I know that many of you are here because you love someone who struggles to love themselves. This has been an unexpected component of doing this work. I write and create for someone on the cusp of desperation or in early recovery, with the hope that it gives them enough courage to face their battle honestly.
Yet the messages slowly trickled in from those who love someone fighting what feels like an isolated and impossible battle. This week’s conversation with my incredible wife is for you. In it, we discuss what has changed over the last three years in recovery. We talk about the difficulties of the descent, the fear, frustration, and agony of living in a chaotic and insane cycle week in and week out for years on end.
But we also talk about hope and perseverance. Not everyone’s story will follow our own trajectory, but just as there is power in one addict speaking with another, there is power in loved ones of addicts coming together to share their trials, struggles, and revelations.
Alyssa’s bravery, loyalty, and perseverance cannot be overstated. We hope this helps you in your journey.
Reference: Chapter 8: To Wives
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Kyle Layne
