When I was a kid, teenager, young adult and well into my late 20s, I was wrapped up in my family’s unhealthy, dysfunctional life. My mother’s substance use disorder created constant chaos. For all of those years, my life was my family’s life. I didn’t have my own. We basically had one, big, unhealthy life. When Mom was not doing well, I wasn’t doing well. I felt completely trapped in this life. I wish I could go back in time and give younger me a glimpse at my life today after I started my ACoA healing journey. I wish I could give that kind of confidence that I would have the life I have today. Because I can’t (unless you have a time-traveling something to loan me), I want you to know that I am living proof that you can create the life you can’t even imagine – if you get help and put in the work to heal and create the life you deserve and want. 10, 15, 20, 25 years ago, I could never have imagined my adult child of an alcoholic life would be what it is today.
Jody Lamb is an author, blogger and adult child of an alcoholic on a journey to create an awesome grownup life. Visit JodyLamb.com. Twitter and Instagram: @JodyMLamb. YouTube: /JodyLamb. Facebook.com/JodyLambAuthor.
Just saw this. Loved your post. I can relate completely. Good luck to you and thanks for sharing your journey with others who might benefit from your experience.
Jody, your journey of transformation is truly remarkable. Your words are a beacon of hope for others who may be trapped in a difficult past. Your story is a testament to the power of healing and creating a better future. Thank you for sharing your inspirational message.