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Tricky,
Recovery IS a life and death situation.
"It's none of my business what other people think about me".
Do what's right. If you feel more comfortable with AA, then go. I am not a perse drug addict - I certainly know I have the ability to become one though! I am an alcoholic and have endured all sorts of stuff...my favorite was the "cross-addicted" and "poly-addicted" phase!!! Not trying to make fun. Seriously, in our area, it's very rare to introduce yourself as simply an alcoholic. NA is not very strong in our area either. Back a number of years ago there was a huge conflict between a number of people that were in both fellowships...but that has smoothed over. What's the answer...if you're an addict, you're an addict. If you want to "fit in" say you're an alcoholic. The only requirement for AA membership is a desire not to drink. As long as you have that desire, you are welcome at meetings. To thine own self be true. Work the steps, get the sponsor and work with the sponsor. Pray/meditate. The rest will follow and it will get easier.
Good luck on your journey,
Jen
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