I came across your podcast after a google search of my husband drinks too much beer. The first episode I listened to was March of 2021 (I think) of an interview with a woman should I stay or go. It hit home. I have never really thought of leaving. We will be married 30 years next month. But it’s been years of too much drinking. Lately, it has been bothering me more and more. I decided to listen from the beginning. I never felt compelled to leave a review until I got to the Letter to my ex husband episode. It brought me to tears. Again, I have no thoughts to leave but your vulnerability and honesty and love can be felt right through the radio of my truck. A few weeks ago, things got me to a point where I told him I’m not sure how much more of this my heart can handle. He made a call, visited with someone at his jobs employee assistance group, and it ends there. He’s not very open, but did say they told him they don’t think he needs rehab. He knows he has a problem but I don’t see too much else as far as him getting help. I know how difficult that call and visit was for him. I am trying to give him the grace and time he needs, but in the meantime, I have decided it is time for me to work on me. Thank you for giving me some courage and advice. I will continue to listen to the rest of the episodes every chance I get. And I am considering looking into all of your programs. You are a gift.

I started listening a few years ago after I was so drained from this and started googling about being married to a man who had an alcohol addiction. I feel so grateful that those right search terms pulled up a web site that led me to here. I work from home and listen all day to these podcasts on hard days. I’ve done a ton of work on myself. I’m still in this marriage and I am so grateful that Michelle is so good about saying that it’s okay if you stay and it’s okay to change your mind. I love that. I feel like so many places I’ve turned to for help (friends, family etc) are not understanding. So grateful for this podcast

I just have to say I’m so glad I found you two..as I’m 6 yrs in a relationship with a man that’s a addict and I can tell you listening to Paige I finally have someone that I can relate too because I feel crazy most days because of the manipulation,I feel like I’m loosing my mind with this man and he is in denial that he isn’t using when I have clear evidence which makes me even more crazy in my head …I could go on but I just need to say thank you for this I finally have someone that I can relate too ..and pray daily he will someday come out of this before I have to walk away !

I have enjoyed this podcast so much. I finally feel like I’m not alone.

Her podcast was my lifeline in 2020. At that time married 35 years and had to say no more to the crazy cycle of addiction. I learned so much from her. I learned about addiction and the behaviors. I developed compassion for myself when all I knew was compassion for everyone else. I accepted I was co dependent. I have continued to grow and learn and I would say do has my AH. One thing I’d share is this- if I can change, so can my AH. Love to you Michelle- so happy you’re back 💕

I cannot begin to tell you how life changing it has been for me listening to your podcast. I’ve lived in confusion for 6 1/2 years with my alcoholic BF. I am finally able to see the light and have made the decision to break off our relationship for good, once and for all! However, the transition is difficult, as I need him to move out. I am the only one on the lease to the apartment, as I rented it during one of our breakup periods. I’ve told him I wanted him out asap and have given him a Nov 15th deadline. I’m going to sign up for your program as I need help during this very difficult transition period.

It felt so good to know I was not the cause of my spouses alcoholism. For so long he told me that I was the cause and sadly I believed it. I was speechless when I heard my first podcasts. It was like she was reading my mind. It literally gives you the nuggets to decide if you feel staying is the best for your situation or leaving. Not only does it give you the nuggets to help you make informed decisions but gives real life examples on how to implement this in either decision. Michelle you have been a blessing to me and so many others!!!

Michelle’s podcasts are so healing, to know you are not alone. I wish she would continue but understand that life takes over. Thanks again.

I found this podcast at the right time! It has been so great listening. I scrolled all the way back to the beginning and haven’t stopped listening! It’s been the reassurance that I so desperately need! This is NOT and easy road and to know I’m not alone nor crazy has just been fresh air! Great content!

I love Michelle and these episodes. Almost every one hits me right where I need it. I’m finally not alone. And I’m not crazy. And I’m not all bad for reacting the way I have to the chaos around me. Thank you, Michelle and guests. I miss new episodes and am sad that recordings ended.

I was at my lowest point in dealing with my partner and his alcohol addiction. I found this podcast, played it non stop and cried often because I felt like someone finally understood what I was going through. Michelle has a calming voice and the best advice through her own experience and research. I hope she’s doing good-haven’t seen any new episodes ):

It’s as if Michelle is a fly on my wall, watching and telling my story. Wish I would have found this podcast sooner. It’s nice to have someone that gets it, experienced it, and is here to help you through it.

So grateful to have found something that encourages me through what feels like a battle for my family

What a beautiful and helpful podcast. I look forward to listening and learning more.

I found this podcast while searching for resources to help me as the lid blew off my husband’s alcohol addiction and he entered treatment. I didn’t realize how much his disease had broke and consumed me until he was gone. Listening daily from the very early episodes, Michelle’s guidance has made me realize how very separate my recovery is from my husband’s, and how very important it is that I remember the strong and resilient woman I was before the addiction took over. I’m so grateful for her wisdom and her willingness to share it with with those of us who are learning baby steps again. Thank you thank you

I use this podcast as a therapist working with families who have a loved one in treatment. It helps me understand concepts and gives me ideas on how to communicate them to others.

So grateful for Michelle’s bright, honest, and even humorous podcasts. I listen and listen again. She’s like a good friend telling me what I need to hear.

I am so grateful for this program and podcast. My husband is currently in rehab and this has given me the strength to get back to ME and put what I have worked for, my business and my finances over addiction. I am getting my Agency back. I do not know know what is going to happen but I’m not scared to set my boundaries. I am not responsible for addiction, I don’t have the key to fix it, I never have and I never will. Thank you!

I’ve been struggling for so long… I don’t feel alone tonight.

I have just found this podcast and I am quickly listening to all the older episodes. I feel heard and understood in a way I haven’t in years since I haven’t shared my story with friends or family due to the embarrassment and helpless feeling. This podcast has empowered me to make the changes I know in my gut are necessary. Finally, I am unstuck. Thank you!

How many of us listened to these podcasts after the kids were in bed as we emptied the dishwasher and stood there frozen as we heard our actual lives described? Thank you (more than you’ll ever know) for being a voice women like us can turn to when we’ve felt like there isn’t anyone in the world who would understand the everyday realities and how it actually feels to be married to an alcoholic. Michelle can talk to us like no one else can because she has stood in our shoes. I’d say many of us listened to these podcasts when no other soul in the world knew of our sufferings at home. Michelle’s insights offer immense comfort as well as real, applicable strategies for empowerment and as I am now finally brave enough to be pursuing.... freedom. Thank you Michelle. I have never met you but I consider you my friend.

Michelle, Thank you for this. That’s all I can really say. Thank you for this work that you have done to help us. I am currently binging every episode and I will write a more detailed review later. All I can say for now is that you and your show are exactly what I need❤️

Lisa, thank you for your vulnerability and honesty in this podcast. You were the first person I found when searching for help with my AH. For the first time I heard someone say the words I had been feeling for so long. This podcast has helped me so much and given me so much comfort. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

I just finished my first 2 of your podcasts and everything sounds so shockingly familiar. The second one I listened to was your personal story of when you got divorced. I was hoping you’d expand on that year that you took to plan your exit and what you did in that year to plan/how did you save the money since he was controlling/how you paid a lawyer and where did you go? Perhaps that is in a future episode? Thank you for all that you do.

I stumbled across your podcasts fall of 2020, I felt so sad and depressed and alone at that time, I couldn’t stop listening to the podcasts from the beginning. I felt like I was finally in a place where I was able to feel connected. I listened to all the podcasts every Sunday when they came out. I couldn’t wait for Sunday morning. I listened to the last podcast on my drive to visit my daughter that lives several hours away, and I cried. I actually listened to the final podcast 2 times on my drive. I have purchased 2 programs, and the beautiful book, that Michelle put together. Michelle has been such a calming influence to me, and I feel a sense of sisterhood with her and the community. Thank you Michelle and her team for such wonderful words and so much advice and care. I miss you and you new podcasts, but grateful for all the ones you have. Best of luck on your new adventures.

I stumbled across your podcast one day while painting my bedroom two yrs ago. It was a weekday and I’d called in “sick” to work because I just couldn’t do it that day. My husband had been on a bender and I was searching for help (for me). I’ve tuned in almost every day since then. I cannot begin to describe how your podcast helped me. I’d come to a crossroads, after 35 yrs with this man (an alcoholic with a gambling problem who has a slight interest in porn), that maybe it was time for ME. So, that day when I entered a search for podcasts the first one I clicked was Love Over Addiction and I believe it was a God send. You’ve helped me realize that its OK to focus on myself. Its OK to let go of my husband and its OK to love me. I’d been so mentally abused that I felt guilty about my “search” that day. THANK YOU and thank your team for making me stronger and for helping so many of us who probably would never have asked for help otherwise. The time I’ve spent with your podcast is MY time and I looked forward to it. I hope we cross paths again some day. Please know I am not looking back! Its onward and upward from here and you have been a catalyst for me. THANK YOU AGAIN and I hope to read a book you’ve written soon! 🤓

Listening to my first episode, extremely helpful to be broaching these tender subjects and bringing them to light making people feel less alone. Shame can’t live in the light of day! But how hard would it be to invest in better sound equipment? Also, the interviewer could ask more concise questions instead of lengthy detailed hypotheticals did this happen.

Thank you Michelle, I cannot express adequately how much this podcast has meant to me, just thank you, deeply. I will hold you in my heart and wish you so much abundance and peace.

Wow! When I heard this episode, it almost felt like I was the one telling the story. I have finally set him free, I’m sure his side piece is happy now they get to be together and no longer have to hide from me. Addiction will make you believe that someone who loves you for who you are and doesn’t “control” you is the right one for you. Patching my wounds one day at a time while I raised our daughters. Maybe one day he will see how much this hurt, until then I will continue to do my best to the best mom for them. Thank you for this.

I had no idea about this podcast until came across your website one day while I was desperate for help. I bought your info and it helped me greatly. this podcast has been life saving. I cannot tell you how many times I listened over and over again, and was comforted. for just moments I was reminded that I am not alone and that other woman are going through the exact same thing. It made me feel less lonely while I continue to love my husband who struggles with addiction. I nearly ended my life because of all the trauma and difficultly. I’m thankful I’m still here and now I am doing all I can to get well and healthy for myself. thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your story and for being brave enough to help woman like me who so desperately need a friend who can truly understand. I will forever be grateful for you and wish you the very best in your season to come. heartbroken but always hopeful. #hopegetsthelastword 🙏🏽💜

You have been a great support to me for so long! Sometimes it was just the sound of your voice I needed. THANK YOU!!!

I found this podcast late last year and always come back to it when my Boyfriend starts drinking again. This podcast has been the only thing to help me calm down when things get bad. Thank you for making me feel sane again and for helping me find the strength to do what is in my best interest. I see that you are ending the show, and I completely respect that. I’m just so glad you put this podcast together because it can still live on to help others even if new episodes aren’t being made. <3

This podcast changed my life. I will miss you and I mourn the loss of losing this podcast but I am forever grateful for everything. With all love and respect. Thank you for your wisdom and encouragement. My life is better because of you.

I recently stumbled upon your podcast and I cannot believe you are leaving. I realize that with your “new life” you can’t keep dwelling on your past life but your past life is why you are hope for many of us. For myself, like for many your podcasts are my safe haven when things are bad at home. I am amazed how “lost” I suddenly find myself knowing you won’t be broadcasting anymore.

Thank you

I am the mother of an alcoholic and learned about this podcast from my loving daughter-in-law. She has taken a class and I’ve taken the parent class. It’s absolutely amazing how dedicated You are Michelle to this mission! Our family has been on this roller coaster ride for over a year now. It seems much longer! You have a great sense of duty and strength for such a young person. Sending thanks and prayers for everything you do.... you’re an angel.

I am so sad that you are ending this podcast! So many days your podcast has raised my spirits, educated me, encouraged me, and was a bright light in the sadness and darkness of loving someone with addiction! I pray that someone else will take up your fight to help out those of us who have very few other places to go for encouragement! God bless and I totally understand your decision! I pray God will bless you in whatever your next adventure will be!

This podcast has been the one thing that I always know I can count on-when things are hard and impossible to face the one thing that helped me through was finding this podcast and knowing I AM NOT ALONE!! I love that O can always go back and listen again and again-I might take a little something different away depending on where I am in my journey. Thank you so much for making this podcast and starting this amazing community.

As a mental health provider and 12-step recovery participant I have been very impressed by this podcast. I share it with all of my clients who are in intimate relationships with someone suffering from the disease of addiction. It’s loving and supportive … filled with great tips, tools and suggestions.

Michelle has great information and I often feel like it could be me talking but I wish she would try to follow an agenda or some bullet points or something. Sometimes the episode is half over before she starts the topic. Too many distractions for her to keep on point can be frustrating for the listener (this one, anyway).

This podcast, 2/20/22 was just beautiful. I loved it! It is my story almost to the T! My divorce is final in March. Thank you Michelle and team for loving this area in life enough and creating this program!

This is exactly what I’ve been looking for. A place to find help for ME! We all have different stories but the same core issues. I’ve already started a few Boundaries. And I was amazed to find out I was already looking for safe places and activities that made me happy when my drunk husband wasn’t happy. You and your team are truly a blessing!! Thank you for having the courage to speak up for all of us!!

5 minutes into a podcast episode and I feel seen and heard. I’m hurting, confused, scared and blame myself for not understanding or being strong enough to leave. This resource is invaluable to me. Thank you for speaking out.

I’m extremely thankful for this podcast. I have binge listened non stop. She is exactly talking to me and my experience with my husband. This is a godsend. I’m so so thankful for every single minute of every episode.

I have NEVER in my life felt so much empowerment and love and acceptance from another person until I found this community. Highly recommend this podcast to anyone who goes through the trauma of being with someone who struggles with addiction. I love Michelle, her words her stories her voice her honesty her ability to relate and most of all her strength!

If your partner suffers from any kind of addiction, please try this podcast. I am a 56 year old woman who has been married nearly 30 yrs to a good man who suffers from alcoholism. For years I felt powerless over my husband’s alcoholism (and angry, and sad). I also felt like I was crazy! Thankfully, I stumbled on Love over Addiction during an especially difficult time. Michelle Lisa Anderson will not tell you how to get your partner sober. To the contrary we learn it’s totally up to them to do that. Also, she won’t tell you to leave or stay in your marriage, no judgment either way! But she does give you tons of very concrete advice on really life-saving (for you) stuff like how to set boundaries. She herself is a survivor and is filled with compassion. You will feel like she is personally there cheering you on — and giving you real talk. She is also warm, funny, and even laughs at herself. We are NOT powerless if our partner struggles with addiction. Thanks to Michelle I have found myself again and am on the road to healing. Please, give a gift to yourself this holiday season and listen to this (free) podcast! (P.s. her program “Stay or Go” is excellent.)

From the time my Alcoholic Husband was in rehab, I started listening to the Love Over Addiction Podcasts (and then also joined the Stay or Go Program), and I continue to listen on a nearly daily basis, because it calms me down and helps me stay level-headed as I’m navigating the chaos. My husband and I are now in the process of Legal Separation, but there is still so much I need to learn about how to heal, keep my priorities straight, and deal with him. I am so grateful for Michelle’s calm voice, her vulnerability and honesty, her challenging but gentle advice, and how practical and empowering this podcast is! Thank you, Michelle, for dedicating your life to helping women like me, for shining light so brightly on a path forward. May God bless your efforts and multiply your reach!

This podcast gives me the encouragement I need to keep moving forward. When I listen, I feel like the words of my heart are echoed back to me, and it makes me feel like I’m not alone. The stories give me hope for a healthy and happy future and the courage to make positive changes.

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Michelle’s experience and compassion shine through her recordings. They are so raw and relatable. Her stories take me right back to very similar memories and I feel like someone out there understands me and my pain.I have felt alone in this for so long. I have family and friends who support me and would do anything for me but they don’t really know how it feels to love somebody who does not have the capacity to love you back despite all your efforts and history and sacrifice and devotion and adoration and I could go on and on. I listen to her podcast and knowing that someone out there has gone through the same thing and come out the other side of it and learned how to build on that foundation of pain and self doubt is inspiring. Motivating. Life changing. I am becoming a warrior goddess who rises up and takes charge of my life and my happiness. This podcast gives me strength. Michelle and her team are doing something very powerful and they will never know the magnitude of the rippling effect. God bless and thank you. ~J.W.