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[quote=Anonymous]The definition of an alcoholic is somebody who can't stop drinking.  I know that sounds obvious but think of it this way.

If you knew that a habit you had would possibly lead to your death, would you stop?
If you knew that a habit you had causes conflict in your marriage, would you stop?
If you knew that a habit you had was embarrassing to your children, would you stop?
If you knew that a habit you had could impact your ability to work negatively, would you stop?

Of course you would.  Unless you can't stop.

My point is this:  alcoholics find and shape enablers.  They go together like peanut butter and jelly.  This isn't about "blame", this is about a dynamic that exists today as it has for the last thousands of years.  Alcoholics find partners that excuse and minimize their behavior because that's the only way an enabler can stay in a marriage.

The very notion that you are asking this question is all I need to know.  It's a serious problem and you know it.  It's been a serious problem for a long time and you know it.

Those of us who have been there get it.  We are the ones who will be the most direct with you, not because we are mean but because we truly want to help.

Good luck.[/quote]

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