mrjive55

Hi Guys, I am new to sober recovery, and recovery in general. To give you a background I started using in my mid 20's, and by the time I was in my late 20's, totally out of control. 3 years ago was forced into NA by my parents, I slowed down my using but didn't stop. My life still revolved around it, and I was powerless. I never really bought the twelve step approach, seemed too weird. In January I lost my job, and made a decision that I wanted to get clean. I used a handful of times over the next few months, then in April something clicked and I knew I would stay clean. It's been 4 months now and I love being clean. The first few months, I put my reservations towards NA aside and worked the program. Within the last month or so, I've started to lose interest in the program. I know I'm gonna stay clean, and understand what I have to lose if I use again (everything). I"m trying to figure out where NA comes into play. I always want to attend meetings on some level and speak to ppl on the phone. However, that's about it. I don't have a real desire to work steps, change my personality or basic beliefs. Another issue I have is the NA approach towards recovery. It is defined as complete abstinence from all drugs. I never had a problem with alcohal. I certainly understand the dangers, but don't see a danger in socially drinking. I told this to my sponsor and he said to do a 90/90 and see how I felt. My opinion hasn't changed, although I have not taken a drink yet. Anyway, I'd love to get feedback from people both in and out of NA/AA.

Thank you

mrjive55

Thanks Anvilhead

sugarbear1

Go ahead. What do you have to lose? Although alcohol withdrawal can be bad....

CarolD

mrjive55....
As you have another thread going on this subject in our NA Forum...
and we do not allow duplicates....this thread is closed in favor of the other.

If anyone wishes to share...here is the link to the first one...

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...-recovery.html