Old 05-05-2014, 11:08 AM
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ScottFromWI
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Originally Posted by HealthFirst View Post
Is this a good start? "Honey. I think you have noticed that I occasionally drink too much. Unfortunately, I have realized that as much as I try not to get to that point, sometimes I just can't control it getting out of hand. Therefore, there is no healthy amount for me to drink because I never know when that one will lead to ten or more. I feel I'll lose weight, feel more energetic, and also be a better husband/father without it. There are groups that I want to join that support quitting completely and I want you to support me through a journey of completely quitting.".

Gosh. I guess it doesn't sound as bad as I thought after I typed it out.
The act of honesty is far more important than any specific words you can say. If what you typed above is what you really feel, then that's exactly what you should say.
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