Sounds like you’ve got it handled.
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I agree completely with your view of AA. Not saying it dosent help many, but its not for everyone. I think u can read my only post(i think) to hear some of my story if ud like. Its a bit lengthy so thatd be easier. Hang in there my guy
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Alcohol is a drug
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Yes it is. Anything you have to detox off of is consider TOXIC and an UNHEALTHY SUBSTANCE.
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As someone once told me on this platform looks like you haven't hit rock bottom yet so go back out there till you do..that guy was just like you. Shaun was his name and he was fool who didn't know much either.
Stop harassing me and commenting.
I too didn't find what I needed from aa and I was a drunk. I tried it for several weeks. I was simply trying to regain control and find joy in my life again. I met some great people, but I also met a lot of not so great people. Despite the advice I got, none of it seemed to be catered towards what I was trying to find. I felt like I was surrounded by people who only wanted me to be defined by sobriety and I didn't want that. I wanted my life back, and be defined by struggles overcame. My mom has been in AA for nearly 30 years and swore it would never work without "the steps". Eight years later she says she can't understand how I managed to get this far in sobriety without it. She's amazed. I told her when happiness is your end goal, and your mind is set towards finding it then I don't feel like anything will stand in between you and that goal. AA isn't for everyone. We all relate differently. We all identify with our issues different and we all want for different things that require a different avenue. I can say that AA did help me at least shape out what I needed to be successful in sobriety. I would encourage anyone who's lost in the fray to at least try it!! Try it long enough to connect with what it is you're actually after. You can't say it doesn't work if you don't at least give it a honest try.
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Finally a breath of fresh air.. thank you. Thanks very much for this.. exactly what I'm asking for and was looking to hear.. congratulations on that many years and being happy.
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Life gets to be about whatever you want to make it buddy. Don't let angst overwhelm you. You sound like you're struggling a little and I get it. But those are all triggers. And trotting your teeth to stay sober means you're not quite fitting the pieces where they belong. Lay that aggravation down for a spell and see how it feels. If in a week, you feel like you're missing something by not carrying that weight, well pick it back up! There's no real definitive way to maintain itornfind joy. You gotta find what works for you man. Life is worth living. I tell people all the time if sobriety wasn't worth it - I'd still be drinking. Because I don't play into false effects on life. Go with what works and do it as well as you can.
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In the USA-worldwide 3 million strong. Aa
From CT too
There are a variety of meetings.
Also check out mountainside treatment center for online meetings
Every Sunday at 5pm
Starting May 1st @ 5pm
In person Refuge Recovery meeting
Exit 18 i95 CT
Kaia yoga & meditation
877 Post Rd E, Westport, CT 06880
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Virtual meditation
Some peers in recovery are meeting to start the week off right. No meeting.
Meditation & personal check in
630 am Monday mornings
MONDAY MEDITATION & MEPS
Here is the link:
Thank you.
After drinking for decades, I have an immediate family member that quit drinking for good after becoming a born-again Christian through the church (no AA at all). Perhaps this is a path you can look into to find a sense of peace. Good luck.
I have lots of issues with AA, but for those that find it helps, more power to you. We each need to find our own path.
I myself am currently attending an intensive outpatient program, and I love it. Starting next week, I graduate to the "general" program. Thankfully, they also have an alumni program that has multiple groups per week. I'm looking forward to that!
How’s by it going guys??