Hard drugs and love!!!

Today, I’ll be discussing love and addiction to hard drugs. Is it possible for drug addiction and love to coexist?

A few weeks ago, I met a young man who shared his six-year battle with drug addiction and the devastation it brought to his life. Beyond losing precious time, he lost two well-paying jobs, “smoked his car” (meaning he sold his car and spent all the money on drugs), and ultimately lost a four-year relationship with his then-girlfriend. According to him, drug addiction and true love simply do not mix.

He recounted how an old school friend introduced him to crack. He never imagined he would become addicted—he just tried it once, then again, and before he knew it, he was hooked. For six years, he was trapped in a cycle of dependency until he miraculously broke free after encountering God’s word and receiving the Holy Spirit.

This former addict explained that his family took him to the best rehabilitation centres available, yet he could not escape the grip of addiction until he was spiritually transformed.

Love is the strongest form of emotion, connecting two or more people, and in some cases, even objects. It is the bond that keeps us together, the most powerful emotion known to humankind. On the other hand, addiction is the inability to stop engaging in a harmful activity—in this case, drug addiction and its impact on relationships.

It is often said that love conquers all, but this may not hold true when a partner or spouse becomes addicted to hard drugs. At such times, it may be wiser to take a step back from the relationship or marriage and love from a distance—unless you are a trained caregiver for addicts or a certified professional.

The reason is simple: individuals battling addiction often become deeply selfish, prioritising their next high above all else. They may go to extreme lengths, even selling their only home, land, or valuables, just to sustain their habit.

The best form of love and care you can offer a partner struggling with drug addiction is to first pray for divine intervention, as life is inherently spiritual. Secondly, seek professional help by finding reputable rehabilitation centres. Most importantly, never enable their addiction—do not give them money in the name of love, as this will only worsen the situation. In some cases, distancing yourself from the relationship may be necessary, and in extreme circumstances, ending it altogether may be the best option, no matter how painful it may seem.

Avoid experimenting with drugs or narcotics, as they will only destroy everything valuable—your health, wealth, and relationships. This is why drugs have been aptly termed “the devil’s candy.”

Stay away from HARD DRUGS—they are far more dangerous than they appear.

Do you feel me?

By Sharoneez Emephia