Originally Posted by
digdug 
You've had two relapses now. I'd suggest expanding your toolbox. Going to a few meetings a year isn't AA. Working the steps, preferably with a sponsor, is the program of Alcoholics Anonymous. You can also try addiction counseling, other recovery-based support groups, etc.
But trying to stay sober based on fear and demonization of alcohol isn't going to get you very far in terms of meaningful, long-term recovery.
You put the cards on the table. What you going to do differently this time?
Toolbox addition? What am I going to do differently?
I am not going to let my wife based peer pressure lead me to take a shot of Cognac.
Next time I drink the water in Mexico, I am going to live with the issue vs try and kill the bacteria with a shot of Whisky.
Those are my relapses. So help me God.
I will deal with new issues as they arise.
Based on online stats available with a Google search, there is no guaranteed way to assure recovery from addiction.
The first thing that pops up is AA has a 5 to 10% success rate.
That is scary, so please be nice.
I still love AA. Lots of people just like me. I disapprove of certain things..blah blah blah...but what do I know.
I am doing ok and I am not drinking anymore.
Thanks to those that agree and disagree. I need supporters and I need folks to challenge me.
I asked for it.
More hugs and tough love feedback is always welcome.
Truly yours in sobriety.
Thanks.