Co-hosts Michael and Ann chat about what alcoholism does to those who are addicted to alcohol and to those who are in close relationships with them.

The conversation starts with an Open Letter to my Family 

I am an alcoholic. I need help.

Don’t allow me to lie to you and accept it for the truth, for in so doing, you encourage me to lie. The truth may be painful but get at it.

Don’t let me outsmart you. This only teaches me to avoid responsibility and to lose respect for you at the same time.

Don’t let me exploit you or take advantage of you. In so doing, you become an accomplice to my evasion of responsibility...

https://www.aacle.org/an-open-letter-to-my-family/

If you think that Al-Anon  could help you cope with someone else’s problem drinking then you can phone 1300 252 666 or go to their website al-anon.org.au

#Alcoholism #Al-Anon #Recovery

If you would like more information about Alcoholics Anonymous, they can be contacted on 1300 222 222 or go online at aa.org.au

The Living Free show may involve discussion of topics such as suicide, mental illness, self-harm and family violence. Please practise self-care and care of others when listening.