I rang al-anon.
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I rang al-anon.
I did it. I rang al-anon. And they were lovely and understanding. And now I am crying in my car because i feel like i have to pack a backpack to climb an enormous mountain. I know I will need sunscreen, sun hat, snow boots, an emergency beacon, clothes, snacks, chocolate, coffee, a note book, a phone, phone charger, thermal underwear, water, raincoat, binoculars. Its going to be so heavy and i dont know if i can do it. The journey of 1000 miles begins with one small step. I rang al-anon so I suppose I just stepped forward. Just doesn't feel like it.
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The backpack is already packed, selected just for you by Higher Power/Universe/God/Great Spirit with everything you need. Lightweight. Waterproof. Filled with good surprises.
Whether you believe or not (athiests and agnostics welcome), good things come from taking these steps. We're not alone. Many of us are going through this --- and finding happiness, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not.
Whether you believe or not (athiests and agnostics welcome), good things come from taking these steps. We're not alone. Many of us are going through this --- and finding happiness, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not.
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Originally Posted by Mango212 
The backpack is already packed, selected just for you by Higher Power/Universe/God/Great Spirit with everything you need. Lightweight. Waterproof. Filled with good surprises.
Whether you believe or not (athiests and agnostics welcome), good things come from taking these steps. We're not alone. Many of us are going through this --- and finding happiness, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not.
Whether you believe or not (athiests and agnostics welcome), good things come from taking these steps. We're not alone. Many of us are going through this --- and finding happiness, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not.
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Your reply is so cute wombaticus, don't forget your pack of tissues.
What is it about al-anon that makes everyone cry?
Well I'm going to hazard a guess, it may be two things.
One, you had to pack the backpack because you know all these things have to be face.
Two and I think this is really it and perhaps the most important, you find people and you just KNOW they want to help and they know exactly what you are going through. The tears are probably mostly relief.
I'm happy you found them (and they get the benefit of knowing you too!)
What is it about al-anon that makes everyone cry?
Well I'm going to hazard a guess, it may be two things.
One, you had to pack the backpack because you know all these things have to be face.
Two and I think this is really it and perhaps the most important, you find people and you just KNOW they want to help and they know exactly what you are going through. The tears are probably mostly relief.
I'm happy you found them (and they get the benefit of knowing you too!)
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Originally Posted by trailmix
Your reply is so cute wombaticus, don't forget your pack of tissues.
What is it about al-anon that makes everyone cry?
Well I'm going to hazard a guess, it may be two things.
One, you had to pack the backpack because you know all these things have to be face.
Two and I think this is really it and perhaps the most important, you find people and you just KNOW they want to help and they know exactly what you are going through. The tears are probably mostly relief.
I'm happy you found them (and they get the benefit of knowing you too!)
What is it about al-anon that makes everyone cry?
Well I'm going to hazard a guess, it may be two things.
One, you had to pack the backpack because you know all these things have to be face.
Two and I think this is really it and perhaps the most important, you find people and you just KNOW they want to help and they know exactly what you are going through. The tears are probably mostly relief.
I'm happy you found them (and they get the benefit of knowing you too!)
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It sounds like you've reached a point of surrender & that's big.But empty the backpack; you'll never be able to fully prepare for whatever rears it's ugly head anyway. Those old tools didn't work, but the new ones you'll learn along the way will overflow that pack without all the weight on your shoulders.
Have Faith that what you need will appear when you need it & it will. I truly believe this & have found it to be 1000% true across the board for me.
It's okay to break down in order to rebuild; that's not weakness - it's True Strength. Go ahead & cry until you're ready to be done, it's cathartic & cleansing. We have ALL been there, many times.
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Originally Posted by trailmix
Your reply is so cute wombaticus, don't forget your pack of tissues.
What is it about al-anon that makes everyone cry?
Well I'm going to hazard a guess, it may be two things.
One, you had to pack the backpack because you know all these things have to be face.
Two and I think this is really it and perhaps the most important, you find people and you just KNOW they want to help and they know exactly what you are going through. The tears are probably mostly relief.
I'm happy you found them (and they get the benefit of knowing you too!)
What is it about al-anon that makes everyone cry?
Well I'm going to hazard a guess, it may be two things.
One, you had to pack the backpack because you know all these things have to be face.
Two and I think this is really it and perhaps the most important, you find people and you just KNOW they want to help and they know exactly what you are going through. The tears are probably mostly relief.
I'm happy you found them (and they get the benefit of knowing you too!)
you, and strangers see you cry
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