Marriage Quote by Alcoholics Anonymous
““At least three of those four years must have been a living hell for my wife, because she had to watch the man she loved disintegrate morally, mentally, and financially. The””
About This Quote
Source Literature: The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, 1939
Suffering endured by loved ones is a painful consequence of personal decline.
In simple terms: Addiction harms both the addict and their family.
Key Takeaway
Seek recovery for self and loved ones.
Themes
addiction
family
suffering
recovery
impact
Mood
empathetic
hopeful
supportive
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- family counseling
- support groups
- rehabilitation programs
- financial planning
- mental health care
Key Concepts
Psychology
social support
health behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How can families support recovery?
- What resources aid both addict and family?
A Different Perspective
Recovery is a collective process, not just an individual journey.
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![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
