Addictions...

Come in all types, shapes and forms. We can become addicted to just about anything we come across. It's an internal battle we face that challenges us from deep in our souls. Some addictions are what I would consider mild or tame while others can lead to the destruction of everything we know. When we are faced with these things we are not concerned with the effects that these actions will have on our "loved ones". Self gratification is the only thing we are concerned with. Now if you come across a friend, lover, peer with one of these self destructive traits hat should you do? You you drop hints, speak bluntly or offer help to this individual; or do you simply ignore and try to act as if nothing is the matter. If we choose to ignore; unknowingly we become immediately affected. Our attitude, respect and behavior around this person will change causing a strain in the relationship. If you confront the person you can immediately expect DENIAL, anger and resentment because you are forcing them to face a problems that they are fighting hard to keep a secret from those around them. 

But if you care for someone regardless of anything you will be doing an injustice by keeping the information to yourself. Reach out and confront the situation.. In the end at least you know that you had the best intentions and even of the person shuns you; you can still walk with your head held high...