Though I may not struggle with an abusive alcoholic, I still struggle with the internal doubts and feelings of self worthlessness. As it is, I found it more frustrating than helpful, and would suggest going to other books on this topic for help ( Meowbie's review has some recommendations).

The book, which is geared towards family members of alcoholics, clarifies a lot of these unhealthy behaviors and gives tips on how to be self-aware and how to manage our emotions, which I find to be helpful, even if it's not groundbreaking scientific work or whatever. Even if you do not identify as codependent (and now I know I do not), you may find, as I did, that learning more about codependence helps put family relationships into perspective.Uma mensagem por e-mail será enviada antes do término do período gratuito, que pode ser cancelado a qualquer momento. Melody Beattie is one of America’s most beloved self-help authors and a household name in addiction and recovery circles.

It feels incredibly dated and, while I do not doubt the author's enthusiasm and compassion, it was grating at many points.Beattie recounts how, when she was leading family support groups, she’d ask the members what they were feeling.