Hi, I just joined yesterday. Ever since I was 14, I’ve been addicted to something. Weed, speed, cigarettes. I quit weed and speed about 11 years ago when I met my husband. He is a big drinker and I joined him with the heavy drinking, sharing days hungover eating nice food together. I never thought of it as a drug addiction since its legal and I didnt drink every day, but there was a need to drink and get smashed at least once a week other wise I felt my weekends were wasted. Despite the fact we have two beautiful children. Once I started drinking I didnt stop til I passed out. Then came the need for as many glasses of wine I could fit in during a movie mid week. I now know I have a problem, but my husband is a lot worse and Im not here to talk about that. I quit for 6 and a half months last year but I forgot why I quit as my husband kept drinking and I didnt think I had an addiction as such. I started resenting him and kind of hoped me quitting would inspire him to stop but nothing changed. My last drunk was 5 days ago and I intend to keep going and not make the same mistake as last time. I need to take ownership of my own addiction and remember why I want a life of sobriety. Last night was hard though. My husband got drunk and went to the pub on his own. I felt like drinking. Was so anxious and worried about our bank accou
nt coz he also has a gambling addiction. Im going to find it hard since I live with an alcoholic. Im going to need your support.
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I’m on day 3 here and my husband is sick as well. I wish the best for you. This is a great community. You might want to check out AA as well to get more support.
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Al-anon may help.
This site helps. You know yourself that only you can change you.
Keep up the good work and keep using this app. People are so good and supportive here and it’s inspiring around a loved one who drinks. Esp when you used to drink together.
He’ll turn to what he knows and so will you, only you now know better.
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I’m new here to. But find it very helpful. I am married to a drinker and a gambler as well. Focus on you at the moment - just for yourself. Be a little bit selfish about your health and sanity 
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Thank you for your advice. Good luck. Wish you all the best 