Hi my name is Christy. I am a mother to a 20 yr old addict son. He has relapsed again so this is his 4th battle with spice. Never in my worst nightmare did I think this disease would happen in my family. I have pleaded begged and traded for tough love. I was told 60% of addicts relapse…well 100% of parents hurt and have to find a way to live so here I am. I guess I hoping to get some insight on how to make myself and help my family be okay and survive this.
Hi, Christy, Glad you joined the meeting tonight. I can so relate to your hurt and trying to find a way to live your life. My son is 41. He's been using for years. However, didn't start using drugs that will steal one's soul until his 30's. He found sobriety at 39 and was 1.5 years sober. My mistake is I didn't work on understanding my role in this family disease. I thought I'm not an addict, I have no problem with drugs or alcohol. Anyway, after this 3rd relapse since January 2018, I knew this disease is a life-long companion and I'm not up to speed with what it is I'm dealing with and how I have enabled it. SO, good for you finding this group. It is so true when we release what we can't control, and understand we didn't cause it, and can't cure it one begins to accept the reality. Keep learning, talking to others who relate and understand, and you will find more moments of peace and happiness apart from your son.
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