Motherhood and maternal love are thought to somehow protect women from alcoholism. A good mother could never put alcohol before her child, could she? I believe that in modern times, motherhood is actually a risk. Loneliness and exclusion from the community are risk factors for alcoholism or...
If you’re considering quitting and are thinking about making the "big decision," here are a few tips: Make a list of reasons why you would stop. Don’t discard the list, but look at it every time you reconsider your decision. My list looked like this: I’m afraid...
THERE are probably as many definitions of alcoholism as there are definers. At what point does the habit become an addiction, and when does it turn into alcoholism? I don't know. I don't like to make strict definitions, because I don't like compartmentalisation. I think it's...
Reader "Meri" sent feedback and shared her story "Free from Wine is the best book I have ever read: a book that supported the most important decision of my life." - Meri My journey to freedom from Wine Year 2003 I’m just over thirty, my child is just starting...
THIS week, my daughter and I were in London, and one evening, we went to a praised Italian restaurant on a picturesque side street in Earl’s Court. While placing our order, an elegantly dressed older man peeked in through the door, interrupted us, and asked...
