Send us a textWelcome to the Defy The Good podcast, BREAK-FORWARD series. In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Lori shares her journey through the trials and triumphs of motherhood, dealing with her son's non care for anything opposite of his belief system, brushes with the law, and struggles with setting boundaries.Teen Pregnancy & Early MotherhoodLori opens up about her early experience as a teen mom, dealing with the challenges of a young pregnancy and the trauma of a suicidal attempt.The Difference Between Being a Mom and a MotherLori delves into the distinction between being a 'mom' and a 'mother,' emphasizing the roles of guidance and discipline in motherhood.The Law, The Accusation, and the PainLori shares about her son's run-ins with the law, the accusation that she allowed her husband to abuse him, and the emotional pain it caused.The Struggle of Overindulgence and DeprivationLori shares her struggle with balancing emotional generosity and discipline in her parenting journey.Manipulation and Deception: A Strained RelationshipLori talks about the troubling behaviors she noticed in her son as he grew older, like manipulation and deception, and how it strained their relationship.A Tale of Two ChildrenLori compares her experiences with her two children and explores how individuals can take different paths despite similar upbringings. Setting Boundaries with Adult ChildrenLori delves into the complexities of setting boundaries with her son as an adult and the grief associated with a strained mother-son relationship.Undiagnosed  Bipolar Disorder: A New Layer of ComplexityLori discusses her belief that her son may suffer from bipolarism, the struggles that come with not knowing but living with it, and its impacts on the family dynamics.  The Presence of God: Seeking SolaceLori wraps up by sharing how her faith has been her anchor amid these trials, offering solace, strength, and hope for the future.www.girlgobegreat.com

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