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I finally went to my first meeting ever

Old 10-11-2014, 08:33 AM
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I finally went to my first meeting ever

Yesterday I called in sick to work and told myself I had to do something, make some step in the right direction. This past week has been horrid, and I've gone around in circles trying to decide what to do. I considered everything from meetings to rehab to suicide. Yesterday I had to make a decision, so I decided to start at the obvious place, the simplest and the one I've resisted for years. Go to a meeting. So I found a LifeRing meeting and went to it, terrified, shaking from fear and withdrawal. And you know what? It was really good. It was 10 people, all very different, but all really kind and supportive. I don't fully understand how this will play into my recovery and how to use it effectively, but I'm sure that will become clear if I stick with it, which I intend to do. It was a good step, and I'm proud of my stubborn self.
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Old 10-11-2014, 08:39 AM
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Wow, that is great and definitely took guts. Good for you for making the move to do something positive for yourself. I am right there with you, feeling frustrated and beat down by this but am determined to make it happen. You sound determined too and your actions definitely speak to that. I'm really happy for you. Sending you support.
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Old 10-11-2014, 08:52 AM
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Briar, going to a meeting is awesome! It will cure the part of your brain that ails from alcohol.
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Old 10-11-2014, 09:14 AM
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I go to AA meetings for the support. For the understanding I've my problem.

If meetings help you, then go. To ALOT of them.

Well done on the first one.
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Old 10-11-2014, 09:42 AM
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Old 10-11-2014, 09:53 AM
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Way to go Briar.
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Old 10-11-2014, 10:07 AM
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It's great that you are doing what works for you to recover.
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Old 10-11-2014, 10:13 AM
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Good for you, Briar. Be proud.
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Old 10-11-2014, 10:29 AM
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I'm really glad you chose this option... some of the others sounded really lousy.

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Old 10-11-2014, 12:23 PM
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Thanks for all your support and encouragement. It feels good to be taking a positive step for a change.
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Old 10-11-2014, 03:34 PM
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Really glad to hear it was helpful Briar

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Old 10-11-2014, 03:49 PM
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Nice, Briar - I'm glad you're feeling so positive. Things will continue to improve - you're doing great.
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Well done on making the meeting
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