Originally Posted by
dandylion 
There is no one who has lived with a practicing alcoholic who is not damaged, to some extent by the experience.....alanon, therapy, etc. is to help you to recover and heal from that damage....
So true. When the dust settles (...and it may be a while), you'll appreciate the efforts you put into working on yourself. You'll be in a good place to handle anything that comes your way.