The
HEALING power of "Thank you" has been huge in my recovery from this family disease of alcoholism.
A friend of mine with strong recovery in both AA and Alanon kindly listened to my frustrations regarding interactions with other Alanon members who were "trying" to be helpful, yet I was getting triggered. Then he suggested to simply say, "Thank you."
Once I started doing this, the results have been extraordinary. Especially with my close friends and family.
I am grateful. I am thankful. In that... everything changes.