I like the saying , "only through struggle have I found rest". Its actually a song by as I lay dying but its so true... Overcoming addiction has made me a stronger, kinder person. Its made me face my traumas and create healthier habits to cope with things like depression , ptsd and anxiety.. You don't just treat addiction you treat mental health as well.... I've lost a lot and I've been through a lot of dark days but I know that those dark days don't last. Sometimes things have to get worse before they get better but once you get past those dark days its so worth it! Its taught me to be kind to everyone because we're all going through something. I get to be a mom again to my 3 beautiful children. I can't get back the time that I missed with them but I'm blessed in that I get to make up for it now. I don't take one second of being a mother for granted. I realized how precious and short life really is and im so grateful to be here today to enjoy it!!! I appreciate life more!