How do I tell my family that they aren't helping, rather, hurting me in my recovery
niceHero28
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Sep 7, 2015
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You can tell them that you need some time to help yourself out. That you just need to work on it by yourself, sometimes that is all we need to do.
Anonymous
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Jan 11, 2015
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Telling them how you feel and how everything affects you might be a way. At the moment they might not understand how you're feeling because they're simply not you.
Anonymous
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Jan 12, 2015
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Be VERY direct. Family often has difficulty listening to other family members. Be respectful, but be direct.
AKewlListener
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Jun 19, 2017
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You have to be very conservative with your family because you have to put into your mind that they love you very much and they only want what is best for you. The best you can say is to put them down easy and show some empathy by saying quotes such as: "I understand you are trying to help me and I appreciate that but..."
starryRiver83
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Feb 17, 2015
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Maybe a good way to tell them is by stating what it is that you would prefer them to do. When people worry about someone, they can be slightly unhelpful, though they feel they are doing their best. But if you feel that there are some things they shouldn't do, then don't be afraid to speak up about it.
Randy1
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Apr 8, 2015
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Directly and honestly. Many people, including family, mean well when they try to help people in recovery, but most have no real idea how to help, so they fumble with their words or say things that hurt but that are meant to help. Educate them. If you go to meetings, take them with you to one. I did that a few times. It's good for parents to see others going through the same thing.
miaesh
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Apr 10, 2015
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you can find a good time to tell them how you feel about their behavior and what its doing to you. you should talk about it and find a solution together. as a family
PoliteOcean
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Oct 26, 2015
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If you are feeling this way, you need to do what is best for you. And for starters, if you know they are not helping you in your time of need, you need to be honest about your feelings with them. Good luck!
olimaar
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Oct 26, 2015
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Tell them how you feel about their help. Don't straight up tell them that they aren't helping, but ask for a different perspective. Most people don't know how to help because they have never been through what you are going through, so get them to realize your situation.
cuddlyBreeze53
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Nov 9, 2015
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Tell them nicely that you appreciate their help but because it only made your problems worse, they should just do nothing and support you in their hearts.
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