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I went to a meeting and group conscience afterward. 10 days of sobriety and I am meeting my sponsor tomorrow. Tonight I feel empowered by my interactions with other alcoholics.
And there are some fine women in AA. Trying to just focus on improving myself though.
And there are some fine women in AA. Trying to just focus on improving myself though.
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Great to hear Acheleus. Very happy that you are finding others to share with in AA. Keep in mind that many there are vulnerable ( both men and women ) and that everyone is there for help just like you. Glad you are focusing on yourself, the relationship thing can come later in life and in a different venue.
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It's great that you are getting involved in AA! Both my wife and I feel that it was very helpful to our early recovery. I still go to meetings, work, with a sponsor, and am going to sign up to be a secretary; she rarely goes to meetings now (we're at one year sober).
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Good stuff. Keep reaching out and interacting with people. It will keep you from isolating so you're not stuck alone in your head all day and night.
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Went to another meeting and had dinner with sponsor and someone who got a white chip. Feeling proud of myself. I realize how lucky I am to have a college degree and be in school teaching. My musical talent also attracts attention. I can do a lot of things that not everyone can do, and I feel blessed that, with sober time, I can learn to develop my talents further and help other people. Tonight I feel lucky to be in the fellowship. Getting out of my own head is essential. I still struggle with meeting strangers. Maybe I will feel more comfortable once my confidence improves.
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Isn't it awesome how going to some meetings and hangout out with sober people can really turn your mood around?
You start to think of the positives in your life, rather than focus on the negatives.
I haven't been to a meeting in almost 3 weeks and I'm really starting to feel it. I'm feeling a bit down and I'm tired of spending the majority of my time alone. To me, there is a direct correlation to my meeting attendance and hanging out with sober people to my mood and attitude. I can't wait until I am well enough to get back to my meeting routine.
You're on the right path. This is why AA helps people like you and me who tend to isolate and get stuck in our heads.
You start to think of the positives in your life, rather than focus on the negatives.
I haven't been to a meeting in almost 3 weeks and I'm really starting to feel it. I'm feeling a bit down and I'm tired of spending the majority of my time alone. To me, there is a direct correlation to my meeting attendance and hanging out with sober people to my mood and attitude. I can't wait until I am well enough to get back to my meeting routine.
You're on the right path. This is why AA helps people like you and me who tend to isolate and get stuck in our heads.
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Yes. Before the meeting I felt irritated and stressed out. After hearing people share I realized I was being childish and self centered. It was also nice to see a woman there I really like. I feel an energy around her that is positive. Getting sober is about getting out there and taking action.
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I'm so happy for you - You identified the problem, reached out, and are working on it. Be proud of yourself!
your story reminded me all too much of my graduate school experience. Please don't allow graduate school to drain you. I let it drain me - while taking all of my self esteem and what little was left of my withered soul I sought comfort in drinking - alot - frequently. Don't get me wrong it was all worth it
I have a graduate degree now - and I did learn alot! I just wish I would have realized that alcohol was making an already stressful experience even more stressful.
I'm not sure what your program is but put yourself and sobriety first!
your story reminded me all too much of my graduate school experience. Please don't allow graduate school to drain you. I let it drain me - while taking all of my self esteem and what little was left of my withered soul I sought comfort in drinking - alot - frequently. Don't get me wrong it was all worth it
I have a graduate degree now - and I did learn alot! I just wish I would have realized that alcohol was making an already stressful experience even more stressful.I'm not sure what your program is but put yourself and sobriety first!
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