Navigating Substance Use: Supporting Mentees with Empathy and Care

Join Mark and mentor Joe as they tackle the sensitive topic of navigating drug and alcohol use with mentees. Joe shares his expertise and experiences on how to approach these difficult conversations with empathy and understanding. Together, they explore strategies for creating a safe space for open dialogue, providing support, and guiding mentees towards making healthy choices. Tune in for an important discussion on addressing substance use issues in mentorship and fostering a trusting, supportive relationship. Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2360778/fa...) The Mentorship Blueprint by New Pathways for Youth, (https://npfy.org/) a nonprofit organization based in Phoenix, Arizona, shares real stories, insights, and strategies that highlight the power of mentorship in transforming young lives. Through each episode, we explore how meaningful relationships, guidance, and opportunity can create lasting impact. Led by Mark Garcia (  / mark-garcia-7b994412  ) , Director of Training and Curriculum at NPFY, The Mentorship Blueprint dives into the challenges and triumphs of one of the most effective interventions for young people: youth mentoring. To learn more or get involved, visit npfy.org (https://npfy.org) and join us in building pathways for youth to thrive. Interested in becoming a volunteer mentor? Start here. (https://npfy.org/become-a-mentor/)