He is a functional alcoholic (attorney), but both he and I know that his problem has gotten out of control. We laugh about it 80% of the time, and talk seriously about it 20% of the time.
When we talk seriously, I tell him that his problem is ruining his life, finances, work, and relationships (with family and women). He agrees.
I suggest counseling (and/or anything that will change his behavior), but he doesn't see how it will help. (He's super-smart and conceded, yet can be very insecure at times.)
What is my role/responsibility as his very good friend?
2006-12-15 03:37:25 · 3 answers · asked by ... 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
sounds so familiar, like i have already told so many people today...if he is an alcoholic, then he will not be ready to stop until he looses all of his money and has no possible way to buy any boos, make sure you are there for him when he needs you the most and cant see any wayout.
2006-12-17 06:31:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Find a new friend... I did and never look back.... take care of your self... If this person is waiting for an intervention let them wait or go to a shrink- They are sick a weak-minded... Most of the time in my expirience these peple are from rich families and ruined every thing for themselves.....I came from the opposite and have survived alot of situations caused by my parents.... the best lessons learned are from other people mistakes... Don't let people like this "friend" hold you down...
2006-12-15 03:46:13 · answer #2 · answered by str_atKnowledge 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should most definitely help that person, before the situation gets out of hand
2006-12-15 03:47:01 · answer #3 · answered by Bout It 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋