Comment Reply

Hey anon, we're glad you found empowher.com. The issue you describe here is something that other women on our site have experienced as well. You may find it beneficial to to check out this post.

And we're proud of you for seeing the benefits of cutting down on alcohol, especially as it involved fighting. And I have a few questions for you .... Did your boyfriend begin drinking after you started dating? Do you think he drinks to excess? If so, have you noticed any other lifestyle changes that would make you believe that he has an issue with substance abuse? If so, you may want to to check out this link as well. Perhaps what's motivating his drinking is also motivating his change in behavior toward you.

And a final question for you -- it sounds your boyfriend -- while full of kind words may not behaving in a way that is ideal for you. What keeps you in this relationship? Have you thought about your motivations for investing in this relationship long terms? Look forward to hearing more from you.