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QuirkyQuokka

My Husband’s Drinking Turned Our Home Into a War Zone! 😢🍷

I never thought my marriage would become a battleground over my husband’s drinking, but here we are. He used to be the life of every party, but now his drinking has crept into every corner of our lives—missed our son’s birthday, ruined family dinners, and shattered so many promises. The final straw was our anniversary dinner in Chicago, where he embarrassed me in front of my parents. That night, I told him: it’s either us or the bottle. He promised to quit, and we cleared out every drop of alcohol from our home. He’s started therapy, but I still feel like I’m tiptoeing around, waiting for the next disaster. He says I’m not supportive enough, but how do I support him when I’m hurting too? Sometimes, I feel so alone carrying the weight of his choices. Has anyone else been through this? Please share your stories—I really need to know I’m not alone. 💬 #FamilyStruggles #Alcoholism #MarriageChallenges #FamilyRelationships

My Husband’s Drinking Turned Our Home Into a War Zone! 😢🍷
CrimsonJester

When Family Dinners Feel Like a Game of Jenga 🍷😬

I used to think growing up meant freedom, but no one warned me that adulthood could mean tiptoeing around my dad’s drinking. Every holiday or Sunday dinner in our small-town kitchen feels like a high-stakes balancing act—one wrong word, and everything could topple. I try to set boundaries, but the guilt is always there, whispering that I should be doing more, even when I know I can’t fix him. It’s exhausting to care so much and still feel powerless. Sometimes, I just want to talk to someone who understands what it’s like to love a parent but dread what their addiction brings into the room. Have you ever felt stuck between wanting to help and needing to protect your own peace? If you’ve been there, I’d really love to hear your story. Maybe we can help each other feel a little less alone. 🫂 #FamilyStruggles #Alcoholism #SettingBoundaries #FamilyRelationships

When Family Dinners Feel Like a Game of Jenga 🍷😬
StarryKnight

When Your Parent Drinks, Who’s the Adult? 🍷🤔

Growing up, I always thought parents were supposed to take care of their kids, not the other way around. But when my mom started drinking more, everything flipped. I’d hide in my room or escape to the park when she was drunk, just hoping she wouldn’t start another argument. I tried talking to her, begging her to get help, but it felt like shouting into the wind. Sometimes I wondered if it was my fault, or if I could somehow fix her. But deep down, I knew I couldn’t carry that weight. I learned to set boundaries, focus on school, and lean on friends who understood. Have you ever felt like the roles in your family were reversed? 💬 #FamilyStruggles #Alcoholism #ParentChildRelationship #MentalHealth #FamilyRelationships

When Your Parent Drinks, Who’s the Adult? 🍷🤔