Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Intervention

Challenge #58

Do you need an intervention? Do you know of others that you think are in need of an intervention? That is, the support of a number of people to help from an addiction of substance abuse? Interventions are typically designed for someone who is unable to stop abuse on their own. Sometimes we don't realize when we do need an intervention from something addictive that others may see as harmful or destructive to us. This can go from drugs and alcohol to addictive behavior in relationships leading to physical harm and domestic abuse. Some people will shy away from speaking their mind and taking action in such a situation, not wanting to get too involved or may think that it could make matters worse.

I challenge you to be proactive and step up to the plate if there is a situation in which you feel and think an intervention would help. It can be done gently or aggressively, depending on the severity of the situation. Also realize that you aren't alone, that you can do this with a group of others that share in the desire to help another. One intervention could save a life...ask yourself which you choose to do...

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