Alcoholism, a dependency to alcohol, is an extreme
condition. For family and friends of an alcoholic, being forced to stand by and
watch the individual spiral can prove quite frustrating. If you’re seeking
change in the life of an alcoholic loved one in addition to yourself, an
intervention may be the route for you! In this entry, we will discuss the best
techniques and strategies when creating an intervention letter.
Significance
During alcohol intervention, family and friends create letters in an effort to avoid chaos and excess
emotion during the intervention. Without these letters, anger and frustration
can quickly become a main focus; creating additional barriers on path to the
main goal of the intervention: getting the alcoholic to seek treatment.
Intro
Each intervention letter consists of three parts and should
not run longer than 2 pages. The introduction of your letter should communicate
how much you care for the individual in question.
Body
Your letter’s body should include reasons why the individual
should seek help. Cite recent instances where the alcoholic’s behaviors have
hindered the life of both the alcoholic and those surrounding them.
Conclusion
Your conclusion should once again affirm your love for the
alcoholic, while requesting they accept help for their affliction. A
well-written letter is an essential aspect of any successful intervention.
Considerations
Prior the intervention, all participants should gather to
share their letters with one another. This will help ensure fresh content,
while serving as an editing platform to remove feelings of hostility, finger
pointing and blame.
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