Recovery may also not be a concept you’re used to, and you may not feel equipped to embrace the challenges that recovery can pose in a relationship. While the prospect of becoming more romantically involved may make you somewhat giddy, keep in mind that dating an addict in early recovery or learning how to deal with anyone in recovery isn’t necessarily a linear progression.
The old adage that “Love is blind” may have some validity, but you should exercise precaution before you take that next step to deepen or start a relationship with a recovering alcoholic or addict. If you are interested in getting involved with someone, yet you have just found out that this person is in recovery, you likely will be wondering if this fact is something to be concerned about.
