Understanding people is more than just listening to the present moment & circumstances. It is a collection of events throughout their lives. It is listening from their perspective.
"Men and women drink essentially because they like the effect produced by alcohol. The sensation is so elusive..." (Alcoholics Anonymous). What is this elusive feeling?
Insanity is doing the same thing over & over again & expecting different results. This is a powerful daily motto for people in recovery, but how does it relate to recovery?