In this episode, I talk to my friend and host of Sober Gratitudes Podcast, Sarah Elizabeth about staying sober during difficult times. We discuss how we deal with fear and uncertainty without alcohol and share our gratitude about being sober during this scary time.

We are lucky to have a program. Many of the principles and guidelines we learn in recovery are now being used by everyone; not just addicts.

We will get through this together, one day at a time.

If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) you don't have to feel like this anymore.

In this episode, my oldest son Max speaks candidly and bravely about what it was like living in with an alcoholic mom. He shares some of the painful and humiliating experiences he endured and explains how he coped with this difficult time in his life.

Most importantly, he shares what he has learned and how important it is for him to try and help others who might be in a similar situation. This is a very special episode that reinforces my gratitude. I am the luckiest mom in the world.

If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) you don't have to feel like this anymore.

My name is Leslie, and I am an alcoholic.

In this episode, I begin to scratch the surface of my story and share with you some of the deep, dark, and lonely places alcohol has taken me.

If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) you dont have to feel like this any more.

On this week's episode, I talk about the shame and guilt of being an alcoholic mom. The horrific mistakes I made like choosing alcohol over my kids, led to shame and guilt that flooded my veins.

The good news is, I've learned that even though I can't completely shut the door on those mistakes and have to be reminded of them from time to time, they do not have to dominate my life.

Addiction is stronger than love until the day you break free from the chains.

If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) you don't have to feel like this anymore.

In our second episode, I talk about my attempt at rehab and how a relapse led me to a place of surrender.

If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357). You dont have to feel like this any more.

My name is Leslie, and I am an alcoholic.

In this episode, I begin to scratch the surface of my story and share with you some of the deep, dark, and lonely places alcohol took me.

If you or someone you know needs help at this very minute please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) you dont have to feel like this any more.