Thanks for the input. It is what I expected - just needed to hear it. His sponsor and I have developed a very close friendship over the past few years. I believe the friendship would exist outside the relationship with the SA, but a few times the lines have been blurred, particularly lately. The SA is dealing with the emotional and physical effects of a dire cancer diagnosis and the need to balance strong painkillers with a history of addiction. I am concerned that balance is tipping in a dangerous direction.
As a trusted friend told me, there may be no playbook for this. It's a matter of doing what feels right, reaching out when help is needed and acknowledging that I won't do the right thing every time.
Thank you all for helping me today.