I've just come to terms with being an alcoholic. Something I've wondered if I was for a while now. Since I've it said out loud, and now written those words about myself I actually feel relief. I'm in uncharted territory. This is tough to admit. With encouragement and education from this help center and others I can see a more healthy future for myself. Tomorrow I am checking out an AA meeting. Yikes!
My AA meeting went well. The leader made me (and other 1st timers) feel comfortable and seems like a cool group of people. I could see returning to this group. It was an "open" meeting which if I understand correctly means that any addiction is welcome, not just alcohol. Is that correct?
Question: When looking at AA meeting listings for locations does "closed" mean that I can or cannot attend? I'm confused. It seems there are many more closed than open meetings.
I congratulate you that you have admitted that you have a problem. That is a difficult thing to admit. You have taken a BIG first step.
Perhaps you can keep the daily diary that is offered here. I find that very helpful. Setting small goals helps too. I also checked out an AA meeting. Read others blogs. Great advice/stories/insight. Good people here.
Good morning and thankx to everyone who have given me encouragement and information.
Julie- I am hanging in there. Each day... sober day. Today is day 6.
A couple of questions... On average and statistically speaking: How long is it before the alcohol is out of a body? When does the brain stop giving subtle messages about drinking?
Not sure where you're at with your drinking Ali, but you can control it. It is hard. If you haven't already, try admitting that you do not have not control over your drinking. Doing that may bring relief and the ability to become sober. Try the tools here on this help center. Good luck.
You are brave to have sought help. Congratulations. Keep signing in.
Using the daily diary has really helped me. Try it-perhaps it can motivate you too. You'll be really proud of yourself when you can click that you have 0 drinks for 24 hour period. For that is my, and perhaps your, new normal-living 24 hours at a time sober.
8 oz. seltzer water, 2 oz. cranberry juice, 1 green packet of Stevia in the Raw (natural sweetener). Stir in an oversized container (it fizzes). Pour over ice. Squeeze in a slice of lime.
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