
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I am available for speaking events, workshops and conferences, and in-service trainings.Please contact me at the email below for more information.Do you have an event, information, or activity you would like me to share?Please provide me with full information and details, including where additional information can be obtained, at least 45 days before the event.
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Please feel free to email me with questions, information.
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Please share this newsletter with anyone whom you think might find it helpful. My mission is to reach anyone struggling with addiction, mental health, or the ability to reconnect with friends and family.
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Four Pages, LLCHome of the book, “Rebuilding Relationships in Recovery - How to Connect with Friends and Family After Active Alcoholism and Addiction.” releasing March 2025 Home of the Blog, “Finding Serenity in Sobriety”, Website - www.janicejohnsondowd.com, Instagram - @parenting_in_recovery Four Pages, LLC - The parent company of Janice’s writing, speaking, and guest appearances. I named my business Four Pages as a special tribute to my children.
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Additional Resources For Information and HelpSuicide & Crisis Lifeline dial 988 is now the three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For substance abuse treatment and mental health referrals, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 AA world service - https://www.aa.org Al-anon - https://al-anon.org/ Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families - https://adultchildren.org/
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