Advice
Not Conference-Approved, but I like it.
Category: Detachment
Got Bread?
The reading in Courage to Change for January 2 reminds us that “Turning to an alcoholic for affection and support is like going to a hardware store for bread.” It explains that “While our loved ones may not meet our … Continue reading “Got Bread?” →
Letter from the Alcoholic
The letter from the alcoholic is a classic and useful piece of Al-Anon literature, from the pamphlet “Three Views of Alcoholism” (P-15). An excerpt is Don’t let me provoke your anger. If you attack me verbally or physically, you will … Continue reading “Letter from the Alcoholic” →
The Blanket
The daily reader Courage to Change has a great reading on detachment with love. The author of the page for January 22 (page 22) shares that her alcoholic spouse would often fall out of bed, and she would always get … Continue reading “The Blanket” →