I am wondering what everyone's thoughts are on AA in regard to addicts. There seems to be some animosity (may be too strong of a word) towards addicts from AA members. My Rehab would take us to AA meetings and I remember hearing wispers from AA members that we shouldn't be there, and that it was no place for addicts. NA seems to be totaly inclusive and am wondering why AA is not (at least thats my perception). I think that everybody can agree that alcohol is a drug. And I've seen it on SR a little also.
For a long time I thought I was unique, I was a better drinker, I had rules. Now, I see myself (as an alcoholic) the same as any addict. Although I have had my beefs with AA, I like their meetings a little better than the NA meetings in my area. That doesn't mean i don't go to NA, I'm going to one tonight.
I also know people who are in SA and go to AA, but they won't tell anybody that they are in SA for fear of retribution.
What do you guys (I use that in the nongender sense) think.
PS. I really like Father Martin's speech on how if you take the water out of alcohol you get ether or a similar form.