[debc]

Hi Fitz1991,

Welcome to the forum. There is loads of people on here all in the same situation, and great to chat to.

My Son is in Recovery, he lives at home with me. He says that when you are in recovery you become selfish and they need to be able to focus on themselves, especially in the early stages of recovery, perhaps this is why you feel he is pulling away from you at the moment.

Just give him time and just let him know you are there for him if he needs you.

I hope this helps just a little bit, there are other people who are far more experienced than I am, but joining this forum has really helped me.

Take care

Dx

[fitz1991]

Hi Debc,

I really appreciate your reply, and it’s interesting to hear your son admit that recovering addicts are and have to be selfish at this time.

Unfortunately my partner broke things off last weekend – it was explicit but his last message was very hurtful and he has spoken to me since (a week now). I’m utterly heartbroken about it, and managing a lot of guilt about it.

I’ve not reached out since last Saturday, in the hope that if I give him enough space for a while, he might come back when he is ready… I hope he does.

I hope your sons recovery is going well – he is lucky to have such great support.

Good luck to you both x

[lindyloo]

Hi all

Fitz, welcome to the forum. Im so sorry to hear of your troubles. You’re in good company here as we all have a loved one with substance abuse addiction.

I hope you find the advice and support you need, either from others here, or the forum home page.

I wish you well.

Debc , just to say it’s been a good two weeks. Son is attending meetings again and spoken to sponsor. Fingers crossed ????

Hopefully you’re having a peaceful time too.

Lx

[debc]

Hi Lindyloo,

Great news, I am so pleased for you, and for your Son, long may it continue.

All good here, fingers crossed, day by day.

Take care

Dx

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