Do Things Feel Out of Control?

If you're feeling overwhelmed because you need to keep everything under control - here's some relief.

When we love someone suffering from addiction, we may fear our future. And when we become fearful, we naturally grasp for control. 

I tried to control everything when I was in a relationship with a good man suffering from addiction. 

I thought if I could control his behavior, I could help him get sober. And if he got sober, I wouldn't feel so afraid all the time. 

Can you relate?

The more your loved one suffers from addiction, the more out of control your life can feel.

But when we can let go of our plans for the future and stop trying so hard to help get our loved ones sober, it allows space to find something else... healing. 

What happens when we let go of control?