Hi David,
I'm not an AA person either, but I do think people need some sort of support.
The first three years I was sober, I was on my own and used books as my support system. Then, I found SR and I've been here for over 3 years and this is now my lifeline. I have learned an enormous amount here and grown a lot. I have learned how to let go of the guilt and shame and how to leave a peaceful and serene life.