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Christina Glazar
has been helping partners of alcoholics since 2014. She has shared her youth with a drinking father and married a man with alcohol problems.
Certified Master Coach
Certified Recovery Coach + Life Coach
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I have come to believe that caring for myself is not self-indulgent. Caring for myself is an act of survival. le
– Audre Lorde
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Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends of being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take the step.
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The worst part about anything that’s self-destructive is that it’s so intimate. You become so close with your addictions and illnesses that leaving them behind is like killing the part of yourself that taught you how to survive.
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What You Can Do Now:
How to Talk to Your Spouse About Alcohol Use
It can be tough to tell your partner he drinks too much. Here are some helpful tips:
Don’t try to “counsel” them. Make it about general health topics, like sleep or eating, to lead into the conversation. You want to show you care about their well-being.
Avoid talking about it when they are drunk. They might get angry or forget the talk even happened.
Calling the and “alcoholic” can make them defensive.
Remain calm and patient. You can’t make them change. It is their decision to do that. If they don’t want to talk tell that it is ok and that you are available if they want to discuss it.
Coping Strategies for You On Dealing with Alcoholic Spouse
You can’t pour from an empty cup. You need to focus on your well-being too. Prioritizing your emotional and mental health isn’t selfish; it’s essential.
Caring for someone with substance use, like alcoholism, is challenging and affects everyone around them. As a spouse, focusing on your own emotional, mental, and physical health is essential.
Taking care of yourself helps prevent emotional exhaustion. Find activities that create a positive space for you and meet your needs.
A therapist can help you develop coping strategies for the challenges that come with living with an alcoholic.
Joining an Al-Anon Family Group or any other self-help group can provide support and tools to deal with the impact of alcoholism. You will connect with others who share similar struggles and gain valuable peer support.
Talking to trusted family and friends can offer comfort and guidance. Sharing your feelings helps build trust and creates a supportive community.