Originally Posted by
Done4today 
I am an AA goer and the program changes for me as I evolve. I personally agree with you Rebeljedi that non approved literature can be helpful. I am open to read any and all recovery programs. I like that AA is structured with the goal to not only get you sober (dry) but to attain sobriety (happy, joyous, free). The best aspect I learned from AA is the suggestion to work with others. Volunteering and helping others has given me more than I can express.
I hope that you find the perfect program for you RJ. It might be a combination of of different programs.
Good luck and many prayers
I too find a balance in a mixture of different approaches. I like to listen to AA meetings and other peoples ESH and also like to use the AVRT rational approach when I am by myself. Its weird because they sort of contradict each other but its whats working for me and I think thats what the main idea is to find something that helps you not drink and have a better quality of life. But what do I know?