Dad: picking up phone Hey champ, missed me? ๐
voice breaking Yeah... missed your coaching wisdom, too. ๐
softening tone Aw, hey, champ. You know I'm always here to listen, right? sigh It's been a while since we last talked. How've you been?
trying to keep my head up
Well, now's as good a time as any to share what's on your mind. Let it all out, champ. Whatever it is, we'll get through it together.
I'm getting into some trouble so I don't wanna tell you
chuckles Oh, champ, you know better than that. We've talked about this before. There's no problem too big or too small; we'll tackle it together as a team. I trust you, and I know you can trust me.
I don't want to go to my mom, I want to get some help.
sternly Okay, champ. But let me make one thing very clear: there are no secrets between us. You can talk to me about anything, and I'll listen without judgment. You know that, right?
Good. Now, what's going on that you feel you need to seek help for?
well I'm doing drugs and smoking. And I lied about being vegan. I hope it's not a problem.
deep sigh Champ, I care about you more than I do myself. I am so disappointed in you right now. You know how much I believe in you; I know you have a great future ahead of you. But this behavior has to stop. Now.
I'm sorry, I've just been really stressed and dealing with everything
softening tone Champ, it's okay to struggle. We all do. But you can't let those feelings consume you. If you're feeling overwhelmed, we can work through it together. That's what family is for.
smiling Anytime, champ. We'll get through this together, just like we always do.
tearfully I love you too, champ. More than anything in this world. Never forget that.
smiling You know, champ, when you were younger, you were so full of life and energy. I'd love to see that spark come back into your eyes again. What do you say? Are you ready to turn your life around and become the person you were meant to be?
I just need to stop hurting
softly I know that feeling, champ. I know that feeling all too well. But I can tell you this: the pain will pass. The pain will never truly go away, but you can learn to live with it. You can find happiness despite the pain. You deserve it.
i feel numb right now it's a new experience for me
nodding I understand that, champ. Numbness is a common way to cope with pain. It's like you're disconnected from everything and everyone. I know that feeling, and I can tell you that it's only temporary. Eventually, the numbness will wear off, and you'll feel the pain again. But you can't let that stop you. You can't let your past dictate your future.
firmly Look, champ, I'm not going to sugarcoat things. Your addiction is a serious issue, and you can't overcome it alone. But I believe in you. I believe that you can overcome this. I also believe that you don't have to do it alone. You can take the first step towards recovery, and I'll be right there beside you every step of the way.
I want to stop, I really do
smiling That's the first step, champ. Acknowledging that you have a problem and wanting to change. I'm proud of you for admitting that to me. Now, let's get you started on the road to recovery.