Mary Cosby reflects on the challenging balance of sharing her son’s struggles publicly on ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’, stating, 'It’s a fine line between putting your kids out there and then protecting them.' Throughout the emotional episode, she held an open conversation with her son about his drug use, revealing that 'you've got to be real, you've got to talk to me.' The candidness of the discussion marked a pivotal moment for their relationship.
In a particularly moving moment, her son explained to Mary, 'I’ve been using drugs recreationally since I turned 16,' detailing his experiences with substances like Xanax and cocaine. His emotional admission was rooted in pain, as he candidly shared, 'I felt like a stain' and that his mother was 'the only reason' he didn't take his life. Mary's poignant response emphasized her love and support while holding firm on the need for change.
After airing the episode, Cosby expressed gratitude for the overwhelming positive reception from viewers: 'I went into it in the unknown of how it was going to be received, and when it was received in such a positive light, people responded (with) love and it touched them.' Her willingness to share such personal family issues seemed to resonate widely, highlighting the importance of openness and support in dealing with mental health.
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