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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Kayak1
Kayak1

Hello everyone, it's good to meet all of you. I am 40 years old and a single dad. I have been sober for about 7 yrs now and I am attending school for my BA in human sevices with a concentration in addiction. Who would have thought. Addiction is a very powerful thing and I know I just want to keep moving foward and never go back to that dark place where I was before. Again it is nice to meet everyone.

gr8tful2be
gr8tful2be
hi there Kayak1! Welcome to our little corner. Congrats on your sobriety. Regarding never going back to that "dark place". You never have to go back if you don't want to. Again, welcome! Hugs Dianna
Dragonfly1969
Dragonfly1969
Welcome, and congrats on 7 years. It was a very dark place, and I am a changed woman to some extent, but sometimes I do feel like a stranger in my own life. I keep going to meetings, and reading, reading, and reading about this disease. I also go to my therapist once aa week. I NEVER want to be part of that life again either. Glad you joined.
judgefitness
judgefitness
Knowledge equals power and power gives us the ability to help others - well done for turning your life around and being a role model for your kids!
You are en route to making a difference, not just with what you’ve learned but (and more importantly) with experience. Be proud xx
jeffneedshelp
jeffneedshelp
Kayak, it’s hard to believe, isn’t it.

Congrats on your sober life! How’d you do it?
LastAcorn99
LastAcorn99
What an amazing story, Kayak! God’s best to you!
1is2many
1is2many
Thats good news. Congrats and welcome!
1is2many
MrDavid
MrDavid
Hello to all. I will have 6 years next month. After a terrible accident and then back surgery, I had to recreate me. I went back to school and I got my associate in chemical dependency. I work at a behavior hospital, and I am to relate and draw creative visuals for the client. I am in purpose, and I am pursuing my Bachelors in Social work. I love the road I am headed down with school, and helping others. destiny has showed up.
jeffneedshelp
jeffneedshelp
Way to go Mr David
Miralee
Miralee
Welcome and well done on 7 years sober and turning your life around. It's great to hear yours and Mr David's success stories. Wish you all the best :-)
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