tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2530451786669304321.post5164691954376324791..comments2023-09-22T08:12:25.535-04:00Comments on THE PRIVILEGED ADDICT : The Effects of Alcohol & Self-Neglect on the Non-Addict (Edited)Charliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04183269305957041463noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2530451786669304321.post-27687415940039357822018-01-28T19:34:41.797-05:002018-01-28T19:34:41.797-05:00If you don't mind some feedback... the self ca...If you don't mind some feedback... the self care you describe involves you alone. But I'm not sure that's enough to fill up the tank, so to speak. Not sure if you are Christian, but if you are I suggest you get involved in a bible study group or other church group. We live in a fallen world, the church is the body of Christ where we can renew ourselves and each other. It really can't be done well alone. Growing in Christ is at times a perilous journey. Picture a Thomsons Gazelle wandering the Serengeti alone. Can you also picture predator eyes tracking every movement of that gazelle. Those of us on the spiritual journey, very much need each other. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2530451786669304321.post-91670625672168667002018-01-02T10:35:45.268-05:002018-01-02T10:35:45.268-05:00Yes, I have found as a spouse of an addict that se...Yes, I have found as a spouse of an addict that self-care is absolutely crucial to survival. You are so right that is is not selfish, but actually necessary to be able to have something to give to others. <br /><br />Out of curiosity, do you think that pot has a similar effect on the emotions as alcohol, or are the two different?Charlottenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2530451786669304321.post-55384306944701077212017-12-29T15:42:08.666-05:002017-12-29T15:42:08.666-05:00I think what you say about taking care of yourself...I think what you say about taking care of yourself is very important...maybe the most important thing you have ever said. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com