I just haven't experienced this type or response yet and to be honest, it was kind of a bummer. I had to come home and shake off the negativity. We haven't been hanging out much for awhile...honestly because hanging around them has been a big trigger for me and I stopped when I started to work on my drinking issues about a year ago (she doesn't know this)
Also, I really wanted a drink last night. I am stressed at work and I gave it some serious consideration. I pushed through it....thank God. This has taught me that I DON't have to give in to every craving, which has been a huge issue for me.
If your neighbor used to go AF January-March of each year, she must know she has a problem - it wouldn't even occur to a normal drinker to do that. So, if she is worried about her drinking, it probably would be hard for her to be happy for you. Deep down, she may even want to derail your efforts to help her feel better about herself -- so be on guard. When we're in a mess, it's nice to think that everyone else is, too --- it kind of normalizes it and makes it ok. But around here, we know its not!
Hope the rest of your tough week goes well - at least today is hump day! :h NS
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