In today’s episode we talk with Sarah who shares with us her long journey in dealing from afar with a friend's significant ongoing battles with alcoholism. 

In our chat, you’ll discover:

• The effect that trauma causes us with addiction
• Supporting a friend 
• The importance of connection and educating yourself around the meaning of addiction
• Acceptance of someone’s addiction provides you with peace

Just a heads-up and warning that this episode contains content which may be triggering for some of you as it covers discussions on trauma and alcoholism.

If you would like to speak to someone to get support you can call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14. For more information about support services available to you, visit our website https://www.podpage.com/lean-on-me/