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- Wed Mar 28, 2018 3:26 pm
- Forum: The Family Afterwards
- Topic: It’s always darkest before the dawn
- Replies: 11
- Views: 6882
Re: It’s always darkest before the dawn
One thing I have experienced is, I cannot assume everyone (especially the non-alcoholics we interact with) are spiritually fit. With that awareness, I can let go of interim dark spots in life. Even after a decade of sobriety, I still have to deal with resentments that others carry against me. When ...
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 6:50 pm
- Forum: The Family Afterwards
- Topic: It’s always darkest before the dawn
- Replies: 11
- Views: 6882
It’s always darkest before the dawn
I’ve touched on my experiences during the past few weeks in another discussion but I’d like to dedicate this one to hearing other people’s experiences from similar situations. I’ll begin by saying that while I’ve been sober for a month I did have a week-long bout with N/A beverages that ended with a...
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 1:10 pm
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: Forgiveness
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6258
Re: Forgiveness
A lot of normal folk think we are just trading addictions and they still are not getting attention they want. You might suggest she attend an Open Meeting with you or find a meeting of her own http://al-anon.org/ Another thing? It might be that she is feeling "safe" to express her long standing res...
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 11:12 am
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: Forgiveness
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6258
Re: Forgiveness
Thanks for the kind words and suggestions Brock. I know her and our current situation well enough to know not to ask. To ask for something that I am not entitled to would literally enrage her. It’s not how I would like to think that I would react but I can’t be sure... and as much as I’d like to tel...
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 8:02 am
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: Forgiveness
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6258
Re: Forgiveness
Now, weeks later, the well is still dry but I accept that it may never be full again and I may never be able to draw on it again. I’m learning to live a changed life, effect the positive changes that I can and accept those that I cannot. 'Weeks' is a fairly short time-span, though HUGE when you're ...
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 7:24 am
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: Shameless-TV Serial
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2520
Re: Shameless-TV Serial
I’ve only seen the American version but I think that his son “Lip” is more relatable than his father, who seemingly has no regard for anyone, whereas “Lip” is resentful towards himself and regrets his actions.
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 6:41 am
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: Forgiveness
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6258
Forgiveness
At the last meeting of my home group we discussed “foregiveness” and “gratitude” and how our experiences as alcoholics could be related to these extremely powerful words. I learned a lot and was inspired by many of the members who shared so I thought I would post here and ask for others online to sh...
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 5:59 am
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: All Quiet On The Western Front
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3201
Re: All Quiet On The Western Front
Thank you for posting your encouragement Brock. To any newly sober readers out there I’d like to say that this online community has been a powerful resource for me over the past few weeks and can really help get a person from one meeting to the next or help to answer questions that you may not feel ...
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 5:54 am
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: Warning Signs
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3775
Re: Warning Signs
Thank you for sharing Peter. I am similarly dysfunctional when it comes to ignoring warning signs and ignoring/denying my own alcoholism was a contributing factor to the now dysfunctional nature of my own marriage, which time and adhearance to the principles of AA may or may not remedy. Acceptance o...
- Mon Mar 19, 2018 4:17 pm
- Forum: Globe Trudgers
- Topic: AA in New Zealand
- Replies: 9
- Views: 13528
Re: AA in New Zealand
I wasn’t a member of AA while living in NZ for 18 months but I can say in all honesty that it is the most amazing country I’ve ever visited and wish every day that I had never left! Enjoy!
- Mon Mar 19, 2018 3:35 pm
- Forum: For the Newcomer
- Topic: Are Non-alcoholic Beverages a safe alternative?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 7923
Re: Are Non-alcoholic Beverages a safe alternative?
I am an Alcoholic. But Alcohol was but a symptom of my Illness. My Illness was Spiritual, Mental, and Physical. Drinking N/A, Coffee, Soda, water doesn't cause the same effect. If one found theirself, sneaking it in the house, waking up on the middle of the night for a swig, leaving some in their b...
- Sun Mar 18, 2018 4:56 am
- Forum: For the Newcomer
- Topic: Are Non-alcoholic Beverages a safe alternative?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 7923
Re: Are Non-alcoholic Beverages a safe alternative?
Good analogies Peter! Thank you!
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 5:45 pm
- Forum: Discussions
- Topic: Need advice
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6988
Re: Need advice
Hi Shoreline,
I don’t feel as though I’m experienced enough to give you any advice but I’d like to chime in with my support for you and some encouragement. Your home group is out there and they need you as much as you need them! Keep that in mind and don’t give up.
I don’t feel as though I’m experienced enough to give you any advice but I’d like to chime in with my support for you and some encouragement. Your home group is out there and they need you as much as you need them! Keep that in mind and don’t give up.
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 5:20 pm
- Forum: But We Aren't a Glum Lot ...
- Topic: Therapy on demand, plus eggs!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4294
Re: Therapy on demand, plus eggs!
Unreal isn’t it? It’s like attending a meeting almost and definitely an invaluable way for me to avoid mistakes.
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 4:26 pm
- Forum: But We Aren't a Glum Lot ...
- Topic: Therapy on demand, plus eggs!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4294
Therapy on demand, plus eggs!
I’m always amazed at how sitting down and watching my chickens pecking around the yard can improve my mood. I try to spend at least 5 minutes twice a day with them and today during an especially difficult marital spat they helped me to stave off my cravings. So, does anyone else enjoy this wonderful...