fears & vulnerability
Accepting vulnerability and admitting our fears ... Asking for help ... Letting someone hold us in our darkest moments ... Stefan Weiner's so…
Category: Member Blogs
He’s Not Letting Me In
Lynne72 seeks guidance about dealing with her son who is getting some help, but has largely retreated into secrecy about his activities. To help …
The Benzo Question and My Own Experience
Lynne72 has mixed feelings about the klonopin her son is taking. But his psychiatrist is not concerned as long as it's being taken as prescribed. …
She Can’t Come Back Home
iagirlsmom has come to the realization that her home can no longer be open to her Loved One. But holding this line feels unfathomable as the cold…
My Adopted Son Is in the Criminal Justice System
thislifesucks sends in an update about her son's court appearance. She's trying to keep a low profile - he doesn't want her involved…
To the Voice in Your Head that Says Otherwise
Self-Care has been on my mind, not just because it's an important focus here for Allies in Recovery families. But also because I tend to…
It’s Always the Same Old Story
1delapisa shares concerns that her Loved One is perpetually in the same aimless state. He refuses to address his Diabetes, he can't hold…
Is Jail the Safest Place for Him?
When is it a good idea to turn a Loved One in to the authorities? A recent conversation on this topic prompted a member to write in... Domin…
Multiple Addictions and Dopamine
A psychaitrist suggested that a Loved One take medication to increase dopamine levels. Here Dominique Simon-Levine addresses the complex topic of…
Yoga for Members!!! Chest, Heart and Back poses
Welcome to a new series of videos created just for You! Here guest contributer and yoga teacher Rosslyn Kemerer introduces the series and begins with …
