Originally Posted by 2granddaughters

The difference between a problem drinker and an Alcoholic is that:

A) When the alcohol is taken away from the problem drinker, the problem goes away.
B) When the alcohol is taken away from the Alcoholic, the problem has just begun.

You will have to decide which one you are...


I was on Lithium in the 70's for Manic/Depression and it didn't help. My Highs/Lows were just my untreated alcoholism.

You sound like you are right in the throes of finding who you really are. Soon, I think, you will discover who rules the roost.... you or the booze.

I wish you the best with your therapists. Looking forward to hearing from you on your recovery.

Bob R


I guess to answer your original question, I say "I'm Bob and I'm an alcoholic" because that's the way it's been from the beginning and I'm not about to judge, question or tear it apart. It works so I won't fix on it.