It's so wild how much your family relationships change when you get sober. Mine were a little… strained for a while there, and I really thought some things would never heal. But man, seeing how proud my mom is of me now and how much we actually TALK is such a gift. It's not perfect but it's so much better. It's a reminder that recovery isn't just about you, it really ripples out to everyone around you. It’s hard work, but worth it to mend those connections. Keep showing up, you're doing amazing things