Lee Crowhurst
Lee Crowhurst
03 Alcoholic Christmas prt 1
03 Alcoholic Christmas prt 1
03 Alcoholic Christmas prt 1
Tuesday 8th December 2020
Lee Crowhurst shares his chaotic Christmases with his alcoholic mother, shedding light on the impact of alcoholism and the need for self-care and boundaries.
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Get the buttons here!A Not-So-Merry Christmas: Coping with an Alcoholic Parent During the Holidays
She used to drink herself into oblivion and by about four o'clock she would collapse and then it would go back into normal routine.
The festive season is often painted as a time of joy and togetherness, but for Lee Crowhurst, it was anything but. In this episode of 'My Alcoholic Mother', Lee recounts the tumultuous Christmases he endured with his alcoholic mother. Picture this: the day starts with a seemingly innocent family ritual of toast, but quickly spirals into chaos as his mother dives into her drinking and smoking habits. Christmas dinner? A disaster.
Lee often found himself making excuses for his mother's erratic behavior, trying to shield the family from the harsh reality. One year, he saved up to buy her a special gift, only for her to throw it back at him. The holidays, meant to be filled with cheer, became just another excuse for his mother to drink herself into oblivion.
This episode doesn't just recount painful memories; it highlights the severe impact of alcoholism on families and stresses the importance of self-care and setting boundaries. If you're grappling with similar issues, Lee's story offers a poignant mix of empathy and practical advice.