Originally Posted by
Clearhead 
A lot of times the person who starts the topic can set the tone for the whole meeting. Something you can take away from that experience is knowing that time under your belt isn't everything. There's a reason those people keep going to meetings. Sobriety does get easier over time, but everyone still has the cravings every now and again. I find it refreshing knowing even the "old timers" are human and still struggle at times.
The phenomenon of craving is only a physical phenomenon. Our book is very clear on that. After 3 or 4 days, when the alcohol is out of your system, you will no longer have a craving. The mental obsession is another issue but it is not accurate to say that all old timers have them. Many find, as I have, that the obsession to drink has left them and never returns.indeed, that is one of the 10th step promises! Don't sell our program short!