I, Mother of an Addict

If youre afraid to lose someone you love because of consumption of alcohol, other drugs or addictive behavior (compulsive gambling, addiction to food, videogames, sex, social network), I invite you to know my experience so that you may take the first step and achieve your loved ones recovery together. During my sons treatment I decided to share my experience, from my deepest intimacy, and help those that might be inside that maze with no exits. My experience in the beginning is painful, filled with guilt and shame, but later on turns satisfactory, filled with learning. It is very important to let go of prejudices and to value the addict, who suffers in silence and for whom will is not a main resource. Knowing the disease allowed me to heal my emotional codependency, have a new life through self-knowledge, acceptance and personal growth, with important achievements in healthy relationships and a nourishing life purpose. My book will be today and from now on my banner to help break stigmas and obtain more support in treatment of addiction.