It's so interesting that many of the women posting here are so strong in other areas of their lives (in business, careers, with family, friends, etc.) but admit that their "A" got away with behavior they would NEVER allow from another source. Personally, my self-esteem has always been shaky around men-although I feel very confident in other areas-and I've given carte blanche to too many men who have mistreated me. My "A" took that to a whole new level. Ugh
So, what are your thoughts on why we let alcoholics get away with treating us so poorly, in a way we'd never tolerate otherwise?