Thread: Sponsors in AA?
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Old 02-10-2007, 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Morning Glory View Post
Example: I went to a meeting tonight and asked this guy to sponsor me. When I said I was an atheist and cannot use a HP he told me he couldn't sponsor me and told me I would fail without a HP. I was offended and felt isolated and alone. I need the support of a group to stay sober. How can I continue meetings when those in this group have this attitude?
That's been me more times than I can count. Knowing that situation is my only choice makes me feel defeated before I even try.
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