Mary JensenJan 9, 20193 min readI’m not an addict, so why do I need recovery?Recovery from substance abuse is not just for the addict. It is an important part of maintaining your own sanity from the dysfunction of...
Mary JensenDec 1, 20183 min readHow often have you been disappointed by the addict in your life?With addiction comes disappointment. The promises broken far outweigh the promises kept. When you live with an addict or an alcoholic do...
Mary JensenJun 24, 20183 min readThe First Nar-Anon Meeting was SCARYWould I have to tell my entire story The first Nar-Anon meeting I went to was scary. Not because of the people I might meet there. It...
Mary JensenJun 1, 20184 min readForgiving the addict in your life and why you DON'T have toIt's difficult to forgive an addict. How do you forgive someone who caused so much hurt and created insurmountable chaos in your life...
Mary JensenMay 23, 20183 min readThe Addict's WifeWhat is it like to be the wife of an addict? To be the wife of an addict is not easy. And while there are some good days and some normal...