How a person can stop drinking largely depends on their ability to recognize that a problem exists. Once that occurs they must then focus on several key factors, which over time, will help the alcoholic develop the coping skills needed to make it through recovery and into permanent sobriety. The key factors to be recognized are as follows; honesty, prayer, willingness, sincerity, forgiveness and tolerance. Recovery is the ability to incorporate the above values into the daily life of the alcoholic. Recovery serves as an introduction to lasting sobriety. Following the above values diligently will ultimately lead to that seldom visited side of alcoholism which is known as permanent sobriety. Total honesty (within) will seriously challenge the alcoholic and force questions to surface that when answered honestly, shall break down the emotional wall of denial built by the cycle of alcohol abuse. The most powerful weapon an alcoholic has to overcome his or her illness is prayer. Taking what was realized through honesty, the alcoholic needs to share his inner most shortcomings with God as he envisions Him. Continual ongoing prayer is necessary if the alcoholic is to maintain the willingness and courage which are needed to fully overcome this disease and eliminate any threat of a potential setback. Some degree of spirituality is necessary for a healthy recovery and permanent sobriety as well. Willingness is a mind-set that acts as a means of recognizing and dealing with problems in the middle and late stages of recovery. When the initial panic and desperation have vanished, the alcoholic feels a false sense that all is well. Willingness backed by accountability will help the alcoholic realize that they have inherited a disease which will shadow them the remainder of their lives. Permanent sobriety is the only way an alcoholic can live a healthy and productive life. The willingness to continue practicing daily spiritual maintenance shall aid the alcoholic well in their life long quest for permanent sobriety.
Alcohol is everywhere from television to the internet. these signs show us the harmful effects first hand. People who drink like to justify it by comparing themselves to others. Everyone thinks he or she is a "social drinker." If you continue to inquire further, they may tell you that they only consumer beer or wine. Ultimately, alcohol can be dangerous if not used responsibly.
There are three levels of drinking: light, moderate or heavy. The belief that wine or beer is not as harmful as hard liquor is not true. It doesn't make a difference which type of alcohol you consume - it is still alcohol. It's all about how much you drink. You should consider the amount of alcohol you consume and decide if it is negatively impacting your parenting skills. Successful parenting is hindered by even "light" or social drinking. As they start to consume more alcohol, parenting becomes very difficult.
If you drink, you won't be able to spend as much time with your children. If you are drinking that is wasted time that could be spent with your children. On the weekends, in the evening after school, and so on are usually the times when adults tend to drink and these are also the times when children need their parents the most. You are emotionally less available for your child the more alcohol you consume. Neglect is based in time and emotional unavailability.
When your children become old enough to drink, they will begin to drink at the same rate as you because they think that is acceptable. Therefore, if you drink more heavily in general, your children will have a similar tolerance for alcohol. As a result of drinking too much, your child will follow in your footsteps and also drink too much causing you to lose you parental control. Do not be misled, what you sow you will reap, to avoid stumbling others practice what you preach. Then there will be a confrontation, because you have become the one hunted. No matter how much or how little alcohol you personally consume, asking your kids to refrain from drinking while you do will be considered quite hypocritical. Clashes between parent and child are magnified because of the influence of alcohol.
So if you are a gluttonous drinker on most days, it is time you put a limit to your indulgence. If you're looking to maintain your moral position in order to better guide your children, not consuming alcohol at all would be the best choice. Parents need to reduce their alcohol consumption. Dads should not consume more than 3 alcoholic beverages per special occasion and never more than six standards a week. Mothers need to reduce the amount of products they drink by one third. Parents should spend time with children without alcohol at least 3 times a week. Do their activities. Keep working with them and build up some trust.
There is no shortage of reasons to avoid alcohol. Are you kids first in your life?
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