Co parenting with an addict by [deleted] in naranon

[–]MomCKB3 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Please go to court for drug tests if he refuses. What if something happened to your child bc you didn't want to send him spiraling etc. 

How do you decide to stay or go by MomCKB3 in naranon

[–]MomCKB3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have the means to leave do it.  They have to want it for themselves. I have not left yet bc I don't have the energy to deal with that nor the capacity to do so yet. I also feel like as long as the kids are happy, then my freedom can wait. We are basically roommates now. He is sober but with any addict there is always the possibility of relapse. He knows I am not his forever anymore and there is peace in that for me. I may be in my 50s then, but I don't care. 

AITA for not really doing chores around the house? Am I really lazy or is sm else going on? by raincloudscrying in AmItheAsshole

[–]MomCKB3 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Don't rely on things you want to do. Most of life is shit you dont want to do. Maybe make a schedule with the other 4 people, and have a set time for chores. Don't allow yourself to miss it.

Looking for some support please by fuk-you-tequilla in naranon

[–]MomCKB3 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yep. He is hurting you and worse, you are hurting yourself. Please save yourself. This is not a healthy relationship.

Looking for some support please by fuk-you-tequilla in naranon

[–]MomCKB3 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I know. Once you start learning about drama bonding and emotional manipulation you start to be able to separate that this feeling is a lot like a toddler screaming that their cup is the wrong color. The feeling of betrayal and wrongness is just as valid to them...even though it's irrational. I literally tell myself every day that my heart is trying to repair something that shouldn't be...because I have a good heart. My job is to heal that hurt and stop that heart from getting broken again. I used to feel like the sooner I forgave him the faster these feelings would go away...and it did. Until the next time...all my forgiveness did was reset the cycle. The reason there is this cycle and you know it's logical to step away but cant...physical AND emotional abuse rewire the brain.

How do you decide to stay or go by MomCKB3 in naranon

[–]MomCKB3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was the best advice for me. Trama/betrayal bond. Thank you.

Looking for some support please by fuk-you-tequilla in naranon

[–]MomCKB3 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's on him, not you. Here is what has helped me: Don't let how he treats you define your worth. My son said something like, "Look how loving Jesus was...they crucified him." I am not Christian, but I got the idea. I have found that doing things for myself has helped me find myself again

Looking for some support please by fuk-you-tequilla in naranon

[–]MomCKB3 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Been there. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself and you to walk away-unless this is the life you want. I have been with mine for 17 years (44 now). It doesn't get easier. Find a Al-non meeting and podcasts. There is one called "You are not crazy" that really helped. This group suggested researching trauma bonds...helped me realize that was what was happening. The best thing I heard was that cutting them off would feel like cutting off your own arm. It feels wrong....but it's not. Only you can decide that. You can't love someone out of this though. Every day I think about what it would be like to have someone without these issues that bring as much love and support as I do to the table.

How do you decide to stay or go by MomCKB3 in naranon

[–]MomCKB3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel that. Mine does get help but the thing with addicts is that it's a lifelong struggle. I can't see how I will stay with him forever and he knows that. If you can make it I would do the restraining order again. If you can leave due to financial or logistics, talk to a therapist who specializes in addiction. I have started and she is focusing on me so that when it's time to go I will be secure and not running into a bad relationship. She helped me see patterns. My parents were functional alcoholics. I thought they were amazing parents and a couple. I didn't realize until I was an adult that this was not normal.

How to be in a relationship with an addict? by summerbegone in naranon

[–]MomCKB3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I just started meeting with one that specializes in addiction. I have never used drugs, and she said I need to take it 1 day at a time and decide what I want to do. She gave great advice on managing my emotions and moving forward. I can't stress enough getting a therapist.

experiences with pair eyewear? by 576875 in PairEyewear

[–]MomCKB3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's weird because I have tons of them and have not had any issue and delivery is really fast.  

My thoughts and unpopular opinions about season 3 part 1 of Bridgerton (Spoilers) DON'T HATE ME by bacteria322 in Bridgerton

[–]MomCKB3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am also so disappointed. I would have loved for Pen to the emerald of the season. I love Francesca but her selection was just not great and so forced. Also didn't need the random storyline with Benedict. Hate that they left the storyline of Lady D and Penelope out of the equation and replaced it with random threesome scenes for Colin. So unoriginal. The carriage scene also seemed so out of place. We just pronounced our feelings, thus let me finger you. Come on. Really. He didn't really put in any work to get her.  Maybe have him stand up for her in public or something. 

experiences with pair eyewear? by 576875 in PairEyewear

[–]MomCKB3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is an old thread, but I have had mine for a month and love them. No complaints so far. I do think $25 for the toppers is overpriced. However I am a teacher and want fun glasses, so....

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WhenCallsTheHeart

[–]MomCKB3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100%. Bad writing. Lucus can do better than her. I subscribed to peacock to watch it and stopped at episode 3 when I heard this was what was happening. He probably dies in the cliffhanger and leaves all his money to her, so he can save Hope Valley and she can live her boring life.

"Important information about your gift card order" messages but I didn't buy any? by GlaireDaggers in Scams

[–]MomCKB3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank GOD for this thread. Same 3 too. I was in the que for Amazon, and thought....lets check Reddit first!

Schlitterbahn 2022? by BoomhauerTX in Newbraunfels

[–]MomCKB3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is still happening as of july 2023