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Uncovering the Truths: Myths About Addiction Recovery
In the world of substance use and mental health treatment and recovery, there are a lot of myths floating around that have somehow become...
Lisa Smith
Apr 1, 20243 min read


When Influence Matters: Transforming Relationships with the Pyramid of Influence
Parallel Recovery for Families - Lisa Smith Have you ever felt like you were banging your head against the wall trying to get through to...
Lisa Smith
Mar 1, 20245 min read


Navigating Change: When Transformation is Lonely
Parallel Recovery for Families - Lisa Smith For those of us who have embraced some level of understanding that loving someone struggling...
Lisa Smith
Feb 1, 20243 min read


"Embracing Transformation: The Power of Parallel Recovery™".
Parallel Recovery for Families - Lisa Smith Introduction: Happy New Year! As we embark on this fresh journey into 2024, I'm thrilled to...
Lisa Smith
Jan 7, 20242 min read


Navigating the Holidays: A Guide for Families Supporting Loved Ones Struggling with Substance Use
Parallel Recovery for Families - Lisa Smith As the winter month of December concludes with festive lights and hopeful gatherings, we...
Lisa Smith
Dec 15, 20234 min read


A Families Role in Harm Reduction
Parallel Recovery for Families I am dedicated to providing a new approach to comprehensive support for families navigating the complex...
Lisa Smith
Nov 3, 20234 min read


Embracing Transformation
Parallel Recovery for Families Introduction: As the leaves transition with vibrant hues and the air turns crisp with the promise of...
Lisa Smith
Oct 5, 20232 min read


Recovery is for Everyone
Parallel Recovery for Families August 31st is International Overdose Awareness day. It is a day set aside to recognize and honor the...
Lisa Smith
Sep 12, 20232 min read


Lessons From Jury Duty
Support for Families I recently received a summons for jury duty. When it arrived, I rolled my eyes, whined about the inconvenience and...
Lisa Smith
Aug 9, 20233 min read


Project or Process?
Support For Families I am a knitter. I started knitting in September, so this is a recent title that I have given myself. I have admired...

Lisa Smith
Jul 10, 20233 min read


Love Needs a Place to Land
When I look back on the years that I spent trying to help my son while he was struggling with substance use, I now...

Lisa Smith
May 8, 20233 min read


The Power of a Hard Stop
I was confused to learn that the period, the most commonly used punctuation in English Language, is becoming obsolete. According to this...

Lisa Smith
Apr 25, 20232 min read


I would like to take you on a journey, The Hero’s Journey.
Supporting the Journey of Family Recovery Joseph Campbell’s comparative mythology of life’s journey that heroes in all cultures and...

Lisa Smith
Mar 1, 20232 min read


Why I do what I do....
Supporting the Journey of Family Recovery Just like that, the year is underway and I want to take this month to reintroduce myself and...
Lisa Smith
Feb 1, 20232 min read


The Path to "Success" isn't Linear
Supporting the Journey of Family Recovery For the first time in 4 years, my family spent Thanksgiving together in our home. Both of my...
Lisa Smith
Jan 1, 20232 min read


Intentional Living-how it saved me
Supporting the Journey of Family Recovery When I speak with families, one of the hardest concepts to express is the importance of living...
Lisa Smith
Dec 1, 20223 min read


The Essentials of a Treatment Plan
Supporting the Journey of Family Recovery One of the first things that I have families begin to work on when they contact me in crisis is...
Lisa Smith
Nov 1, 20222 min read


Finding Freedom Through Inner Peace
Supporting the Journey of Family Recovery Your life is priceless, and limited in time. How many hours, days or years do you want to spend...
Lisa Smith
Oct 1, 20223 min read
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