1(800) 615-1067Helping someone quit alcohol can be challenging, but here are some steps you can take to support them:
Encourage and support their decision: Let the person know that you support their decision to quit drinking and that you are there to help them along the way.
Educate yourself: Educate yourself on alcoholism, including the signs and symptoms, risks, and available resources for recovery.
Help them find resources: Help the person find resources for their recovery, such as support groups, treatment programs, or professional counseling. In addition, you can help them identify healthy activities or hobbies that can keep them occupied and help them stay away from alcohol.
Be supportive and non-judgmental: Be supportive and non-judgmental towards the person. Avoid criticizing or shaming them, and instead, offer them positive reinforcement and encouragement.
Create a safe and supportive environment: Create a safe and supportive environment for the person to help them stay sober. This may involve removing alcohol from the house, avoiding places or situations where alcohol is present, or providing emotional support when they experience cravings or difficulties.
Set boundaries: Set clear boundaries with the person around their alcohol use and the impact it is having on your relationship. This may involve setting limits on their behavior or refusing to enable their drinking.
Celebrate successes: Celebrate the person’s successes, such as going a certain number of days without drinking or attending a support group meeting. Use these successes as motivation to keep going.
Remember, quitting alcohol is a difficult journey that requires ongoing support and commitment. By encouraging and supporting their decision, educating yourself, helping them find resources, being supportive and non-judgmental, creating a safe and supportive environment, setting boundaries, and celebrating successes, you can help the person in their journey towards a healthier, sober life.