ABSTRACT
The Law/Gospel or sin and grace dialectic gives a sound framework for making practical, pastoral interventions with individuals in trouble with alcohol and other mind altering drugs. The simple concept of “Flashing Your Brights” refers to taking action about someone else's problems without taking responsibility for them. Drivers often “Flash Their Brights” at oncoming motorists whose headlights are switched off. The one flashing is caring without being co-dependent. Five methods of flashing brights into the delusional darkness of the chemically dependent individual are detailed.