I was a spectator on the sidelines of life, never a participant marching in the joyous parade of the living. I lived in fear of losing the addict to the disease of addiction. Watching the addict self-destruct made me resentful, and I lost the joy life had to offer. I perceived my life as one continuous nightmare. Then, with the help of my Higher Power, I found Nar-Anon. After my first meeting, I felt better. I did not understand many things that were said, but I could see that there were others in my shoes. They had experienced addiction, understood my problem, and yet they seemed happy…
*The Daily Reading is an extract from the SESH Book which forms part of Nar-Anon’s official literature. To order this book and others, please use this link.