Life situation

I'm struggling with an addiction

Thirty-eight years by the pool

Awaiting theological review

connected with

SaintSaint Augustine of Hippo →Early Christian source
In his Confessions, Augustine describes years of feeling chained by a habit he could not break — and the day grace set him free.
SaintSaint Monica →Tradition
His mother prayed for him for years, without giving up. Many families of people with addictions turn to her.
Catholic practiceWhy do Catholics confess to a priest? →Interpretation
Life situationI'm ashamed of something I've done →Interpretation