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Q: Recovery

asked by: rjbiz on December 30th, 2003

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In february 2003 I started to go to aa. It has changed my life for the better. So much so, that I am going back to college to gain a counseling degree. If your life is being driven into the ground by alcohol and drug abuse, please go to a meeting it does not cost you anything, it gives you a reprieve during your day to begin your day over. To share with others who have been there and know what you are going through. I thought I was unique, that nobody would understand.
This is the first time on this site, and I just wanted to share this with someone. I have my life back and I owe it to the fellowship of aa. I have tried churchs, abstinence, denial, and in almost one year I have been able to accept 44 years of alcohol being an unwanted presence in my life. It is no longer welcomed. Thanks for letting me share. Laughing

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hmrjnh

replied on January 22nd, 2004

New User

Thanks For Sharing

I totally agree with you. Aa and na meetings are the only way to start on the road to recovery. I was using drugs and alcohol for almost 8 years, and then I went to rehab. Through rehab I was introduced to aa and na meetings. I can honestly say they saved my life. Through the support of my family, the people at meetings, and most importantly god, I have been clean and sober for almost 2 years in april. Meeting makers make it.

letterz02

replied on January 24th, 2004

New User

Congradulations to both of you I am very happy to hear someone has changed there old ways.My husband is drug addict. He has been for 5 years. I wish I could say the same for my husband

Boston

replied on January 29th, 2004

New User

Congratulations to your wanting to recover. It's not easy. Rolling Eyes

I grew up with an alcoholic father.. He's now sober 10 years, but it was hard to accept that this was going on as a young person. I now admire his courage, strength and willingness to get well.

My son has been sober for 2 years. He's a drug addict, and went through an excruciating 12 week rehab in utah. It saved his life. He's gone to aa meetings and na. They're a saving grace.

Addiction can be inherited, but one can learn to live their life without these things.

Thanks for sharing.. And much luck in your continued fight.

san54

replied on January 29th, 2004

Experienced User

Recovery

I commend you. It is tough and brave of you. My mother, over 30 years ago died of cirrosis of the liver from drinking. And my brother is recovering. It is a tough battle and you are stronger when you do it.
Bravo :d Smile

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