Secret Thoughts About Your Addicted Loved One's Addiction 🤐

Having an addicted loved one is enough to push you over the edge. It's only natural to have some not so positive thoughts about the situation. In this video, we shed light on the secret thoughts many people have when struggling with an addicted loved one. You don't have to live in shame and guilt any longer. You're not the only one having these secret thoughts.
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[@PutTheShovelDown]

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[@laurieriek6444]

I have felt each and everyone of these emotions. It’s like u have read my mind. I thought I was the only one that have felt like this. It’s helpful to hear that I’m not alone. I’ve never said any of these out loud.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I'm so glad this was helpful, Laurie!

[@notserenity]

I used to pray my son would just get to heaven. But thats wrong! Pray for their destiny!!!! That they will live out their full potential and their God given purpose.

[@Romiegirl-jq4rj]

OMG I thought I was the only one who was envious of the “normal” husband who can go out in public without being drunk or having had a few beers before leaving the house. Can’t go on any type of outing over two hours because he’s jonesing for a fix and just wants to go home. Forget about a road trip or vacation. Gave up awhile ago.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You're definitely not alone!

[@marianboehm4049]

You hit the nail on the head all the time. Im so glad I found you to listen too. Your the only person I have that understands and is so helpful.. Just your calmness is soothing when everything is so chaotic. Thankyou.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I so appreciate you kind feedback. Thanks Marian!

[@j.f.aleman3041]

Thank you for validating all these thoughts and emotions. Keeping all this bottled up is exhausting. I learn so much from your videos.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. 🥰

[@lisa9111]

Such a relief to hear all these thoughts are normal. I have been so ashamed and wouldn’t admit to anyone the things I was thinking. Thank you for these insightful videos.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I'm so glad you found this helpful, Lisa!

[@cynthiamallon6642]

So good to hear someone who knows exactly what they're talking about. Thank you Amber for all the time you put into this

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You're so welcome Cynthia!!! Thank you for your positive feedback!!

[@tinkershell1856]

Every. Single. One. I’ve written so many eulogies in my head, every day. Planned his funeral more times than I can count. Guilt and humiliation are the biggest things I’m working through now. I never occurred to me to just simply dump them, LOL! Thank you so much Amber! ❤️ You’re such a beautiful person and you look absolutely stunning in that red print and blue sweater! 💙

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Awwww thanks Shelley!

[@terrimoore258]

Amber, I have had everyone of those feelings. I lossed my Dad this year and I even wished that my AH had been taken instead. Like he deserved it because he’s killing himself anyway and my Dad was taken by Covid. I feel so guilty for feeling that way

[@charlenewolff1013]

I wish these were all secret :) I have yelled and screamed them at my alcoholic partner. I appreciate these videos because they are helping me understand why I do what I do. I totally hated myself, I am starting to like myself again. Thank-you!

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I'm sure you're not alone, Charlene. We've all said things in the heat of the moment. Don't beat yourself up too much.

[@paulacate448]

I have experienced most of these terrible feelings. The grief, anxiety, and agony are so hard. Our loved one was the top student, perfectionist that everyone seemed to admire. When sh fell, she fell hard. Just the contrast was overwhelming emotionally. You are a true gift to families, Amber. Thank you for talking about this.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Gosh, I know it must be so hard to watch someone you love take such a bad turn!

[@lauriesellers6637]

I’m experiencing the same thing. I just want to shake her and try and get her to see what she is doing to her life .... I find myself wanting to turn back the clock and try and guide her down the right road again ... I try and see if there was something I did or didn’t do that could of changed the corse she is now on. 😢

[@whitneyherem3614]

I have told my husband that if he dies from this, I am at peace knowing I did everything I could. I showed him love and support and encouragement when he needed those things most. When I told his dad that (because dad is trying to control the whole show) he told me “you may say that now, but if it happens, you’ll carry that guilt and burden with you the rest of your life”. 🙄 (Pretty sure that is how he marry feel but not my place to say). I hope that it doesn’t happen, but I have no control over that any more than if he has a heart attack tomorrow. That decision isn’t up to me.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

It's such a heartbreaking thing to have to even think about, but eventually if you don't come to terms with it, the fear takes over your whole life.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

It's such a heartbreaking thing to have to even think about, but eventually if you don't come to terms with it, the fear takes over your whole life.

[@stevereeves8784]

My wife and I are going through this with our adult daughter. We are hoping to get this behind us. I am a broken and empty man. Thank you for this video

[@taralenzotti3418]

#3, YES!!! This is so true and happens out of the blue. They don’t know how good they have it, really. I cannot be okay when my friends complain about their kid not getting their dream job, etc.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Hi Tara, Thanks for watching. You're right, it's frustrating to hear complaints like that when your child is struggling so much.

[@peggyg7121]

So happy that I am not the only one! Thank your for this! I can't tell you knowing that my thoughts are unique

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Hi Peggy, I'm so glad you found it helpful, and a special thanks for taking the time to leave some positive feedback!

[@lawyerlady95]

Amber, thank you again for a wonderful video. Your efforts and information are very appreciated. ☺️❤️🙏🏽☀️ I want you to know that you’re making a difference. You’ve helped me a lot. I don’t feel so alone. This video is so accurate. There is still a lot of shame in acknowledging how a family member may feel about their loved one’s addiction. It is exhausting and terrifying to deal with every day, always waiting for the next disaster and wondering what that situation will be like. Sadly, I know I’m not alone as there are many family members going through the same thing, and you continue to help by shining a light for us. God bless you! 🌹

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thank you so much for your kind words, Lawyerlady95!

[@catherinecox8921]

Boy did you nail it! I’ve been 41 years with my actively drinking alcoholic spouse and predictably now with alcoholic children. I’ve lived these thoughts so many times. Your videos are extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@Susan_1]

Thats me , I have to keep pushing the thoughts out of my head!!!! I will be praying him out of my life insted of praying for him!!!!

[@movieholic68]

I love my daughter, but I hate the person she became due to her addiction, thank you for doing this video, I don't feel like a horrible person anymore, is good to know I'm not alone in having these thoughts, I also want to thank you for all the hard work that you put into doing these videos to help all the people that are dealing with addicted loved one's, please know that I'm very grateful for all of your videos, I think you're doing a great job, a think you're also making a great impact in the lives of a lot of people. Thank you!!.....

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me such kind feedback! It makes my heart happy to know these videos are helpful🥰

[@lorricarraggi7445]

I've been listening to you for a while.Im the mom of my 26 yr old son (addict) and codepency is SO deep here in this situation.I want you to know I have never thought ANYONE could think those things you are speaking about today and it's a great comfort to know It's not SHAMEFUL to have these thoughts it's just YEARS of living thru or with this in the family takes a GREAT TOLL on a person.Especially a MOM and her love for her child and having to watch him struggle and make really bad choices and keep rescuing even though you know it's WRONG.I just want you to know you've been a great source of comfort and you GET IT as much as omeone going thru it.God bless and keep on helping people ❤And today thru listening to you and other helpful people I can say I'm living my life and loving myself and Taki b care of my self and not ARGUING like you say I'm not being the BAD guy.Im trying God to show my son what he needs to show him.Im not God and this is certainly making me a lot more free. letting things naturaly take their course and I've stopped TRYING to CONTROL. Helpful tool has also been Melanie Beatties "the power of letting Go" God bless. Your a blessing!

[@taylernoelle1]

You hit the nail on the head! 🎯

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thanks Tayler! 💖

[@cjgia4898]

The word hate is so strong. I never use it.....Except, when used in association with this disease! I hate this disease. I love my daughter, but I hate the disease she has.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You're absolutely right Cj. I struggled with whether or not to use that word, in the video, but I needed to convey the deep since of hurt and betrayal that families feel. I didn't feel like the word resentment gave it justice. The feeling really is toward the addiction and that's so important to remember. Thanks for reminding us of that!!!

[@EXE_CC]

You said it perfectly. My husband has been struggling for years and my kids and I are on this rollercoaster with him. I am on my last chance and deeply hoping he can do it, but mentally planning in case it does not work out. I am trying to pre prep for multiple outcomes, and that causes guilt because I feel like I'm not giving 100% to the recovery because I am jaded.

[@tinam761]

YES!!! And if you’re née to this as a parent... these thoughts will come. I never imagined I’d still be dealing with this 12 years later. He’s 26, I thought by now he’d have a lot of sober time under his belt and he’d be fairly safely on a healthy track. I never could have imagined the destruction it has caused. I have lost jobs ... I have struggled with serious health issues and of course all the mental health issues. I honestly believe this could not only kill him, it can kill me and his father. I just want it to stop.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You're so right, Tina! It's such a devastating thing for a parent to experience. 😥

[@taralenzotti3418]

Amber, can you do a list of positive things? I would add another secret thought: I am grateful for my son’s addiction because it has made me a better person, better mother. I have done and tried things I would never have done or tried (positive things), like going through facilitator training for Smart Recovery, talking openly and willingly about SUD, looking more kindly at those struggling with SUD and how it effects their loved ones and families.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Great suggestion, Tara. Our family counselor Campbell, is always talking about that. She has 2 son's in recovery and she's frequently talks to parents about the light at the end of the dark tunnel. Everything you learn in the the recovery process will improve your life and relationships.

[@brendareed5050]

Tara Lenzotti I’m interested to know if you did an online course and if you can share the link.

[@taralenzotti3418]

Brenda Reed I am currently doing SMART Recovery facilitator training online. I am going to lead meetings for Friends and Family, as opposed to the meetings for those with additive behavior issues. All training, for both types of meetings, is online and required to lead them. t2.smartrecoverytraining.org/moodle/

[@blk1735]

I would never be "thankful" that someone had an addiction. Addiction literally robs people of their lives.

[@lilianabreceda3730]

What is SUD?

[@caffeinelife]

This is exactly what I needed to hear. I'm really glad I found this video and your channel.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I'm so glad! Welcome to our little community, caffeinelife!

[@jennaletizia5430]

After 25 years I am exhausted with two adult addict kids. Their father did pass away years ago from his addiction but I am beyond exhausted as I have been an enabler

[@PutTheShovelDown]

25 years is a very long time!

[@jennaletizia5430]

@@PutTheShovelDown I am desperate to change myself so I don’t do this anymore but it’s hard when it’s your child. I think this time I can do it though. He will be homeless due to his own issues. Won’t keep a job. Won’t stop drinking. Mental health issues. Refuses rehab.

[@lilianabreceda3730]

This so TRUE! There were X I felt so much hate towards my son, and so much blame! I have let that go and when they creep up and they do I look at it and understand where it is coming from and then let it go. I love my son, I have empathy for him, and I have HOPE! ❤🎉

[@franpolly5987]

Wow! Great video. Thank you so much.

[@silentj80]

I'm in the same boat. I can't get her to go to a meeting and she barely wants to talk about the addiction. I've made every mistake in dealing with alcohol, and the problem has not changed

[@lorimast]

I feel very resentful of my husband but I would never admit it out loud. I just wish I could figure out how not to feel that way. And the sad thing is, I know people have it so much worse than I do. He's not actively drinking. But he has done many things the past 2.5 yrs that have really hurt.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Hey Lori, I can definitely understand what you’re saying. Just because the drinking stops, doesn’t mean the wounds are healed. 😢

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Hey Lori, I can definitely understand what you’re saying. Just because the drinking stops, doesn’t mean the wounds are healed. 😢

[@jenniferhanlon5974]

It's nice to be able to hear some of these validated to take away the shame of them. And also to know that it's not just me that this is other family members too. I feel very misunderstood and I don't trust myself at all. Over a year of my girlfriend gaslighting and splitting has done a number on my head. Those are the worst two and she pretty much hit every emotional manipulation tactic, to hide every possible lie a person could possibly tell and hide from their spouse. And now that she's actually in recovery I swear sometimes it actually feels harder now to deal with things. She's in a year-long program now and I'm not going to see her until May 2023. We're not legally married and I'm not considered family so I can't even speak to her on the phone. An exception had to be made for us to even write to each other. Being kept so far on the outside is also making me feel very excluded and in the dark. I'm doing all this work for myself which I know I need to do but I don't know how to navigate a tandem recovery. How to work on my codependence simultaneously with her addiction when I can't even communicate or know what's happening. I don't want to feel resentment for her, she doesn't make the rules. but the exclusionary resentment I feel plus the resentment I feel for the roller coaster I've gone through the last year and a half seem to bleed together sometimes.

[@The_2_Wolves]

Wow, I had forgotten about this comment thank you for the response. So much has happened since. It turned out to be a poor facility. I think you might be interested to hear how some places run their programs. There was no therapy, even when she asked for it. She was smart enough to mail me the denial that says maybe when she is further along in the program and for now she could talk to the pastor. She was given a biblical guide to the 12 steps and told to work then herself. She was told she could have a sponsor after 10 months in the program. (It's a 12 month program) she made it almost five months in there(with 5 months in jail also) when hurricane Ian hit and myself and out 4 animals rode it out in the house. I took heavy damage and it was quite scary. Remember I said they didn't consider me family. So they would not let her call me to see if I was ok or even alive. They let her call her mother who sent someone to pick her up, violating probation by leaving. She told them she knew leaving was the wrong choice but it was her family and they didn't try to coach her through it. Sadly the "friend" her mother sent to get her had drugs in the car and she was high after 10 months clean on the way out of the rehab facility. Naturally that led to violation of probation and eventually new charges and she is back in jail now since January. I think that situation on anyone would be too much. It's also highly probable that she is undiagnosed borderline personality disorder. So I'm honestly surprised she made it 3 days before she left the place. I wrote a letter trying to get her into a dual diagnosis facility but it's too late apparently. 22 + years active addiction and in and out incarceration there has been too many failures from the perspective of the system. But at least she has finally accepted that she needs real mental health help, recovery help at the same time and I'm told these are offered in prison. I thought you might be interested in this update. She wanted a faith based facility but this one and others I contacted all seem to run the same way. They don't even allow psych medicine. I have never heard about any rehab program not including therapy. Childhood trauma of severe nature cannot be handled by a member of the clergy. Somehow you should be able to get from step 4-5 without a sponsor. A time limit on said sponsor. The judge had called that her "last" chance but if you ask me she never actually had "a" chance to start. To all family members, investigate a facility first. We did not have a whole lot of options because it was court ordered but if you can choose, please ASK QUESTIONS. They made an exception for letters but even those were read before she received them or mailed out. I'm hopeful now because she is looking to get the help she needs in any way she can while in prison and plans to continue when she gets out. It's sad, proper mental health Care is not offered in the jail. They see a psych doctor once a month for 5 minutes and get medicated. Personality disorders will be ignored because they cannot ever be diagnosed. You can't learn a personality in 5 monthly minutes. One doctor looked at everything I sent to her on BPD and said it was pretty likely as possibility but it's a personality disorder and she doesn't know her. She diagnosed her bipolar and put her on medication. I paid attention during a two year roller coaster from Hell because I love her. But not very many people have someone who cares enough to look past what a behavior is instead of why did it happen. That's another piece of advice I have for families. Nobody would WANT to do these things, live like this, hurt everyone they love. The why can be extremely more relevant the the what Thanks for listening and I wish everyone positive thoughts in their respective journey

[@lisap2947]

Omg, thank you, I have been feeling so alone and ashamed of my thoughts. I am exhausted. I have tried and tried and cannot help him. I realize now, he has to work on him, and I have to take care of me. I sometimes get sick with worry. I am a very tired mother.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I know this situation feels extremely lonely, but there are so many others out there experiencing the same things. Having these thoughts is a normal responses to an abnormal situation.

[@beatingheartsphotographyll67]

I didnt trust myself because he was gasliggting me so much, reality was distorted by his dilusion and lies. A year of counseling later... I know my reality is the real one.

[@dole6182]

Thank you for this video! I feel so trapped having a father who is addicted and he has been struggling for so long. I have gotten to the point of wanting him gone out of my life entirely especially after my mom passed away and felt like she was a way better parent than my dad. She also had her own issues but at least I felt like she cared about me more than my own father. 😔

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Since your mom passed away, does it make you feel like she left you alone to deal with this mess?

[@dole6182]

@@PutTheShovelDown In a way yes but really I know it wasn't her fault leaving me with the mess. I just feel frustrated because I have done so much to help and deal with my father and his addiction.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

@@dole6182 I completely understand what it’s like having to deal with your parents problems. It’s so frustrating, you just want them to grow up and be an adult.

[@Sarakism]

I really needed exactly this today. Thank you for always being here for us. 💗

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You are so welcome

[@kristenkennelly1937]

Well you nailed every single one. Thank you so much for all of your videos. I watch them daily to give me guidance with my Son.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Happy to help!

[@michelleburstrom2548]

My step son is living with my husband and I and he is a long term, heavy, 40 year old, active alcoholic. It is hell on earth having him live with us. It’s like having an ogre living in my house, who thinks he is a prize house guest. Sometimes I walk around in my own home repeatedly saying inside my mind.......make him go away, please make him go away, oh please please please make him leave. In my mind that thought never vanishes.

[@dakotaluigi3377]

This is such a great video. Thank you Amber.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Glad you enjoyed it, Dakota!

[@amypeters6466]

Thank you for sharing the knowledge you’ve learned on addiction. These videos are saving grace

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You are so welcome!

[@TEAMMCD8703]

Yes yes and yes. Thank you. Ugh this is so hard

[@cathyrichvalsky3953]

I just told my husband the other day that I am trying to prepare myself for the fact that we may loose our son if he doesn't change. Thank you for validating all of these feelings.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I'm glad this was helpful for you Cathy💖

[@AB-do5ex]

100% Thank you!

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You're welcome!

[@judisamoisette1258]

It’s True, some serious hate, a poor itty bitty baby….hate what she did to her… thank god baby is safe

[@best._.vibess]

I found your video’s and will keep watching because it help me a lot. My boyfriend is addicted to alcohol but already so much that he even doesn’t care about me. Only if he drinks not too much in the day is a kind person. He refuse help and get very angry when i try to talk about it. Is acting like he hates me. I feel sooo lonley and sad, love him a lot and i have no idea now to help him and myself😞

[@anitabowdon9932]

Yeah😢 💔 I'm mad & sad because of my friend! Because he has a drug addiction 🤬😡💥 I'm avoiding him! And yea 😢 i get all these racing thoughts!! I have now have panic attacks, yes I've yelled @ him, & kick him out of the house 😢😢😢!!! Yes it's embassing!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@essentialchiropractic8539]

Wow thanks for this!!! I have them all!!

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You're so welcome

[@sandyh9635]

Thanks great video!

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Awwww, thanks Sandy! 😁

[@melissavo4300]

You are on point

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thanks Melissa

[@rn25an56]

Love your videos thank you

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thanks so much!

[@darcygresty9681]

Thank you 🙏💖

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You are so welcome

[@jumplittledoggiejumpjump9112]

I'm kind of getting the chicken and the egg thing from this. If you stop feeling sorry for yourself you can quit drinking or is it when you stop drinking you can stop feeling sorry for yourself?... Your logic is perfect other then the alcoholics obsession of the mind. An obsession of the mind is a thought that overcome all other thoughts. The obsession over rules logic and reason and is what baffles families and friends. The good news is that the obsession can be removed. Keep up your good work.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You make a really going point about the "chicken and the egg". In my experience, people stop feeling sorry for themselves AFTER they get sober.

[@CA-qq5wc]

Thank you for saying outloud.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You are so welcome

[@nurantastan9190]

Love your hard works I work with hospice.. I think with addicted life ruiner"s family has same pattern of grieving over this lost beings 💔

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thanks Nuran!

[@sabrinadrabing595]

Thank you!

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thanks for watching, Sabrina!

[@QueenLogic87]

Funny thing is, if an alcoholic admits they're drinking too much and says they gonna drink less, what they're really saying is, they're gonna drink less in front of you and drink more behind your back..

[@PutTheShovelDown]

💯You nailed it! 😂🤣🤩

[@QueenLogic87]

@@PutTheShovelDown still painful to realize the truth in this... 😔 Cause I told myself, because he admitted he has a drinking problem, it's the first step in recovery, but it's just more manipulation. He's doing these things hoping I will trust him enough to let my guard down..

[@PutTheShovelDown]

@@QueenLogic87 hey Queen Logic87, have you seen my videos about motivating someone to take steps toward recovery? I have a whole playlist on that topic. Even if he’s just saying it to try and manipulate there are ways to steer him in the right direction.

[@cd2437]

I've had so many people tell me to leave my husband and still I can't do it. It has made me isolate from them because I'm ashamed and I blame myself that he is this messed up and also that I've stayed so long. Also most of them don't know the things he has done to me in the past so they don't have the whole story which makes it hard to lwave because I'm afraid his family will think I'm heartless leaving him. It's so messed up.

[@Mykitchenchanne1]

# 7. Exactly what I first thought.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Thanks for your openness Liliana!

[@JulianaWade]

Truth

[@deviroy9527]

This made me cry, 😭

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Sorry Devi 😓

[@jeanettelisa1]

Ty i need help with this situation

[@JoeConnector]

What can someone do to help their loved one who hates them? Is it best to just stay away / give them space?

[@best._.vibess]

I want to know the same 😞

[@CranApple11]

You're so good at this, Amber, it's not even funny. (p.s thank you)

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Awwwww thanks CranApple, that sweet compliment is going to make me feel good all day!

[@mistyfinney5292]

My adult daughter has cut communication from me...she has been using for a few years and it's killing me not knowing if she's ok😭

[@PutTheShovelDown]

I'm so sorry Misty. No parent should have to go through this. I know your heart is breaking 💔

[@martiward6427]

If the loved one allowed the addict to destroy friendships do they ever see were they were wrong?

[@blk1735]

With addicts, it's always someone else's fault.

[@laurabeigh283]

Miss Amber, ❤️❤️❤️

[@christinafisher6169]

Yep. I'm afraid that he will be a bad influence. Bad associations spoil useful habits. I just don't want to spend time with him because of the addition.

[@mariamargut7063]

Wow... Asi me siento. Es real 😮

[@gddjwd]

Alanon hasnt done anything except tell me to leave him.

[@saragoolsby5612]

#3!!!!! ❤❤❤💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@PutTheShovelDown]

Good insight Sara!

[@summersmchugh704]

ty

[@PutTheShovelDown]

You’re very welcome

[@geristanford4918]

my husband 1 week after having sholder surgery bet me up and threw me out now 4 months after he was me bad I so afraid that he will land up hitting me again That's My Shocking Truth what can I say or do now ???????

[@womanofprayer7061]

Amber I've been watching your videos and it's helped me some. I knew going into my marriage that my spouse was a recovering addict and believed he truly changed. I grew up seeing addiction and even lost loved ones due to it. I asked him to promise me he was done with it and he did. Then he fell into addiction taking otc gas station drugs which he was taking over a year. My question is this. Was my request unreasonable? I don't think it was yet he said I was afraid you'd leave me & so that's why I kept doing it. It feels like excuses and bull malarkey. I don't know if he's changing and he's been back in rehab 2 months.

[@waynepolo6193]

It’s not an unreasonable request, for one. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if in his mind, he sincerely believed in his own promise to you. That said, his story about being afraid of you leaving him is bull. BUT! It’s bull that he also probably really believes. It runs counter to the very reason you asked for the promise in the first place! But addicts are very good at believing anything g they need to.

[@welldone4789]

I got my sanity back in alanon ....

[@nurantastan9190]

I wish you don't call addicted love one...🤔 we need to rename that.. like addicted life ruiner🙄

[@VijayLaxmi-kv9qq]

I know you are amricans,,,,❤❤

[@squirlie4556]

Feeling that I'm ready to go/die.. Cuz

[@RC-ey4gm]

Please also mention addiction in a family systems perspective.

[@PutTheShovelDown]

R C hi RC, This whole channel is about addiction from a family perspective! 🤩. Is there a specific topic within that big topic you’d like to hear more about?

[@mariaguzman3269]

Hello

[@mariaguzman3269]

Hello this is Maria don’t know what to do my son blame that he can not see his baby

[@dddrawing6636]

Dare you are a couple days and times and it probably would not want you back on m