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04-10-2013, 08:12 AM

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FreedomWon

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Join Date: Apr 2013

Location: High Desert, CA

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Quote:

Originally Posted by FlyerNation

Participation is certainly lacking in many aspects of AA. Yesterday I wanted to ridicule a group of girls there for no other reason I'm sure than the court demands it. My home group has more and more people coming in and many not actually listening just looking at the walls, whispering like the rest.

It's alot like this forum. Don't get me wrong this place is great but this place is more about allowing a person to talk and discuss thier issue than always seeking advice. You rarely see threads continue after the first day or two, as if the OP's problem went away.

Thanks FlyerNation3905880,
I agree with you. I know people reading this thread may think it's harsh, but I don't feel we're coming from a place of harshness. My desire is to be sober and to feel listened to if I speak and to share the respect of listening to others so they'll get well. As it is, I am reluctant to speak oftentimes because the distraction in the room makes me feel as if I could have stayed home and listened to an AA tape and simply journal my thoughts.
Blessings to you,

Freedom