Alcoholism Support Group

Alcoholism is the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, even when it is negatively affecting your health, work, relationships and life. If you think alcohol is causing you to lose control, it's time to seek help. Our group is a safe place to vent, check in, get back up if you fall, and reach sobriety.

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Day one again. I'm so lonely I cant do this alone

blessedbylove
blessedbylove
The shame and guilt are overwhelming
I'm so sad and disappointed.
Tomorrow I'm going to my first meeting.
I'm getting a ride there this time.
candilion
candilion
I hope you go to the meeting. My first meeting was less than 3 weeks ago and i,was very afraid. Just make it in the door, don't be nervous and no one will expect you to share if you don't want to.

I haven't shared yet aside from introducing myself as a newbie but feel like I will soon.

Some of the stories will move you .... it's a good experience. I would try some different ones to see which ones you like. Don't give up if the first one is weird....because the 2nd or 3rd might be amazing.

Good luck.
rwmorey
rwmorey
I have been trying to get sober for more than two years. I've had lots of stops and starts. I'm on day 22 today after going 53 days and having a relapse. You can do this. We are all in this together!
1is2many
1is2many
I remember my first meeting. Dam the chairs were so close and I was sweating so badly. But I went back and actually went to two different meetings until I found a group I now call my home group. It took a couple of weeks but my head started to clear and for the first time EVER I found a solution. It works if you are ready and want to get sober

So how was the meeting?

1-2
Community LeaderExJerseyGirl2
ExJerseyGirl2
How was the meeting? Taking action is so important, and if you find a good group, you will build a strong support system to help you through any tough times.
patchedup
patchedup
You are powerful beyond belief - your not alone! And you just did what many others still havent, and wont do...you should feel proud! Cause im proud of you .. I think your winning. Every long journey, first begins w one small step!
jeffneedshelp
jeffneedshelp
How was your meeting?
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