If you’re wondering whether it’s “safe” to take a drink in front of someone in recovery, you’re showing you care. Someone in your life has struggled with alcohol addiction and fought to become sober. You want to be supportive. Thanks for that! Let’s examine some key considerations to help you navigate this situation, together with …
The world of non-alcoholic drinks is both exciting and never-ending. Whether you’re fighting for sobriety, have recently decided to take a break from alcohol, or want a list of alcohol-free drinks to support loved ones struggling with addiction, you have lots of options. You might be looking for a booze-free drink you can sip on …
If you’re trying to communicate with someone who is struggling with an alcohol addiction, the way you speak is really important. What you say matters, too, but if you say things in a way that puts up their guard and makes it hard for them to hear you, then what’s the point? So, if your …
In case you’ve been living under a rock, it’s really hard to stop drinking. That’s why alcoholics aren’t able to just flip a switch and stop drinking, in most cases at least. By the time an alcoholic admits they have a drinking problem, they’ve probably already gotten themselves accustomed to all sorts of mental gymnastics …
The internet is filled with resources to learn about alcoholism, and there are probably plenty of local resources at places like your library, your local government, and more. Here’s a quick list of some places you can go for trustworthy information to learn more about alcoholism, problem drinking, addiction, and more. 5. Your Local Library …
You’ve made a big decision to register for rehab, and it’s just about time, and you’re working on sorting out some of your affairs before you go. If you can relate to this, you may find this article helpful. Previously, we’ve discussed how to tell your friends you’re going to rehab, and telling your family …
If somebody close to you has relapsed on alcohol, or you think they’re getting close to doing so, this can take quite a toll on you, not just on them. It’s widely discussed how a relapse can affect your loved one, but how it can affect you isn’t discussed as often. Here’s some helpful information …
Dating a functional alcohol can be a tricky thing because, unless you pay attention to their drinking habits or they talk to you about it, it’s possible you might not even be able to tell, especially if they’ve gotten really good at hiding it. Generally speaking, a functional alcoholic is somebody who drinks often enough, …
When somebody close to you is struggling with alcohol, it can be very difficult for you in a number of different ways. You should not feel guilty for taking some time to think about yourself, in fact, it will make it easier for you to take care of them if that’s what you choose to …
One of the things that people with alcoholism will hear all the time is that they need to reach out for help, that there is support available to them, and that they should open up about their addiction with somebody that they love. But what if you’re the person that an alcoholic reaches out to? …
