This is a great thread.
I have learned in the past three years how to honor my boundaries. I do not tolerate them being broken by alcoholics or non-alcoholics.
I try very hard to say what I mean but not say it mean. (I work on this still every day)
I have gone from a stay-at-home mom with no visible means of support to working part-time and going to school. In 18 months I will have my second bachelor's degree - a bachelor of science in nursing and hopefully a couple of credits towards a masters degree (nurse practitioner) as well. This should translate into a decent paying and stable JOB!
Despite a bad divorce and catastrophic public family events my teenagers seem to be doing great. I'm so proud of them for their strength and wisdom even when I am "freaking out".
I have learned to ask for and accept help that I need to accomplish these goals.
I have learned to reject unsolicited advice and to state my truths to well-meaning friends and relatives who aren't always mindful.
Yay me!
