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Just Said Yes February 2021

Alcoholic Husband

Sophia, on November 21, 2022 at 2:51 PM Posted in Married Life 0 6
Okay I really don't know where to start because I'm just losing my mind at the point.
My husband and I are coming up on our 2 years anniversary and I regret my whole life for not walking away.
When we started dating he was getting help for his alcohol problem and I was so proud of him because he was doing so so good. I didn't know him with his alcohol problem I only knew him since he got the help so I didn't get to see any of the bad stuff.He did tell me that alcohol was his daily routine. That he loved and would go to sleep drunk every single day. It was a big deal getting out of it and he was always depressed that he couldn't have a healthy relationship with alcohol.We got married and here we are about 3 years later. He started getting drunk like once a month and now it's every single weekendI think what kills me that he is so so different when he is drinking. Super sweet and loving me more than usualI know he does love me but it's very different when he is on alcoholYesterday we had a talk about it and he said he loves it and he won't stopI also talked to him about how I feel like he is not trying for our relationship anymore. Every weekend I try to find anything for us to do (event s, concerts, new restaurant, etc.) Anything for us not to stay home but he doesn't try to do anything.He said he loves being home but will also do anything I want to do He also would rather not spend the money on parking and extra fees and being in crowded places.
I guess that hurt me. Are we just supposed to stay home and safe our money until we're old and can't do anything with it.I'm in my late 20s in he is mid 30s and we both make over $200k a year. We both spend money on our hobbies and things we like so why not do things together
I have been hating my life. I don't want to walk away because I love him and I'm scared to death to walk away and start over. I have never loved or trusted someone the way I love him and trust him.
My thoughts are all over and I don't know what to do

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Latest activity by Dew, on May 7, 2024 at 5:13 AM
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    VIP July 2017
    Becky ·
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    Maybe look into alAnon? It's for loved ones of alcoholics.

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    Rosebud ·
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    Sending you love. Addiction is so hard and it can really change relationships. As mentioned above Al-anon can be a great resource. A core principle of Al-Anon is that alcoholics cannot learn from their mistakes if they are overprotected. It is so hard sometimes not to enable/ adapt to the behavior, but that helps nobody. Al-anon also speaks about detaching with love, to sum it up it means that when we detach, we let others be responsible for their own choices and don't interfere or try to protect them from any negative consequences that may result. Detaching gives us the emotional space we need, so we're not as reactive and anxious. It helps us be less controlling and accept things as they are — rather than trying to force them to be what we want. I definitely recommend googling it as there are some great articles on the topic that may be helpful to you.

    You have to have a very honest talk with your husband about how you are feeling and how his drinking is impacting your relationship. Create a safe space where you can both talk and listen to each other. Counseling can help you both navigate this situation too. Best of luck you

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    Kristen ·
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    I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Of course you know, he has relapsed. He can say anything to argue it, but that’s denial. Have you suggested counseling? Also agree with the other poster to go to an AA meeting, you can find support.


    You do have a tough decision. If you continue to tell him how this is affecting you, and he denies you, it’s time to take care of yourself. If it stays like this, do you really want to live like this for the rest of your life? Yes, this hurts. You are young, believe me, life would not be over.
    Best of luck and lots of hugs to you.
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    I suggest you go to a few Alanon meetings for some guidance. I’m assuming that they have online support groups that can provide
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    NewEnglandSettler ·
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    Support. You know change is needed…. In a way, by not acting - you are enabling the behavior and both of you are suffering (whether he knows it or not)…good luck, I appreciate the hell you are
    going through and wish you well.
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    Michele ·
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    I'm very sorry you're going through this. I'll just say after 39 years of marriage, I walked away. I don't make nearly as much money as you, but I did it. I am now engaged to an amazing man and couldn't be happier. Not saying you should leave but just sending some hope your way. Please remember love is not the only ingredient for a healthy marriage. I wish you well.
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