Originally Posted by
JustAverage 
When she gets out of detox should I keep my distance? After all, I know she will be different. And our relationship will be different. I don't want to trigger her in anyway.
If we had the power to "trigger" an alcoholic, we'd also have the power to get them sober and keep them sober.
The truth is we have zero power over the alcoholic.
I'd highly suggest starting up in Alanon meetings, and get your hands on "Codependent No More" by Melody Beattie. Both have been lifesavers for me.
