Real Recovery Talk

586: Why You Feel Lied To, Manipulated And Guilty (Advice For Parents Only)

Published: December 24, 2025

Duration: 28:08

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If it's Christmas Eve and you're lying awake right now, worried about your child, this episode is for you. While the rest of the world seems to be celebrating, many parents are quietly carrying fear, guilt, and exhaustion—wondering where their son or daughter is, if they're safe, or if things will ever change.

 In this solo episode, I speak directly to parents who are struggling tonight. We talk about why Christmas Eve can feel heavier than any other night, the...