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Old 01-25-2010, 06:54 AM
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joedris
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Part of the problem is that you probably used alcohol to deal with all those issues in life that could make you angry. Without the crutch now, the anger is beginning to surface. Other emotions will likely follow. I think your experience is fairly common. I had all sorts of issues and emotions sprout up when I first got sober. What you have to do now is learn how to deal with those issues. Anger is not a good thing for an alcoholic as it leads to resentments and then you're right back drinking again. I'll go along with what Taz said. Go to AA or, if that doesn't work for you, find another sobriety program that will teach you how to deal with these things. It's all part of a successful recovery.
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