Originally Posted by
bgh
When we talk, I don't bring up anything that might upset her--really limits the conversation. Has anyone gone through this, and can offer suggestions?
I resembled that remark. At the time I did not realize that it was evidence of my own codependency and that by "walking on egg shells" I was trying to control her recovery. I thought, at the time, I was powerful enough to keep her sober or cause a relapse. I was mistaken. If our love and concern could cure them, none of us would be here.
How old is your daughter?