When you find yourself involved in the co-dependency paradigm which includes the maze of pain, frustration and fear you might feel it would be easier to just put your life and happiness on hold. All your time, attention, and resources become focused on the alcoholic/addict in your life. Your major quest becomes figuring out what ...…
Each day it gets more difficult to see beyond your present situation. It is their hope and prayer that, if it would just stop, their lives will return to normal. Co-dependents must be willing to look beyond what they have done and be willing to experience a new possibility. Today is the call for you ...…
Many people have difficulty understanding why some people put up with and stay in an addictive environment for so long. “Why did you stay?” “I just can’t imagine putting up with all that craziness for all those years!” The main reason co-dependents stay is because they know in their heart that the person that they ...…
The person who is having a problem with alcohol/drugs is unable to see how their abusive behaviors are affecting their lives and the lives of their loved ones! Once the invisible line into addiction has been crossed, the alcoholic/addict has to take on a defensive posture called denial in order to continue to drink/use. Addiction ...…
Another question to consider: “Why does it feel as if the alcoholic/addict is always pulling the rug out from underneath you?” Especially, if he/she really loves you. Living with someone who is active in their addiction can be very difficult and stressful. Many co-dependents spend years living in an alcohol/drug environment that is filled with ...…
