I think when I started here SR replaced alcohol in many ways. Thats a good thing. Over time things settled down and there was less "need", and having to strive in a driven way to stay sober, or be in a rush to be better.
Initially I discussed the site with my wife- in general terms it's like going to a group meeting and we learn from others etc. She had seen enough of my drinking and probably would have preferred that I go to AA. So she was happy with the change. Much later on I showed her the site, how big it is and the threads that go on. I did not tell her my screen name and do not discuss with her the people on here. I think over time she is more comfortable with the whole thing.
I now spend maybe 45minutes a day here- and we both think it is time well spent.