Loving someone with an addiction is one of the most painful and complex experiences a parent can face—especially when that child is now an adult. In this episode, Monica and Donna King explore what it truly means to "let go" without giving up. Donna shares her journey of navigating addiction with her daughter. She shares practical insights and emotional support for setting boundaries, preserving your own well-being, and navigating the fine line between enabling and empowering. Whether you're in the midst of crisis or seeking long-term strategies, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and a reminder that letting go doesn’t mean giving up—it means loving in a new way.

Guest Donna King: @donnakingmusic (You can pm Donna via Instagram)

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Loving someone with an addiction is one of the most painful and complex experiences a parent can face&mdash;especially when that child is now an adult. In this episode, Monica and Donna King explore what it truly means to "let go" without giving up. Donna shares her journey of navigating addiction with her daughter. She shares practical insights and emotional support for setting boundaries, preserving your own well-being, and navigating the fine line between enabling and empowering. Whether you're in the midst of crisis or seeking long-term strategies, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and a reminder that letting go doesn&rsquo;t mean giving up&mdash;it means loving in a new way.
Guest Donna King: @donnakingmusic (You can pm Donna via Instagram)
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Welcome to Hope for the Journey – Your weekly Christian devotional podcast for faith, encouragement, and redemption.

Designed for women over 40, this podcast shares inspiring stories of faith, perseverance, and personal transformation. Each episode features real-life comeback stories, showing how God’s grace, redemption, and unwavering hope can lead to new beginnings.

Whether you're facing a personal challenge, seeking spiritual growth, or needing daily encouragement, Hope for the Journey is here to strengthen your faith and remind you that it’s never too late to start anew.

Join Monica Schmelter each week for powerful Christian testimonies, Bible-based encouragement, and uplifting conversations that will inspire your walk with God and help you navigate life’s journey with faith and hope.

FREE RESOURCES:

Check out all of Monica's free resources, including a free prayer guide and meaningful ways to comfort the grieving, at https://monicaschmelter.com/resources

Welcome to Hope for the Journey &ndash; Your weekly Christian devotional podcast for faith, encouragement, and redemption.
Designed for women over 40, this podcast shares inspiring stories of faith, perseverance, and personal transformation. Each episode features real-life comeback stories, showing how God&rsquo;s grace, redemption, and unwavering hope can lead to new beginnings.
Whether you're facing a personal challenge, seeking spiritual growth, or needing daily encouragement, Hope for the Journey is here to strengthen your faith and remind you that it&rsquo;s never too late to start anew.
Join Monica Schmelter each week for powerful Christian testimonies, Bible-based encouragement, and uplifting conversations that will inspire your walk with God and help you navigate life&rsquo;s journey with faith and hope.
FREE RESOURCES:
Check out all of Monica's free resources, including a free prayer guide and meaningful ways to comfort the grieving, at <a href="https://monicaschmelter.com/resources">https://monicaschmelter.com/resources</a>

Welcome to Hope for the Journey with Monica Schmelter– Your weekly Christian devotional podcast for faith, encouragement, and redemption.  Designed for women over 40, this podcast shares inspiring stories of faith, perseverance, and personal transformation. Each episode features real-life comeback stories, showing how God’s grace, redemption, and unwavering hope can lead to new beginnings.