Is this a character flaw or a codependent reaction to feel hurt or offended or somewhat betrayed?
I say also, very disrespectful! If you truly love someone you will do all that ypu can to help, support & encourage eachother. My Mom was an alcoholic. 25 yrs dry at the time of her death. I didnt drink, only out of respect. Also because a child has a 75% greater chance of becoming alcoholic also. I cant imagine someone doing that. Just seems so rude & hurtful. I hope she stays strong & comes out on top. And then shove the beer bottle up his a$$.
@ KeithK As an ex wife of an alcoholic that was sober for the last few years of our marriage, I’d say it took both of us for his success. Him for not drinking and working on his issues. But also I had to support him and learn his triggers. No one can do it alone and if the significant other is deliberately taunting the alcoholic that’s wrong. By buy “ his favorite “ it’s a calculated taunt.... a test... and that’s so wrong in so many ways.....totally not supportive and a set up for sabotage of the recovery process.... my question is not the right or wrong of it but the why would they deliberately provoke a temptation and or confrontation. It’s obviously wrong, so why do it?
I would be hurt. If I love someone going through sobriety I am going to support them even if it requires me the adjust my lifestyle for them
Absolutely!!
i think i would feel hurt a bit.like the person doesnt value my sobriety enough to not use it in front of me,but at the same time they are not the one trying to stay sober.. i dont think i could expect them to change their behaviors cause im uncomfortable. but if it really bothers you,maybe you could remove yourself from the situation. maybe you guys can come to some kind of agreement where you go do something with the kids while she drinks,or something.its def harder when your living with a spouse who still drinks.but it can be done. maybe you can hit a meeting while they drink. best of luck.