Co-Anon Do's and Don'ts

Do’s and Don’ts

  • Do forgive.
  • Do be honest with yourself.
  • Do be humble.
  • Do take it easy—tension is harmful.
  • Do play—find recreation and hobbies.
  • Do keep trying whenever you fail.
  • Do learn the facts about addiction and alcoholism.
  • Do attend Co-Anon meetings often.
  • Do pray.

  • Don’t be self-righteous.
  • Don’t try to dominate, nag, scold and complain.
  • Don’t lose your temper.
  • Don’t try to push anyone but yourself.
  • Don’t keep bringing up the past.
  • Don’t keep checking up on your addict/alcoholic.
  • Don’t wallow in self-pity.
  • Don’t make threats you don’t intend to carry out.
  • Don’t be overprotective.
  • Don’t be a doormat.