Silent Presence is a podcast where people share personal stories of addiction, mental health, grief, hope and their journey moving forward.Why the name, "Silent Presence?" To me, "Silent Presence" means many things. There is a moment in everyone's life when they just need a person to listen. No talking, no reasoning, no opinions..just to be present to listen. Let me tell you...I've been there many times. On December 3, 2018 my life changed forever, This was the day that my son passed away from an accidental overdose. I have been fortunate to have people in my life who continue to support me through the most devastating moment in my life. Mental health and addiction are subjects that most people don't talk about to their family or friends. They're afraid of what someone will think or say so they remain silent. With this podcast, I hope to help break the silence. The Silent Presence Podcast will allow others to share their personal stories of addiction and mental illness and how it affected them.