The part of the brain
that deals with logic
is NOT the part of the brain
that gets addicted
so you can’t talk someone
out of alcoholism.
The part of the brain that is logical
is the same part of the brain
that when too exhausted
manifests the symptoms of depression;
so it’s too late
for logic.
The good news is that
your depressed, alcoholic friend
has a secret weapon… YOU!
Visit him every night,
and since depression is exacerbated,
if not caused,
by systemic inflammation
ply him with his favorite HEALTHY foods;
everybody loves fruit.
Just listen,
and be silly
and goof off.
Watch his favorite silly movies,
show up with nerf sabers or pistols,
and play and have fun.
And when he initiates
and asks for help
together watch that video
about forgetting to drink.
Remember how playful
Yoda was with Luke
in “The Last Jedi,”
and doubt thou not
the healing power of tom-foolery!
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