I'm an alcoholic and check the "Friends and Family" forum more frequently than I do the "Alcoholics" forum. Reading the pain that others go through with their alcoholic, has opened my eyes to how I have been treating my family and friends. However, I'm often hesitant to post onto the "Friends and Family" forum because I don't want to feel like I'm intruding/being nosey/not welcome. Sometimes I really do step in and give my two cents, for what they are worth. Helping others is a wonderful feeling. No matter what side of the fence you are on.