Help! I Think My Loved One Is an Alcoholic

Are you loving someone who's trapped in addiction-and losing yourself in the process? You're not alone. You're not crazy. And yes, your life can get better. Help! I Think My Loved One Is an Alcoholic is a compassionate survival guide for anyone who loves an alcoholic-whether you're a spouse, partner, sibling, child, or friend. With clarity and empathy, author Michelle S. Fondin shares her personal experience alongside insights from interviews with ten alcoholics in long-term recovery. This book will help you understand the disease of alcoholism, make sense of your loved one's behavior, and most importantly, regain your own sense of peace and self-worth. Inside this book, you'll discover: - What alcoholism really is-and what it's not (it's not a moral failing or a lack of willpower) - How to recognize the signs of addiction and why your loved one drinks - The emotional toll of lies, denial, blame, and manipulation-and how to navigate them - Practical "action steps" to help you survive emotionally, mentally, and spiritually - What early sobriety looks like (and why it's often confusing and messy) -How to surrender, set boundaries, and find compassion without losing yourself - A spiritual perspective on healing and connecting to God or a higher power This book is for you if:You're exhausted trying to help an alcoholic change You feel like you're walking on eggshells You're struggling with guilt, resentment, or confusion You want to support your loved one, but not at the cost of your peace With heartfelt support and practical tools, Michelle guides you through the roller coaster of addiction-from the first signs to early recovery-so you can reclaim your peace, clarity, and self-love. You didn't cause the addiction. You can't control it. But you can survive it-and even grow through it.