Things I Can't Say
The podcast for things families whisper, not post. Breaking the silence on family, mental health, and the struggles we keep hidden.
Things I Can't Say
Season 1: Episode 16 - This Hurts
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Annie Willems
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Season 1
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Episode 16
In this deeply personal and emotional episode, Annie shares her struggles and vulnerabilities as a parent dealing with her son's meth addiction. She reflects on the challenges of maintaining a filtered presence on social media while being more open in this space. Annie discusses her son's life, his manipulative behavior to maintain comfort, and the impact of his addiction on their family. She expresses her fears for her daughter's safety, the lack of accountability from authorities, and her own feelings of helplessness and despair.