Joseph shares the story of Diane, whose husband, Marcus, struggles with heavy drinking. Though Marcus maintained his responsibilities, his drinking created emotional chaos at home. Diane reached a turning point when she realized she was more focused on his sobriety than her own sanity. Joseph outlines three key shifts that helped Diane reclaim peace: from over-responsibility to shared ownership, from emotional reaction to grounded response, and from fixing to witnessing. These shifts allowed her to loveMarcus without losing herself. Diane’s calm, steady presence eventually helpedMarcus face his own choices. This episode offers hope and guidance for families walking with a loved one in addiction. You’ll learn how to stay close without collapsing and why your peace might be the very thing that inspires change.