Dallas, TX - We all have either known someone or struggled personally with addiction. It destroys relationships, careers and lives if not confronted successfully. Ervin Lee is familiar with the toll addiction can take. He discusses what happened in his life when alcohol was his coping mechanism of choice.

Ervin goes on to deliver a message of hope for anyone who is struggling with addiction and he shares some thoughtful insight for those of us who are trying to find the best way to come alongside and support a loved one who is trapped in the cycle of addiction.

“It’s the love factor.” Ervin’s message is simple. When someone is mired in the lies, abuse and collateral damage of addiction, love can pull them out. Love is a powerful tool. It’s comforting but it is also convicting. It lifts people up and creates the accountability that someone struggling with addiction desperately needs.

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