For the past year I have blamed my wife for not “helping” me in the way I thought she needed to help me. I put the burden of quitting alcohol all on her. I had standards on what accountability looked like that I never vocalized to keep the focus on her when I failed and not on my own choices.
Luckily she stuck by my side and isn’t going anywhere. Took a lot to realize I’m the only one in control and responsible for my addiction.
Hey Arm,
It is hard for all of us to take responsibility. I try to blame stress from work etc for my reason to chug whiskey the moment i get home. A partner who is willing to stay by our side through our worst is definitely reason enough to shape up. Congratulations on pursuing sobriety. Im only on day 3 so i dont have much to offer in experienced support, but i can say congrats and keep it up