mems

Hello yesterday and so far today is my first time sober in a long time. I am trying to find family support meetings in my area. Silverlake Los Angeles. My husband who is not an drinker would like to attend some alanon meeting with me before I jump into AA. Any advise.

Also after drinking a bottle or more of wine a night for the last 3 years. Will I have anyside effects?

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mems

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Rowan

Hi Mems,

Welcome to our recovery community. Have you talked to your doctor? It would be a good idea, as it can be dangerous to detox on your own.
I think it's wonderful that your husband is willing to attend Al-Anon.
I attend AA, and on occasion, Al-Anon. Both have been very helpful.
Please continue to post and help us get to know you better. There IS hope.

Rowan

Anna

Hi and Welcome,

It's always a good idea to talk to your dr before you stop drinking because it can possibly be dangerous.

I'm glad you found us and you will find lots of support and information here.

Maybe your husband would like to register also, and check out the Friends and Families forums that we have on this board. He'll find good support there.

Astro

Welcome, glad you're here! Every one of us has had our first day, many have had more than one. The important part is admitting that we're powerless and that we need help.

Here's the AA website for meetings in your area:
http://www.lacoaa.org/

One thought- Your husband might appreciate the support of Al-Anon by himself, and attend some open AA meetings with you later on. You'll figure out what works best for you, but that seems to work well for my girlfriend and I.

Here's some info on what to expect- http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...at-expect.html

Cathy31

If I were you I'd jump straight into AA, and also check out al-anon - only thing is I know from experience it's so easy to put off recovery, and i reckon if you DO jump in it's the best thing for you! good luck! GREAT STEP!
cathy31
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mems

Thank you very much for all the encouragement and ideas.

parentrecovers

nice to meet you, mems. my daughter is a recovering alcoholic/addict, and alanon meetings really help me. i go to open aa meetings with her some also. it's great that you have a supportive husband, and that you are reaching out for answers.

keep posting - recovery is possible.

blessings, k

Taking5

Gazillions of AA meetings in SoCal. In case you've never been to one, here is a good guide of what to expect:

http://www.bma-wellness.com/papers/F...0AA%20Meetings

mems

Sorry but I do not know how to reply to a reply. Please advise and thanks again. I am so glad I found this site.

GlassPrisoner

Welcome !!!!

parentrecovers

you're doing it right, mems...just click "post quick reply" and reply away

k

scarlati

To answer your question, yes there will be side effects. The link Astro posted will give you a good idea what to expect but it's not the exact same for everyone. In the long run you'll be much better off sober but the withdrawal can be pretty traumatic which is why some are telling you to see your doctor. Your body and mind will take some time to learn to function without alcohol and if it gets bad your doc may be able to give you something to ease the transition a little.

Welcome aboard.

Dee74

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welcome !!

D

weatherfreak

definitly talk to your dr. I tried doing it alone and got quite sick. Keep strong and AA is great