Story Submission Form: The Family Case Files

Thank you for your courage.

This space is for families who have walked the hard, complicated path of loving someone in addiction. Your story can be anonymous. It doesn’t have to be polished. It just has to be real.

I may use these stories in the paid subscriber series where I explore what real-world love, boundaries, harm reduction, and survival look like in families like ours.

You are not alone. You never were.

Your Name (First name only is okay)

Email (So we can reach out if Needed)

Would you like this submission to remain anonymous?

Yes

Who is your story about? (Child, spouse, sibling, friend, parent, etc.)

What part of the journey are you writing about? (Check all that apply)

Early signs and denial

Active addiction

loving someone who is unhoused

Relapse after treatment

Recovery and rebuilding

Grief and loss

Supporting someone in jail or rehab

Living with guilt or anger

Setting or struggling with boundaries

Other:

Your Story

Share what you're comfortable with. It can be a moment, a season, or the whole messy truth.

What would you want other families to know if they're where you were?

Advice, encouragement, or just what you wish someone had told you.

Is there anything you don't want me to include if I share this story?

Specific details, names, locations, etc

Are you open to me reaching out for follow-up or deeper conversation?

Yes

Maybe later

By submitting this form, you are giving Brandi Mac permission to review and potentially share your story as part of the series. Submissions may be edited for clarity, anonymity, and formatting. If selected for publication, identifying details will be changed or omitted to protect your privacy.

Submitting your story does guarantee publication. Brandi reserves the right to respectfully decline any submission that may cause harm, trigger trauma, or violate ethical storytelling guidelines.

This form is a substitute for therapy, legal advice, or emergency support. If you or someone you love is in crisis, please reach out to a mental health professional or emergency services in your area.

Thank you for trusting me with your truth. Every story matters—and yours could be the one that helps someone else feel less alone.