Parents will do almost anything to keep their children safe, but communicating with youth becomes more challenging as they get older. That’s why you should talk to your children about alcohol and other drugs early. It’s a conversation that you need to have because drugs can ruin your child...
But what are the signs that your spouse is hiding their alcohol use, and why would they feel the need to keep it a secret? And if they are drinking behind your back, how can you talk to them about it? In this post, we’ll take a look at the reasons why someone would be ly...
Considering the above, it’s no surprise that people turn to alcohol in times of grief. Grief is one of the most intensely painful and stressful feelings humans can experience, and there is nothing abnormal or shameful about seeking a way to cope. But is alcohol a healthy or helpful approac...
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(Adult Children of Alcoholics), provide a space to talk about alcoholism and its effect on your life. You can meet people experiencing the same pain you are and challenge subconscious beliefs. ACOAs often internalize fears like, “No one wants to hear what I have to say,” or, “People...
These include going to bed and waking at the same time each day; sleeping in a quiet, dark, cool room; removing devices from the bedroom and taking a break from them before bedtime; and avoiding caffeine and alcohol before bed, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. Exercise...
Your spouse has to as well. It’s a two-way street, and while most people know this, sometimes it’s a hard pill to swallow. When it comes to fixing a relationship, working on communication, trust, and expressing your feelings to your partner is very important. It’s only then when ...
Step 2: List your spouse'scomplaints. For years, Peter had reacted to Paulette's complaints about him with defensiveness. When he did allow himself to hear information about what he was doing that troubled his wife, he'd get mad at himself. Listening to her had escalated his agitation ...
Do you enjoy a glass or two of wine? How about three or four? Is beer your favourite drink or do you go for gin? Rob and Alice discuss how good or bad alcohol is for you. They also talk about what risk to your health ...
If your child hits another child, and then you go and hit/spank your child for hitting, it may be perceived to the child as very confusing. I’m not saying it is to us. What I am saying is that you want to think about these things and discuss them with your spouse. Each family ...