Question Hi, about almost a year ago I got with my spouse. She has been clean
from drugs and alcohol for a little over a year now. She had a bad
break-up with a female and turned to drugs and alcohol to ease her troubles
so to speak. Before that she only did them once in a great while. So
for two months she went down that road, went to rehab, and then we got
together when she was clean for about 2 months clean. Now she wants to
drink once in awhile. I have stopped her up until now, but she is saying
she is her own person and shouldnt be told what to do. I can't always
be around to stop her. What should I do, should I let her drink? I am
tired of fighting with her over not drinking, she says she wants to do
it once a while. Is it okay for her do to if she really sticks to only
having it once in a great while again like she used to besides for the
period when she had a bad break-up? I appreciate any help!
Answer Dear Kim
It depends on her behavior. If she is acting in an addictive manner, no it is not okay for her to drink. That is like pouring gasoline on an open flame. For you, I would recommend the Alanon support groups, these are support groups for those affected by people with addictions. Good luck.
