One Day At A Time
I am sitting here in a Nar-Anon meeting by myself, not feeling alone. I have checked the literature supply, written a notice for the local newspaper, read the thought for…
Violence
Violence comes in many forms: physical, verbal and mental abuse and ugly stares full of hate. I have experienced them all. I remember being pushed, hollered at, and pinched by…
Helping
Helping is important to me. It was something I was taught to do. I felt I was obligated to help those I love. I became terribly confused about helping before…
Changes
My adult son was college educated, had a good job, a car, and his own apartment. Due to his addiction, he lost everything and was forced to live on the…
Live In The Now
I have a problem with living in the here and now, just for today. It took me a long time but I finally realized that I could not cure my…
Growth In Nar-Anon
One day during our addicted son’s early recovery, I found a sprouting onion in the pantry. I was going to throw it away when he stopped me, saying he wanted…
Growth In Nar-Anon
One day during our addicted son’s early recovery, I found a sprouting onion in the pantry. I was going to throw it away when he stopped me, saying he wanted…
A Matter Of Trust
I like to give people the benefit of the doubt. I guess that is why it was so easy to allow my addicted loved one to continue to lie to…
No Opinions On Outside Issues
At the beginning of every meeting our chairperson reads, “Anything you hear tonight is strictly our own opinions. … If a member says something you cannot accept, remember they are…
Step Ten
I see Step Ten as a tool to use daily to help me keep the benefits of my recovery. It allows me to keep my life free of the emotional…