Originally Posted by
nano She does have a conscience about money and knows how hard we have worked to provide her with a good life. She is very hard on herself and often I find it difficult to reprimand her as she is a much harsher self critic than I could ever be. Often times I find myself defending her because she feels so bad when she blows it. Very convoluted, I know.
This is true with many alcoholics & those suffering from depression. If she stays sober I would say the cost of rehab was worth every dollar.