In this episode, Debbie speaks with Lorie Gelsheimer, who found out her young adult son was addicted to the opioid drug, fentanyl. Lorie shares the challenges she went through and heartbreaking moments she experienced during her son's opioid addiction, including almost losing him to overdose. Lorie offers hope through the wisdom she gained in coping with this situation and healing her heart.

About Lorie: In 2019, Lorie Gelsheimer had just finished writing a book of inspiring stories and wisdom she gained while rising above major obstacles in her life when she and her husband found out their young adult son was addicted to the opioid drug, fentanyl. Lorie learned to mend her heart in a powerful wholehearted way, which has continued to help her whenever she is faced with a challenge related to her son's addiction recovery. Lorie Gelsheimer is the author of "BeYOUtiful Rooms to Bloom Your Most Fun, Free & Fulfilling Life" and a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist who is delighted to share her inspiring stories and wisdom that help mend broken hearts and bloom happier lives. https://www.listenwithlorie.com/

About Debbie: The host of Finding Peace Beyond the Pain, Debbie Gail Zane, is a Certified Life and Relationship Coach, author of the book "Finding Peace and Purpose Amidst the Tears: My Journey of the Love and Loss of My Son through His Mental Illness and Addiction", a single mom of three, and a bereaved parent. She has been a guest on many podcasts, was featured on WAMV Radio, and was recognized by one of the world's biggest influencers, Tony Robbins, for her journey of turning her pain into purpose by helping parents in the aftermath of losing her 26-year-old son following his nine-year battle with schizoaffective disorder and addiction. With a diverse professional background in coaching, speaking, writing, law, and special needs, Debbie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her work. Debbie is committed to making a difference in the lives of those who are struggling with a loved one's mental illness and addiction and those who have lost a loved one, reminding them that life is precious and that there is peace beyond the pain. Debbie holds multiple coaching certifications, including Practitioner of Excellence Life Coach, Advanced Relationship Coach, and Parent and Family Coach from the Coaching Institute and Robbins Madanes Training, as well as an LLM Masters of Law and a Juris Doctor.

To learn more about Debbie, please visit her website at: https://debbiegailcoaching.com

Learn about her book "FINDING PEACE AND PURPOSE AMIDST THE TEARS: My Journey of the Love and Loss of My Son through His Mental Illness and Addiction" at: https://www.debbiegailzane.com