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Old 09-09-2020, 11:01 AM
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Bobbieka
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I have read The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober, it's a great book. There are a lot of others I think you could relate to. Drinking a Love Story was probably one of my favorites. But, truth is, the books didn't make me sober. The work did. Showing up when I said I would. Going to meetings. (whatever source you choose) And, supporting others and doing service work.

What didn't get me sober was excuses. "Jesus Camp", AA is too religious, etc. I made all of those. Until I finally just went all in and said, I'm freaking doing this. Whatever it takes. If I hear something that isn't aligned with my belief system, I do what they say and "take what I need and leave the rest".

I hope you find what you are looking for, but I believe you have a great start, being here. You can do this.
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