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Living with an addict is making me sick!
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<blockquote data-quote="recoveringenabler" data-source="post: 511085" data-attributes="member: 13542"><p>Welcome. I am so sorry you are so stressed. I am glad you found us. You will find some peace here. </p><p></p><p>I am aware of how much it takes out of us to deal with all we deal with, with our kids. You are doing all the right things for your son, although others will be more well versed then I. You are taking care of yourself physically well too. You're doing everything you can to help your son, you're doing a good job.</p><p></p><p>For me, the single most important de-stressor was to get into a codependency support group lead by a therapist. I think Al anon, CoDa, or any of the 12 step programs work very well too. There are many programs for families of addicts which are so helpful. To hear other parents talk about their experience, to be able to speak in a space where all the others know what you are going through is an amazing supportive experience and can help to keep you calm. Yoga helps, acupuncture, meditation, deep breathing, regular therapy, making sure you get support and doing things you love which don't involve your sons. Taking breaks from the drama where you can clear you mind and let go for awhile. And, of course, learning detachment.</p><p></p><p>This can consume your whole life, don't let it. Take time for yourself. Keep venting here. You will get support from other parents who are in the same boat. They will be along soon. Take a deep breath. We are here for you. Keep writing. God Bless you. HUGS to you wantpeace.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="recoveringenabler, post: 511085, member: 13542"] Welcome. I am so sorry you are so stressed. I am glad you found us. You will find some peace here. I am aware of how much it takes out of us to deal with all we deal with, with our kids. You are doing all the right things for your son, although others will be more well versed then I. You are taking care of yourself physically well too. You're doing everything you can to help your son, you're doing a good job. For me, the single most important de-stressor was to get into a codependency support group lead by a therapist. I think Al anon, CoDa, or any of the 12 step programs work very well too. There are many programs for families of addicts which are so helpful. To hear other parents talk about their experience, to be able to speak in a space where all the others know what you are going through is an amazing supportive experience and can help to keep you calm. Yoga helps, acupuncture, meditation, deep breathing, regular therapy, making sure you get support and doing things you love which don't involve your sons. Taking breaks from the drama where you can clear you mind and let go for awhile. And, of course, learning detachment. This can consume your whole life, don't let it. Take time for yourself. Keep venting here. You will get support from other parents who are in the same boat. They will be along soon. Take a deep breath. We are here for you. Keep writing. God Bless you. HUGS to you wantpeace. [/QUOTE]
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