Continuing to do just some thinking outloud has caused me to recognize other frustrations that I have.
I, like so many others, am faced with an addict in my family and I am frustrated. Even though this addict is not a member of my household I must deal with this addict and situations he is involved in much more than I would like. I find that very difficult for me and problematic to the whole family.
The problems that are created, that I must face at times, seem to be just overwhelming. I particularly dislike the lies that he uses to justify his actions. I find it very difficult to accept that the lies that are being told are just a result of the addiction itself. That just doesn't seem to make the fact of the lying any easier to accept. I want to believe the addict but realize that most of the time what I'm being told is not the truth even when the truth would be simpler and easier.
I'm faced with situations, primarily of arguments within the family, due to the lies or due to the paranoia of the addict. Other members of the family are drawn into the arguments. This often leads to screaming, yelling, and crying which all have to be dealt with.
How am I supposed to handle it, or do I need to handle it? Can I get away from it? Should I get away from it? Should I intervene or not intervene? Can't the addict see what is being done to the family as a result of his actions?
I hope by being required to organize my thoughts enough to put them down in an understandable fashion the action may prove beneficial to me.
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