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“IT NEVER STOPS HURTING”

Posted on July 6, 2017 by libbycataldi

My reflection: My prayer is simple: may this entry bring comfort to another mom or dad, brother or sister. Today’s Promise to consider: We must join our voices into the resounding chorus that clamors for help for our addicted loved … Continue reading →

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HONESTY IS IMPERATIVE

Posted on June 27, 2017 by libbycataldi

This is part of a series of monthly posts that reference many conversations with Dr. MacAfee. Thanks, Doc. A client and friend of Dr. MacAfee, the mother of a recovering addict wrote to me: One of the most important lessons … Continue reading →

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“I COULDN’T HELP HIM BEFORE IT WAS TOO LATE”

Posted on April 20, 2017 by libbycataldi

A mother wrote to me: My son died of a heroin overdose. I need to start to forgive myself for all the mistakes I made. I try to understand why he couldn’t just stop what he was doing to himself. … Continue reading →

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CUNNING, BAFFLING AND POWERFUL

Posted on March 24, 2017 by libbycataldi

Terry Gorski writes, Addiction comes into our lives posing as a friend and then slowly grows into a monster that can destroy us. (Terry Gorski, Straight Talk About Addiction) My reflection: I was deluded by addiction. It entered our home … Continue reading →

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No More Shame, No More Silence

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Sandy Swenson

Misconceptions about addiction are so pervasive it’s no wonder that those struggling with addiction — and their families — suffer in silence, solitude, and shame. Even though our society encourages substance abuse at every turn, when someone becomes … Continue reading →

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Baby Steps Lead To Bigger Ones

Posted on March 20, 2017 by annali2002

“First Step Prayer: Dear Lord, I admit that I am powerless over my addict. I admit that my life is unmanageable When I try to control him/her. Help me this day to understand the true meaning of powerlessness. Remove from … Continue reading →

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Where do I go for help?

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Magnolia Beginnings

Trying to locate appropriate treatment for a loved one, especially finding a program tailored to an individual’s particular needs, can be a difficult process. However, there are some resources to help with this process. For example, NIDA’s handbook Seeking Drug … Continue reading →

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My Glass Is Half Full

Posted on March 6, 2017 by annali2002

From Hope For Today, January 23: “One of the gifts I have received from Al-Anon is learning how to maintain an attitude of gratitude. Before the program I didn’t really understand the true nature of gratitude. I thought it … Continue reading →

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Denial and Addiction- Libby Cataldi

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Magnolia Beginnings

DENIAL AND ADDICTION by Libby Cataldi A mother writes: Our daughter, both strikingly beautiful and musically gifted, signed a recording contract with an International music company at the age of fifteen. I traveled with her extensively and never had an … Continue reading →

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Resistance Training

Posted on February 14, 2017 by annali2002

From In All Our Affairs, Making Crises Work For You, Surrender: “’Let go and Let God.’ It sounds so simple. But when our circumstances or the circumstances of those we love weigh heavily on our minds, we may have no idea … Continue reading →