Families & Friends Of Addicts Support Group

Addiction affects more than just the individual. This community is dedicated to the families and friends of individuals suffering from any form of addiction. Mental health professionals are increasingly considering alcoholism and addiction as diseases that flourish in and are enabled by family systems. Family members react to the addicted person with particular behavioral...

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deehigs 09/07/2012

In dealing with my son and his addiction: I have really come to realize how self critical he is. We all seem to get caught up in that trap , So I was thinking wouldn't it be nice to name 5 positive things we Like about ourselves: So I'll go first: 1: I'm a good mom. 2: I get along well with other people 3: I am very loyal 4: I am smart 5: I'm sober

jainlor 09/07/2012

okay i will try....i am kind, empathetic, caring, hardworking, willing to learn from others :)

blueviolet725 09/07/2012

I am a good pet parent.
I am a hardworking volunteer at the SPCA.
I am a good daughter and sister.
I am a good mother (try not to bug them too much).
I am a good wife- at least he thinks so.

deleted_user 09/07/2012

Thanks for this reminder to be more self aware and grateful for what we find :-)

I am funny [as in make people laugh, not incredibly odd]
I am a terrific mother
I am a loyal friend
I am creative
and my all time favorite that comes from my best friend,
I am sure as hell quirky

marg6300 09/07/2012

this is fun
I am positive (thats what everybody tells me)
I am happy
I LOVE my family passionately
I love people
I LOVE life
I don't know if I did this corectlly but it sure felt GOOD!

cardinal39 09/07/2012

Behind every dark cloud, the sun shines
If there is a problem,, I will learn whatever I can to find answers
Where my heart on my sleave
Open minded
Never judge

Great post ,,,

kimpalmer 09/08/2012

Admitting low self esteem here... But here goes..
1. Loves God
2. Cares deeply about people
3. Wry sense of humor
4. Love my family
5. Enjoys the beauty of the world around us

dmatt124 09/08/2012

Thank you Dee, it's amazing but it's not till we get older that we are comfortable in our own skin so here goes.
1. I am passionate about my family
2. I am a very devoted person
3. I am funny ( so I am told)
4. I am always trying to learn
5. I love people

jms7229 09/08/2012

1.plant my feet on the floor every morning with gratitude
2. try to live each day as the best person i can be
3. i work hard
4. i take good care of my family
5. love having fun!
thanks - this was a good idea

deleted_user 09/08/2012

What a great idea! Sometimes we lose sight of ourselves as we care for others. Here are mine.
I am a generally optimistic person.
I love my family and friends
I am very patient
I am kind, genuinely
I am persevering and devoted

Wow. I feel better!

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