My friend was a heavy drug user and I felt in some way that I had to be the one to support him and help him out as he didn't have anyone else. I took this on and to be honest it was way too much. I could not fix him and it became such a struggle. I felt like I was his parent and I was constantly focusing on how I could help and make him better.
I finally reached out to PSL and I am so glad I did. I was supported, given helpful information which I could share with my friend and I was able to learn about boundaries and looking after myself which I had not been doing. Yes, I still see and support my friend but in a healthy way, it is not consuming my lifestyle anymore which has been a godsend. I think if I had carried on I would have just burnt out so massive thank you to PSL and how they have helped me.
"Support for my friend"
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