Help dating a recovering addict

The Alcoholics Anonymous book says that the first principle of success is to never be angry with your husband for his drinking problem (disease).Even though he may become unbearable and you have to leave him temporarily, they advise you to go in peace, patience, and a good temper.But remember that stopping him from drinking is not YOUR responsibility.

These tips range from educating yourself about Al-Anon to letting your husband suffer the consequences of his choice to drink.Remember that an alcoholic husband must have a desire to change before he accepts treatment, and he should believe that stopping his dependency on alcohol will benefit his life.Treatment centers and interventions can help an alcoholic recover.If he sees you as a nag or killjoy, your chance of helping him may be zero.He will feel misunderstood and criticized, which won’t help him stop drinking.