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Old 03-20-2016, 08:09 PM
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Hey all!

Here I am again. Giving it another go. Finally reached out to some family and friends today in order to tell them what's going on, something I have never done before. Going to give AA a shot this time too. Definitely a little nerve-wracking to be the newbie but figured it's time to try something new. Nothing specific to say other than hello and I look forward to reading your posts and reconnecting with you all. I remember this being a great group!

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Old 03-20-2016, 08:15 PM
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Old 03-20-2016, 08:26 PM
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Go for it!

It's not the easiest problem to solve, but it's solvable and there's more than one way to skin a cat. I used intravenous amino acid therapy to finally kick alcohol to the curb.

Good for you, putting your support system in place! You're absolutely right it's time to try something new! If at first you don't succeed, try try again...but don't keep trying things that haven't worked. Switch it up until you find what works so you can vanquish the problem!

Have you quit, or do you have a quit date planned?
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Old 03-20-2016, 08:32 PM
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Glad you are back, and congratulations on a great decision
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:20 PM
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Welcome back, Chris!

I hope you take advantage of all SoberRecovery has to offer. Read around and post often!

Ninety AA meetings in ninety days gives your sobriety a solid foundation. Do you have any questions or concerns about the program?
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Chris82 View Post
Hey all! Here I am again. Giving it another go. Finally reached out to some family and friends today in order to tell them what's going on, something I have never done before. Going to give AA a shot this time too. Definitely a little nerve-wracking to be the newbie but figured it's time to try something new. Nothing specific to say other than hello and I look forward to reading your posts and reconnecting with you all. I remember this being a great group! Chris
Welcome back Chris! If you need some extra support we have an amazing group in the March 2016 Class! Over 90 members! :-)
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:34 PM
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Welcome back, Chris!

I hope you take advantage of all SoberRecovery has to offer. Read around and post often!

Ninety AA meetings in ninety days gives your sobriety a solid foundation. Do you have any questions or concerns about the program?
Thank you for checking in about AA. I am quite overloaded in medical school so the 90-in-90 will be difficult. I just got of the phone with my brother who is a active AA member and think he covered most of my questions. I know it's just building up the courage to walk into the first meeting, which I am prepared to do. Thank you for reaching out and there is a good chance I might have some questions for you in the near-future.
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:35 PM
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Welcome back Chris! If you need some extra support we have an amazing group in the March 2016 Class! Over 90 members! :-)
Hey! Thank you for letting me know. Do I find this group under "New comers" link?
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:36 PM
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:42 PM
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Go for it!

It's not the easiest problem to solve, but it's solvable and there's more than one way to skin a cat. I used intravenous amino acid therapy to finally kick alcohol to the curb.

Good for you, putting your support system in place! You're absolutely right it's time to try something new! If at first you don't succeed, try try again...but don't keep trying things that haven't worked. Switch it up until you find what works so you can vanquish the problem!

Have you quit, or do you have a quit date planned?
Thanks for the great perspective! My quit date is today. Still a little nerve-wracking, especially when this is the first time I truly feel ready to stop. The "one day at a time" quote is definitely something I'll need to tell myself a few (thousand) times at first

Thanks again!
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:47 PM
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good to see you again Chris - welcome back

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Old 03-20-2016, 09:49 PM
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Here's the March thread and the 24-Hour Club:

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ml#post5861867

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ml#post5860856
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Old 03-20-2016, 09:51 PM
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Good luck in your journey Chris. AA and SR are both wondful. Stick around these forums and post when you are feeling funny. Gather up that courage and hit a meeting. This is a life or death disease.
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Old 03-20-2016, 10:02 PM
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Welcome back Chris! If you need some extra support we have an amazing group in the March 2016 Class! Over 90 members! :-)
Me again! It would be great to be added to the March list. Looks pretty long! Thanks again.
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Old 03-21-2016, 04:12 AM
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Welcome bk & nice to meet you
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Old 03-21-2016, 04:18 AM
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Welcome back! I hope you are successful this time and can get yourself sober for good.
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Welcome back Chris!!
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