Addiction doesn’t just affect the person using—it ripples out, leaving deep wounds in the lives of the people who love them.

In this emotional episode, I share my personal story of being raised by addicted parents, losing them too soon, and walking alongside my little brother as he fought his own battle with addiction. His journey to recovery not only gave me my brother back, but it also gave me something I never expected: forgiveness, compassion, and healing for myself.

September is National Recovery Month, and this conversation is for anyone who has loved an addict, felt the ripple effect of addiction, or is still carrying the pain of neglect, rejection, or broken trust.

Through my story, I hope you find courage, hope, and a reminder that recovery is possible—not just for the addict, but for the family and loved ones, too.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The ripple effect of addiction on families and children
• Why recovery can’t be forced, and why tough love is sometimes the most loving choice
• How my brother’s journey through recovery taught me about faith, compassion, and forgiveness
• The lessons addiction survivors and families can carry forward into their own healing
• Why recovery is also for the ones left behind

Resources & Links:

✨ Ready to begin your own healing journey?
Book a free discovery call with me here: https://calendly.com/angiemari323/30min?month=2025-09

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