Mom, Are You Ok?
Stories about struggling with addiction are all around us, that’s why it’s so important that we share these stories. It could happen to any one of us.
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Hello, I wanted to let you know I am still sober and doing well after 2 & 1/2 years. I love my family and I love my life. It is so wonderful to feel so free! If anyone is struggling with Anxiety / depression and trying to self medicated with any substance, please know there is help out there. Do not give up, do not stop searching!
Many Blessings,
Barb Mazzola
I needed to see this video a lot!! Thank you for sharing your experiences!! I went to the Milestones Malibu Ranch site to look for help. I found your video on there and watched. That may end up being where I seek treatment. Thank you again for sharing!!
amazing and important episode….thank you so for telling your story…you are indeed very brave..and very strong…
This show really hit home with me. Having gone through some similar situations. I loved this families honesty and dedication to each other. You sensed the long journey they have gone through and they are stronger for it. I have watched the episode 4 times and I needed to reach for the tissue every time. Keep up the good work Barbara!
Dear Barb and Danny:
I am so happy for you. I cried when I watched the video. Barb, you are so strong, thank you for sharing your story. I am so happy you received the treatment that you needed so much.
I love that the end of the segment included reactions from her children, and that her husband shows his strength by mentioning his reliance on God. Truly amazing people.
I remember when I had my second child and my first was still too young for pre-school, and I felt like I could drown at any moment. I was part of a Mom’s Group, and having a community of women who understood my lows and helped pull me back up were vital, I believe, to helping me manage the stress of it all.
Parenthood involves moments of extreme emotional highs and lows. I don’t believe parenthood causes addiction, but that becoming a parent can highlight character flaws. If they aren’t managed, they can sink you.
Wow. Thank you Barbara for sharing your story with us. I was moved to tears by your courage and the love that surrounds you. May you and your family have all the joy and peace that you deserve.