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Old 03-27-2012, 08:16 AM
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digderidoo
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I think sometimes we put sponsors on a pedestal, especially new in recovery. When they make a mistake or we feel as they we've been let down it's easy to get resentful.

A sponsor's job is just to take you through the steps ... period. A consequence of taking you through the steps is that a relationship gets formed, but a sponsor shouldn't be viewed as a therapist, nor be available at the drop of a hat.

I always think that's it's good to get a small circle of AA'ers to be close to, people with good sobriety. That way as and when the sponsor is not available there are others to turn to.
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