Alcoholics Anonymous

Aquaman · Aquaman

I'm not working the program. I'm tired of the program. I want to be sober and I'm bored. So, It's become a 24oz. here...a 24oz. there. Got that Illusion of Control going on.

David W · David W

I know all the right words and how sobriety sounds and looks on people around me. I've studied the Big Book enough to know that head knowledge is not enough. My faith is so small. The only way I know how to care about life always leads to constant worry. I am so so sad and I just don't know why. Why can't I let my...

SUSIE · SUSIE

Not sure whats wrong with me????? Had a busy summer getting every thing done for my daughters wedding. It was stressful but hung in there. Wedding was beautiful and to be honest very glad to have it over. Held my head high with the ex husband and my ex best friend in attendance. Stayed in my program. ...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

. . . no society of men & women ever had a more urgent need for continuous effectiveness & permanent unity. We alcoholics see that we must work together & hang together, else most of us will finally die alone. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 561 Just as the Twelve Steps of A.A. are written in a spec...

gladlee · gladlee

"My peace it is that gives quietness and assurance forever. My peace that flows as some calm river through the dry land of life. Success is the result of work done in peace. Only so can work yield its increase. Abide in Me, and I in you, so shall you bring forth much fruit. Be calm, assured, at rest...

gladlee · gladlee

"Rest in Me. When tired nature rebels, it is her call for rest. Rest then until My life-power flows through you. Have no fear for the future. Be quiet, be still, and in that very stillness your strength will come and will be maintained. The world sees strength in action. In My kingdom it is know...

Jerry F · Jerry F

One of the members on the Al-Anon board shared this message there and I suggested that she share it here...she wasn't able to get on the board here so asked for my support...Here it is. Jerry F My son's friend decided (while under the influence) that his addiction was too much to handle. While in the de...

magicangelz · magicangelz

trying to live the sober life...yet one more time...sometimes i think that 'constitutionally incapable' part was added in specifically for me...start at step one i suppose..i am powerless over drugs and alcohol....help me please...

transamsam · transamsam

Here I called and he called and the attention was great, I would just light up when I saw his name on my phone....just love his voice...he was an angel from heaven, a Gift from god...now it total silence.

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Do we lay the matter before our sponsor or spiritual advisor, earnestly asking God's help & guidance - meanwhile resolving to do the right thing when it becomes clear, cost what it may? TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 86-87 My belief in a Higher Power is an essential part of my work on Step N...

pinkchip · pinkchip

At least this time I wasn't drunk. Not gonna drink over it either. New day...time to find the solution to this problem.

David W · David W

Through this last post where I stated my grand idea of getting drunk and turning myself to prison in TN, I have realized that I was holding on to control. Even control that leads to my own demise. As I begin to allow God to have complete control of my life, I every once and a while get the feeling of being spac...

John · John

I know there are many times when we wonder... why do we keep trying, why we keep holding on, why we keep letting go, why we keep silent, why we keep screaming, why we keep pushing, why we keep pulling, doing so much, and yet there is no one else we are foolin... it all hurts, and we don't want to hurt any more....

HeatherK · HeatherK

Hello everyone! I'm back from summer vacation and have missed you! It's great to see that so many of the core group have stayed sober. I am 14 months sober and life is good. I did a lot with the fellowship this summer, went on 3 sober campouts and countless AA picnics, barbeques, etc. I'm staying spiritua...

gladlee · gladlee

"Hidden in a sure place, known only to God and you. But you must dwell therein. No fitful visit, a real abiding. Make it your home. Over that home shall My shadow rest, to make it doubly safe, doubly secret. When fears assail you and cares trouble you, then it is because you have ventured out of tha...

Hellotoall · Hellotoall

Been consistent drinker since freshman yearnin high school...thirty years later decided to stop....binge drinker with a problem...three days a weak real heavy...my biggest fear is losing my friends...spent first Friday and Saturday night at home alone with wife and kids....we have a close cir...

Rajeev · Rajeev

Hi, i am rajeev an alcoholic, as i did 1-9 steps as in big book of aa now to do 10, 11, 12 i want some suggestions, coz now no obssesion to drink but my biggest blocks are as am married i have sex relation with a widow, i masterbuate daily, smoke regulaly, tape 2 diabetic, no exercises poor life style, wastes t...

pinklily18 · pinklily18

I just binged drank for four days straight and made a big fool of myself in front of new friends. It made me really reevaluate my reltionship with alcohol. I stopped drinking this morning and now am experiencing some alarming side effects. I'm shaky and exhausted but can't fall asleep. I keep sufferi...

Frodo · Frodo

Hi all, Haven't been posting recently as I just don't seem to have enough hours in the day now. That life thing that I'd been avoiding for 15 years was still out there only this time around it's a great place to be so I'm having a bit of an explore and I'm getting reacquainted with the world. I'm a little over...

pinkchip · pinkchip

...is none of my business. Of course I know this saying like the back of my hand. Along with..."Don't allow others to live in your head rent free." My problem is that some AA lessons are easier for me than others. I think I have a good AA foundation. I have tried to work the steps to the best o...

ANGELINA · ANGELINA

here i go again x my daughter marriage is going through a very bad patch and dhe is drinkinking a couple glasses of wine slowely.she says she says to herseil"i am drinking this because i like it not because i need it!"told her her higher power is warning her RIGHT?

Chris_Campos · Chris_Campos

Hello everyone, This will be my first time posting on these forums. I am in recovery myself, sober for 3 years and 356 days now. What brings me to join a forum such as this one are several different things. 1) I am a full-time student and time is hard to come by,2) I live in a small town and good meetings are ev...

TwelveSteps · TwelveSteps

I just thought I'd post because it often comes up on this board that newcomers aren't sure what to do with the "Higher Power" idea if they don't believe in a god or gods. I often point out that I'm an atheist and my HP is the network of people, institutions, and beliefs that help support me and po...

PhillyAnonymous · PhillyAnonymous

Hi there! I was hoping that I could get a little feedback on something, so here's my situation... Every time I go to and from a certain meeting I always pass by a homeless man who is always drunk but is very nice and always waves at me as I ride past him on my bike. Tonight I saw him asleep at the bus stop and sinc...

barisax · barisax

I love to listen to newcomers, at least those that are willing to share. It brings me back to what it was like. The anger, pain, bewilderment - or just being overwhelmed with simple day to day problems that have piled up out of control. I know it all too well. A lot of newcomers are told to sit down and sh...

StPeteDean · StPeteDean

Another trip to the Blue Ridge to work on my house. Likely be out of range of the interwebs. PM Danielle or John with concerns. See you on thursday my brothers and sisters.

mikef · mikef

Morning and blessings of this day! Welcome newcomers and those been around for few cups of coffee. Today I get back to work after 17 days vacation,in Florida,at the Fair,much travel and family contact,truly a blessing and many plans for our future move to Florida in 10 months are coming to fruition(i...

gonee · gonee

Today is my eldest born birthday. She is 29. I am 23 in AA. The best sober years in recovery have been spent with them. I thank God that He stopped me in time & I did not wreck their lives as well. All glory & honour to my Lord & Saviour Jesus Christ for being in her life & guiding her. Without G...

transamsam · transamsam

I am sad over a relationship in AA, and it hurts and my stomach is sick and I would usually go get a drink, but I have no desire to do that. I know the worst is that. Just wish, I could be loved by this man, or just loved. I havent had a relationship in 9 years and I feel like a kid and a failure

Cliodude · Cliodude

As my alcoholism got worse and worse my appetite diminished. I wanted to eat, and was not avoiding it just to drink, but nothing sounded good. It really was a chore to eat. I've only been sober for nine days now but my appetite is coming back in full force. This also happened about three weeks ago befo...

gonee · gonee

My wife was very ill last night. I stayed up praying for her & seeing to her needs. I kept monotoring her breathing, nebulising & bringing medication for her until she fell asleep. A far cry from my drinking days. I would be passed out, never knew how my kids were. Today I can be a good father &...

Lance Romance · Lance Romance

I am Lance and I am an alcohlic!I need to figure something out and I didn't want to do it with any of the groups that I am a members of because I don't want to give anyone a bias opinion about my sponsor who I believe can help others. He is a great sponsor but he messed up in my personal situation.I just asked h...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

They [the Promises] will always materialise if we work for them. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p.84 Sometimes I think: "Making these amends is going too far! No one should have to humble himself like that!" However, it is this very humbling of myself that brings me that much closer to the sunligh...

butterfly · butterfly

No one knows but my life is falling apart...I drank again tonight and I don't know what I said to my husband but it wasn't nice and he went to bed made at me so lost right now.

bluebee · bluebee

Hi Everyone, I had a pretty devastating day at work yesterday. To make a very long story short, I had an opportunity to speak in a conference as part of my job. This is something that I have worked very hard for - I went back to school to get my masters and to bust my ass trying to become more knowledgable in my...

gonee · gonee

Worked with a newcomer today, 63 years old shaking & withdrawing badly. I went with him to a meeting. After the meeting I saw a new man. He went to the secretary, picked up the venue list & literature. He told me I am now ready to start a new life in AA. The AA book says that we do not want to miss this &a...

hellokitty1978 · hellokitty1978

i feel completely lost right now...if i could kick my cocaine habit why am i having so much trouble with alcohol. i am going through withdrawl right now and i feel like i don't have the strength to make it throught this. any words of wisdow for me would be greatly appreciated.

John · John

Just in case there are any MIPer's in the state of Virginia I thought I would post this. I will be the opening speaker for the Tri-City Area Conference at 6pm on Friday, October 21st at 6pm. I antisipate going with the theme of the conference which is called "Keep It Simple". However, it will be fitted i...

Cliodude · Cliodude

I haven't had a drink in eight days and I feeling much better. I've got some bad blood tests though and I am just hoping for the best. Bilirubin is high; spleen is inlarged, enzymes are high. Anyone have experience with liver regeneration? Even if I never have another drop of alcohol again, can I sti...

leeu · leeu

Another day may be another story, but for today I am astonished at the simplicity of maintaining sobriety by not taking a drink. I am grateful for those days--which are probably about 90% of all my days for the past two decades--during which it actually seems easy. During those times when it is not so e...

Lance Romance · Lance Romance

Mormons, we truly are no different than any of the christian community. Our beliefs are exactly the same as all the rest of the christian community out there-Jesus is our savoir too. We do have a bit more (not less) written doctrine and in it we note "do not drink" and "do not smoke"...

Fyne Spirit · Fyne Spirit

In my home town we have a lot of trouble getting members to go on 12 step calls. The mantra is "get yourself to a meeting near you" and I notice the same advice is frequently given on this forum. It's scary. Advising people in withdrawals, full of fear, to just front up to a room full of happy stra...

gladlee · gladlee

"A consciousness of My presence as LOVE makes all life different. The consciousness of Me means the opening of your whole nature to Me, and that brings relief. Relief brings peace. Peace brings joy. Beyond all words is My love and care for you. Rejoice in it. Walk in My love. There is a sprin...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

We asked His protection & care with complete abandon. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 59 I could not manage my life alone. I had tried that road & failed. My "ultimate sin" dragged me down to the lowest level I have ever reached &, unable to function, I accepted the fact that I needed h...

Larry_H · Larry_H

Just a quick post to let all my MIP friends know what is happening to me. I went to my urologist yesterday for a followup on tests that were done to determine the cause of kidney pain I have been experiencing . I received some very unexpected results. My left kidney has a stone, is atrophied and is not funct...

Jade · Jade

I'm having a hard time at the moment because I know that I have a drinking problem, and logically I know I need to quit, but by the time 4 pm rolls around my thinking has changed to how much I don't want to quit and I end up drinking again. I'm wondering how others have been able to move past this or do you just r...

pinkchip · pinkchip

I am traveling over the long weekend with my partner. He is in a convention while I have lots of free time here in Salt Lake City. As my sponsor suggested, and as I learned to do whenever going away, I checked for meetings here upon getting situated. I was like "there probably wont be any meetings...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Made direct amends to such people wherever possible . . . TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p.83 When I survey my drinking days, I recall many people whom my life touched casually, but whose days I troubled through my anger & sarcasm. These people are untraceable, & direct amends to them ar...

gladlee · gladlee

"Arms, sheltering arms, express the loving tenderness of (your Father) in heaven. Man, in his trouble and difficulty, needs nothing so much as a refuge, a place where none and nothing can touch him. Say to yourself, "He is my refuge." Say it until its truth sinks into your very soul...

gladlee · gladlee

Look to Me for all. Rely on Me for all. Drop those burdens, and then, singing and free, you can go on your way rejoicing. Encumbered with them you will fall. Drop them at My feet, knowing surely that I will lift them and deal with each one as is truly best. 365 One-minute Meditations from God Calling...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Slipping a 24oz. at a time. (Preview) I'm not working the program. I'm tired of the program. I want to be sober and I'm bored. So, It's become a 24oz. here...a 24oz. there. Got that Illusion of Control going on.	Aquaman	22	867	Sep 19, 2011 by turninggrey
	Falling apart inside (Preview) I know all the right words and how sobriety sounds and looks on people around me. I've studied the Big Book enough to know that head knowledge is not enough. My faith is so small. The only way I know how to care about life always leads to constant worry. I am so so sad and I just don't know why. Why can't I let my...	David W	12	1195	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Just out of sorts...... (Preview) Not sure whats wrong with me????? Had a busy summer getting every thing done for my daughters wedding. It was stressful but hung in there. Wedding was beautiful and to be honest very glad to have it over. Held my head high with the ex husband and my ex best friend in attendance. Stayed in my program. ...	SUSIE	8	649	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ We Stand-Or Fall-Together & 24hrs a Day (Preview) . . . no society of men & women ever had a more urgent need for continuous effectiveness & permanent unity. We alcoholics see that we must work together & hang together, else most of us will finally die alone. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 561 Just as the Twelve Steps of A.A. are written in a spec...	Sobrietyspell	1	517	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Assurance (Preview) "My peace it is that gives quietness and assurance forever. My peace that flows as some calm river through the dry land of life. Success is the result of work done in peace. Only so can work yield its increase. Abide in Me, and I in you, so shall you bring forth much fruit. Be calm, assured, at rest...	gladlee	2	504	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Quiet Strength (Preview) "Rest in Me. When tired nature rebels, it is her call for rest. Rest then until My life-power flows through you. Have no fear for the future. Be quiet, be still, and in that very stillness your strength will come and will be maintained. The world sees strength in action. In My kingdom it is know...	gladlee	1	544	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Sharing a Share (Preview) One of the members on the Al-Anon board shared this message there and I suggested that she share it here...she wasn't able to get on the board here so asked for my support...Here it is. Jerry F My son's friend decided (while under the influence) that his addiction was too much to handle. While in the de...	Jerry F	3	691	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	newbie again (Preview) trying to live the sober life...yet one more time...sometimes i think that 'constitutionally incapable' part was added in specifically for me...start at step one i suppose..i am powerless over drugs and alcohol....help me please...	magicangelz	15	804	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Still miss my AA love and wish there was a way to turn the clock back, get a second chance (Preview) Here I called and he called and the attention was great, I would just light up when I saw his name on my phone....just love his voice...he was an angel from heaven, a Gift from god...now it total silence.	transamsam	4	878	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ Peace of Mind & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Do we lay the matter before our sponsor or spiritual advisor, earnestly asking God's help & guidance - meanwhile resolving to do the right thing when it becomes clear, cost what it may? TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 86-87 My belief in a Higher Power is an essential part of my work on Step N...	Sobrietyspell	1	557	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Totaled my car (Preview) At least this time I wasn't drunk. Not gonna drink over it either. New day...time to find the solution to this problem.	pinkchip	6	706	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Deeper surrender after pain (Preview) Through this last post where I stated my grand idea of getting drunk and turning myself to prison in TN, I have realized that I was holding on to control. Even control that leads to my own demise. As I begin to allow God to have complete control of my life, I every once and a while get the feeling of being spac...	David W	4	635	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	The impossible becomes possible... (Preview) I know there are many times when we wonder... why do we keep trying, why we keep holding on, why we keep letting go, why we keep silent, why we keep screaming, why we keep pushing, why we keep pulling, doing so much, and yet there is no one else we are foolin... it all hurts, and we don't want to hurt any more....	John	1	524	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	I'm back! (Preview) Hello everyone! I'm back from summer vacation and have missed you! It's great to see that so many of the core group have stayed sober. I am 14 months sober and life is good. I did a lot with the fellowship this summer, went on 3 sober campouts and countless AA picnics, barbeques, etc. I'm staying spiritua...	HeatherK	7	684	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Dwell There (Preview) "Hidden in a sure place, known only to God and you. But you must dwell therein. No fitful visit, a real abiding. Make it your home. Over that home shall My shadow rest, to make it doubly safe, doubly secret. When fears assail you and cares trouble you, then it is because you have ventured out of tha...	gladlee	1	511	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Four days sober and scared (Preview) Been consistent drinker since freshman yearnin high school...thirty years later decided to stop....binge drinker with a problem...three days a weak real heavy...my biggest fear is losing my friends...spent first Friday and Saturday night at home alone with wife and kids....we have a close cir...	Hellotoall	11	1063	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	spiritual growth (Preview) Hi, i am rajeev an alcoholic, as i did 1-9 steps as in big book of aa now to do 10, 11, 12 i want some suggestions, coz now no obssesion to drink but my biggest blocks are as am married i have sex relation with a widow, i masterbuate daily, smoke regulaly, tape 2 diabetic, no exercises poor life style, wastes t...	Rajeev	11	755	Sep 19, 2011 by Wren
	My first 24 hours without alcohol (Preview) I just binged drank for four days straight and made a big fool of myself in front of new friends. It made me really reevaluate my reltionship with alcohol. I stopped drinking this morning and now am experiencing some alarming side effects. I'm shaky and exhausted but can't fall asleep. I keep sufferi...	pinklily18	10	3690	Sep 18, 2011 by DesertSong
	Just checking in (Preview) Hi all, Haven't been posting recently as I just don't seem to have enough hours in the day now. That life thing that I'd been avoiding for 15 years was still out there only this time around it's a great place to be so I'm having a bit of an explore and I'm getting reacquainted with the world. I'm a little over...	Frodo	5	626	Sep 18, 2011 by carlasober
	What other people think about me (Preview) ...is none of my business. Of course I know this saying like the back of my hand. Along with..."Don't allow others to live in your head rent free." My problem is that some AA lessons are easier for me than others. I think I have a good AA foundation. I have tried to work the steps to the best o...	pinkchip	11	1567	Sep 17, 2011 by StPeteDean
	warning signs. (Preview) here i go again x my daughter marriage is going through a very bad patch and dhe is drinkinking a couple glasses of wine slowely.she says she says to herseil"i am drinking this because i like it not because i need it!"told her her higher power is warning her RIGHT?	ANGELINA	8	1503	Sep 16, 2011 by ANGELINA
	Methods of Remembrence & Resilience (Preview) Hello everyone, This will be my first time posting on these forums. I am in recovery myself, sober for 3 years and 356 days now. What brings me to join a forum such as this one are several different things. 1) I am a full-time student and time is hard to come by,2) I live in a small town and good meetings are ev...	Chris_Campos	3	927	Sep 15, 2011 by Chris_Campos
	Example of My (Non-God) Higher Power Working For Me (Preview) I just thought I'd post because it often comes up on this board that newcomers aren't sure what to do with the "Higher Power" idea if they don't believe in a god or gods. I often point out that I'm an atheist and my HP is the network of people, institutions, and beliefs that help support me and po...	TwelveSteps	4	5346	Sep 14, 2011 by ReginaFalangees
	The fine line between attraction and promotion... (Preview) Hi there! I was hoping that I could get a little feedback on something, so here's my situation... Every time I go to and from a certain meeting I always pass by a homeless man who is always drunk but is very nice and always waves at me as I ride past him on my bike. Tonight I saw him asleep at the bus stop and sinc...	PhillyAnonymous	8	1571	Sep 14, 2011 by HeatherK
	Newcomers Talking (Preview) I love to listen to newcomers, at least those that are willing to share. It brings me back to what it was like. The anger, pain, bewilderment - or just being overwhelmed with simple day to day problems that have piled up out of control. I know it all too well. A lot of newcomers are told to sit down and sh...	barisax	2	534	Sep 14, 2011 by Bob K
	Back to the Mountains (Preview) Another trip to the Blue Ridge to work on my house. Likely be out of range of the interwebs. PM Danielle or John with concerns. See you on thursday my brothers and sisters.	StPeteDean	6	596	Sep 13, 2011 by happycamper
	Back at it! (Preview) Morning and blessings of this day! Welcome newcomers and those been around for few cups of coffee. Today I get back to work after 17 days vacation,in Florida,at the Fair,much travel and family contact,truly a blessing and many plans for our future move to Florida in 10 months are coming to fruition(i...	mikef	3	703	Sep 13, 2011 by happycamper
	I stopped in time! (Preview) Today is my eldest born birthday. She is 29. I am 23 in AA. The best sober years in recovery have been spent with them. I thank God that He stopped me in time & I did not wreck their lives as well. All glory & honour to my Lord & Saviour Jesus Christ for being in her life & guiding her. Without G...	gonee	2	694	Sep 13, 2011 by mikef
	What is the fourth diminsion (Preview) I am sad over a relationship in AA, and it hurts and my stomach is sick and I would usually go get a drink, but I have no desire to do that. I know the worst is that. Just wish, I could be loved by this man, or just loved. I havent had a relationship in 9 years and I feel like a kid and a failure	transamsam	8	659	Sep 12, 2011 by transamsam
	Nine days sober and hungry as can be (Preview) As my alcoholism got worse and worse my appetite diminished. I wanted to eat, and was not avoiding it just to drink, but nothing sounded good. It really was a chore to eat. I've only been sober for nine days now but my appetite is coming back in full force. This also happened about three weeks ago befo...	Cliodude	6	1753	Sep 12, 2011 by TwelveSteps
	A new heart. (Preview) My wife was very ill last night. I stayed up praying for her & seeing to her needs. I kept monotoring her breathing, nebulising & bringing medication for her until she fell asleep. A far cry from my drinking days. I would be passed out, never knew how my kids were. Today I can be a good father &...	gonee	5	652	Sep 12, 2011 by LinBaba
	Sponsor Trust Problem (Preview) I am Lance and I am an alcohlic!I need to figure something out and I didn't want to do it with any of the groups that I am a members of because I don't want to give anyone a bias opinion about my sponsor who I believe can help others. He is a great sponsor but he messed up in my personal situation.I just asked h...	Lance Romance	17	1360	Sep 11, 2011 by Lance Romance
	Daily Reflections ~ Recovery by Proxy? & 24hrs a Day (Preview) They [the Promises] will always materialise if we work for them. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p.84 Sometimes I think: "Making these amends is going too far! No one should have to humble himself like that!" However, it is this very humbling of myself that brings me that much closer to the sunligh...	Sobrietyspell	1	527	Sep 10, 2011 by Mr_David
	:( (Preview) No one knows but my life is falling apart...I drank again tonight and I don't know what I said to my husband but it wasn't nice and he went to bed made at me so lost right now.	butterfly	7	1069	Sep 10, 2011 by pinkchip
	I Am Proof That This Program Works (Preview) Hi Everyone, I had a pretty devastating day at work yesterday. To make a very long story short, I had an opportunity to speak in a conference as part of my job. This is something that I have worked very hard for - I went back to school to get my masters and to bust my ass trying to become more knowledgable in my...	bluebee	7	725	Sep 10, 2011 by Fyne Spirit
	Newcomer (Preview) Worked with a newcomer today, 63 years old shaking & withdrawing badly. I went with him to a meeting. After the meeting I saw a new man. He went to the secretary, picked up the venue list & literature. He told me I am now ready to start a new life in AA. The AA book says that we do not want to miss this &a...	gonee	2	595	Sep 10, 2011 by Fyne Spirit
	why is this so hard... (Preview) i feel completely lost right now...if i could kick my cocaine habit why am i having so much trouble with alcohol. i am going through withdrawl right now and i feel like i don't have the strength to make it throught this. any words of wisdow for me would be greatly appreciated.	hellokitty1978	17	1232	Sep 9, 2011 by pinkchip
	Speaking at Tricities conference in Va. 10/21 (Preview) Just in case there are any MIPer's in the state of Virginia I thought I would post this. I will be the opening speaker for the Tri-City Area Conference at 6pm on Friday, October 21st at 6pm. I antisipate going with the theme of the conference which is called "Keep It Simple". However, it will be fitted i...	John	6	587	Sep 9, 2011 by pinkchip
	Eight days sober (Preview) I haven't had a drink in eight days and I feeling much better. I've got some bad blood tests though and I am just hoping for the best. Bilirubin is high; spleen is inlarged, enzymes are high. Anyone have experience with liver regeneration? Even if I never have another drop of alcohol again, can I sti...	Cliodude	6	3230	Sep 9, 2011 by pinkchip
	simple, not easy (Preview) Another day may be another story, but for today I am astonished at the simplicity of maintaining sobriety by not taking a drink. I am grateful for those days--which are probably about 90% of all my days for the past two decades--during which it actually seems easy. During those times when it is not so e...	leeu	4	598	Sep 9, 2011 by Mr_David
	Mormons are Alcoholics too! (Preview) Mormons, we truly are no different than any of the christian community. Our beliefs are exactly the same as all the rest of the christian community out there-Jesus is our savoir too. We do have a bit more (not less) written doctrine and in it we note "do not drink" and "do not smoke"...	Lance Romance	12	2229	Sep 9, 2011 by Mr_David
	What ever happened to the good old 12 step call? (Preview) In my home town we have a lot of trouble getting members to go on 12 step calls. The mantra is "get yourself to a meeting near you" and I notice the same advice is frequently given on this forum. It's scary. Advising people in withdrawals, full of fear, to just front up to a room full of happy stra...	Fyne Spirit	18	6574	Sep 9, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Walk in My Love (Preview) "A consciousness of My presence as LOVE makes all life different. The consciousness of Me means the opening of your whole nature to Me, and that brings relief. Relief brings peace. Peace brings joy. Beyond all words is My love and care for you. Rejoice in it. Walk in My love. There is a sprin...	gladlee	2	443	Sep 9, 2011 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ "We Asked His Protection" & 24hrs a Day (Preview) We asked His protection & care with complete abandon. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 59 I could not manage my life alone. I had tried that road & failed. My "ultimate sin" dragged me down to the lowest level I have ever reached &, unable to function, I accepted the fact that I needed h...	Sobrietyspell	2	516	Sep 9, 2011 by Mr_David
	I am in charge of the action, but God is in charge of the results (Preview) Just a quick post to let all my MIP friends know what is happening to me. I went to my urologist yesterday for a followup on tests that were done to determine the cause of kidney pain I have been experiencing . I received some very unexpected results. My left kidney has a stone, is atrophied and is not funct...	Larry_H	3	620	Sep 8, 2011 by mikef
	getting started (Preview) I'm having a hard time at the moment because I know that I have a drinking problem, and logically I know I need to quit, but by the time 4 pm rolls around my thinking has changed to how much I don't want to quit and I end up drinking again. I'm wondering how others have been able to move past this or do you just r...	Jade	17	1019	Sep 8, 2011 by barisax
	Rock on Salt Lake! (Preview) I am traveling over the long weekend with my partner. He is in a convention while I have lots of free time here in Salt Lake City. As my sponsor suggested, and as I learned to do whenever going away, I checked for meetings here upon getting situated. I was like "there probably wont be any meetings...	pinkchip	6	1549	Sep 8, 2011 by barisax
	Daily Reflections ~ Emotional Balance & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Made direct amends to such people wherever possible . . . TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p.83 When I survey my drinking days, I recall many people whom my life touched casually, but whose days I troubled through my anger & sarcasm. These people are untraceable, & direct amends to them ar...	Sobrietyspell	1	1076	Sep 8, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Everlasting Arms (Preview) "Arms, sheltering arms, express the loving tenderness of (your Father) in heaven. Man, in his trouble and difficulty, needs nothing so much as a refuge, a place where none and nothing can touch him. Say to yourself, "He is my refuge." Say it until its truth sinks into your very soul...	gladlee	3	481	Sep 8, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Drop Those Burdens (Preview) Look to Me for all. Rely on Me for all. Drop those burdens, and then, singing and free, you can go on your way rejoicing. Encumbered with them you will fall. Drop them at My feet, knowing surely that I will lift them and deal with each one as is truly best. 365 One-minute Meditations from God Calling...	gladlee	3	554	Sep 7, 2011 by hellokitty1970
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