Terri Peters reflects on her journey to sobriety and its beneficial effects on her relationship with her two teenagers, ages 17 and 15. She candidly shares how alcohol had become her go-to stress relief while raising her children, a habit deeply influenced by societal pressures. Admitting past mistakes and her struggles, she emphasizes that embracing sobriety has been a transformative decision, enabling her to show her kids the value of handling life's challenges without resorting to alcohol. Peters advocates for open communication about parenting errors and personal growth.
Being sober has fundamentally shifted how I relate to my kids and has shown them that we can handle life's challenges without turning to alcohol.
I realized that my previous relationship with alcohol was a coping mechanism that led to more issues than it solved, affecting my parenting and mental health.
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