I just thought I'd jump on here and recommend a book which has really helped me, our family and so many people - James Cleary's "Atomic Habits". I'd recommend reading it yourself and there is a summary at the end of every chapter which is especially good for reluctant readers and reinforcing the key recommendations which for me have really worked. The key I found was reducing those first steps into real micro steps perhaps even so small that it seems like lifting your big toe more than a step but when they keep going, they start to add up. I hope that helps. Best wishes, Birdwings ... View more

Hi, I am sorry you are going through this. Like you we have a younger brother that has to see this behavior. I think for me this is the hardest part as there is no getting through to my 18 year old, he hates me and there is nothing I can do right in his eyes. I wish you the best of luck and wish I could give you some advice but nothing is working for me at this stage. ... View more

Thank you, I am sorry you have also had to go through these issues. Thanks for reaching out. ... View more