Old 05-10-2008, 07:57 PM
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LosingmyMisery
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I think the program works best if it is worked as it is intended to work. When you start making alterations, you lose effectiveness.

Congratulation on 30 days sober. I know how difficult it can be in the beginning and I fully recognize your accomplishment. The disease is cunning, baffling and powerful. The program is meant to be worked with a sponsor for guidance. I knew nothing about sobriety. How could I be expected to guide myself through? I knew how to turn to drink. That is what I did and eventually my thinking, on my own, lead to relapse.

When I worked the program, as intended with a sponsor, I have gotten and remained sober. If you choose to stick with AA, I would strongly suggest a sponsor. If AA is not for you, work another program. I think it is in your best interest to continue to seek support. The disease is a deceptive one. Just when we are cruising along smoothly it will throw a bump into the road upsetting everything. I say...play it safe.

Good luck!!!
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