Julie Sanford

Married to Addiction

Julie Sanford

  • Episode 14: 5 Things I Wish I Had Done Differently When My Husband Was in Active Addiction

Episode 14: 5 Things I Wish I Had Done Differently When My Husband Was in Active Addiction

Tuesday 6th July 2021

Julie Sanford reflects on five things she wishes she had done differently during her husband's active addiction in this episode of 'Married to Addiction'.
30 minutes
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Married to Addiction
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Julie Sanford
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5 Regrets and Lessons from a Wife of an Alcoholic

I know without a doubt that I am in the place that I am now because God is good and because he is the god of restoration.
Have you ever looked back and wished you had done things differently? Julie Sanford, host of 'Married to Addiction', takes a heartfelt look at her past experiences with her husband's active addiction. In this episode, she opens up about five crucial things she wishes she had handled differently. Julie's candid reflections provide a window into the challenges many wives face when dealing with an alcoholic spouse.
She talks about the toll on mental health, both hers and her husband's, and how understanding the physiological and psychological aspects of addiction changed her perspective. Julie also stresses the importance of letting go of control and focusing on her own well-being and that of her children. She shares how finding a supportive community made a world of difference in her journey. And, she highlights the vital role faith played in helping her through the darkest times.
This episode is a compassionate guide for anyone navigating similar struggles, offering practical advice and emotional support from someone who’s been there.