In this mental health & addiction recovery story, Adriana Sansam shares how her husband’s four‑year sober streak ended in relapse and fatal accidental overdose — and how she chose to stay “just for today” so she can stay sober for her children and rebuild their family life.
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Key talking points:
1. Adriana Sansam lost her husband Eric to a heroin overdose in 2023 after years of high-functioning addiction.
2. Eric had been sober for over four years before relapsing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
3. Adriana discovered his heroin use after finding a needle early in their relationship.
4. Despite multiple relapses, Eric often asked for help and wanted to recover.
5. He struggled with childhood trauma, grief, and untreated mental health issues.
6. Adriana supported him through detoxes while raising three young children.
7. After Eric’s death, Adriana faced intense grief and suicidal thoughts.
8. She found the phrase “Just for Today” in his recovery journal, which helped her stay alive.
9. Adriana chose to break the silence around addiction and now shares her story publicly.
10. She advocates for open conversations, support for loved ones, and living with honesty and hope.
00:00 Introduction and Content Warning
00:36 Meet Adriana Sansam
01:25 How Adriana Met Eric
04:12 Discovering Eric's Addiction
08:22 Eric's Relapse During COVID
17:28 Living with an Addict
30:39 Eric's Final Days
36:39 The Moment of Realization
38:37 Breaking the News to the Children
40:21 Coping with Daily Life
45:22 The Struggle with Addiction
48:22 Finding Support and Sharing the Story
57:38 Living with Grief and Finding Joy
01:16:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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