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.
Guys, AA is truly changing my life. I have met such amazing people in such a short amount of time. I have been going to the Mon/Fri meetings where I pretty much see the same faces. I have met six different girls who are just the friendliest bunch. They told me that they all hang out a lot and keep in contact which is really amazing. They have all reached out to me and have been so supportive and kind. Last night was extremely hard for me, and I really needed someone to talk me through. After speaking to an old friend, one of the girls randomly called me and I burst into tears because the timing was perfect. She was in her own tempting situation and after we chatted I felt really good about going back in. After 27 days sober I was able to be around alcohol and get through my cravings. Having such an amazing support system has really given me the strength to fight this with all I have. What is even MORE amazing is that she told me that on Tuesday's is an all women's meeting, and tonight she is going to talk to them about having me read my letter. I am SO happy that they are so accepting, and I think it will be great to read it to all women because it is extremely personal. I just feel really grateful to have met such great people. Being around them has really opened my eyes, and to be quite honest, I'm considering the Twelve Steps now. At first I wasn't sure if it was for me, but I definitely want to try it out. These people are amazing, and although I've only been to AA a couple of times, I feel like when I walk through the doors I am home. I'm comfortable enough to be 100% myself, which has always been hard for me. I still have to find a home group and a sponsor, but I am sure that I will find that at one of my Tuesday meetings. Everything is starting to fall into place and I feel so motivated and inspired. I never thought that I could live a sober life, but as the days pass by I realize that sober life IS possible and it is wonderful...
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I invited Bill to have dinner with me last Sunday. He wasn't willing to drive 7 hours to mid Michigan and teased me with his beautiful ribs!!! So, of course I ate alone and had cedar salmon
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check out that smoke ring. It tasted really good. I smothered it with Maulls BBQ sauce which is Local to St. Louis and one of the best I ever had.....
God Bless
That was a heart-warming post and it is great to see you doing so well.
I admit that I am not the best at practicing the Twelve Steps to the letter as it were, but the little that I do practice has changed my life completely and it can be the same for you. Those women and other members will certainly be a big help to you so make full use of their support.
Just be a little bit cautious. Even the most supportive and well-meaning people can let you down at times as they are all human and will have bad days. Be prepared if or when that happens and don’t take it personally. If you progress through the Steps with a good sponsor, you will begin to put your trust in a Higher Power and in the suggested principles. Once you do that, you will be on course to a very bright future.
PJ it's interesting you mentioned being cautious because recently I was let down by the one person who I have been going through this journey with. She really hurt me, but I was willing to work it out and acknowledge what I did wrong, but she refused to do the same. It honestly broke my heart but I had to walk away from the "friendship". After all we are both of separate journeys and my sobriety and mental health has to come before my friendships.
But I have been feeling amazing lately and I'm very happy so that's all that matters!
Then, I went to more meetings. I wanted what they had. I read the big book over and over and I firmly believed in a higher power - whom I don’t call God. Your call the other night, is what I believe is the higher power in action.
Needless to say, over time probably 6 months, I had a sponsor and worked the steps. I felt truly free before my 1st birthday. I credit those steps with saving my life. Not because I was a down and out drunk, but because I was just a flat out asshole.
I never think about drinking,
Nor do I ever want one. I’m so grateful to AA.
Your share here makes me so proud to be a part of that connected community.
But today I try to do kind things to others , to help others and somehow I don’t need to drink when I feel good inside. I also thru a process have identified my defects.. I am full of jealousy and envy and also very concerned about what others think of me. Now I know these things and when they pop up I deal with them, not hide in a bottle.
Life is a finite time. I believe in G. o. D. Simply good orderly direction will keep me alive longer than if I’m bad.
1is2many
Ps. I suggest reading the stories in the back, first. The first 164 pages are something to be read with someone who has btdt. Also check out the chapter to the agnostic. It was a watershed to me
Also, since it's not AA related, don't be hurt if the chairperson says no to you reading a letter. If it was me, I might but I've been a sober alkie for over 25 years. I hope you get to do it.
I'm excited for you. Once you get a sponsor and begin the 12 Steps, a new world will open up for you. I'm rootin' for ya kid! Hugs, Dianna