Alcoholics Anonymous

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Breaking the Cycle of Addiction: How the Pain of the Past Can Motivate the Future by Becky Vollmer My father drank Budweiser for breakfast and Chivas for lunch. Then he usually crashed by early evening, leaving me guessing what he would've had for dinner. I'm fairly certain it wouldn't have been foo...

leavetherest · leavetherest

Confusion.......??????? I know what that is like. Continual and unrelentless beating yourself up for doing things which you know you shouldn't do....drinking, drugging, sexing, speeding, (well... I don't know all those things however, can relate to a few). LOVE YOURSELF! GOD LOVES YOU! Fix wh...

Keils · Keils

hi everyone I'm looking for a bit of advice. I started seeing a physiatrist for my mental health and she has put me on a low dosage of diazepam. I have been working the 12 step programme but my sponsor has told me that because I'm taking medication she can no longer work with me. I have sought advice but nobo...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Tanin · Tanin

Tell us if you're OK or how you're doing. Looks like you'll be getting big waves for awhile. Hope you are alright... -- Edited by Tanin on Saturday 17th of December 2016 01:53:07 PM

Baba Louie · Baba Louie

nowhere. I'm still here with you guys and girls. I read the posts almost every day. It helps me a lot. I don't really post myself, because I don't have a whole lot of anything new to add. It's still the same: life without alcohol is WAY easier. Its a lot easier to quit, if you have people around you that have a...

Travel an · Travel an

Hi folks, I'm struggling with a concept in the AA programme and it's the selfish and self centred bit. I can totally see how self centred behaviour selfish and self seeking behaviour were the root of our problems and drive our defects of character. I am now in recovery and am working the programme, I a...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

December 12, 2016Quote of the WeekTrying to pray is the same thing as praying. I didnt pray or meditate much before I got sober. If I did pray, it was either to keep me from getting into trouble, or to get me out of the trouble my selfish or self-seeking behavior got me into. As far as meditation went,...

Tanin · Tanin

Many of our old ideas--especially those about alcohol, about drinking, about getting drunk, and about alcoholism (or problem drinking, if you prefer that term)--prove either worthless or actually self-destructive for us, and it is a great relief to get rid of them. Living Sober, 1975 -- Edited b...

leavetherest · leavetherest

I have learned in the past year plus so much more than I thought I already had learned. For example... In AA... most all of the meetings I attended seemed to be very supportive.....the people friendly enough, and the atmosphere was one that welcomed other struggling alcoholics. My first experience...

Tanin · Tanin

Here is a nice story about Jay C. andd the 7 Clan Alcoholics Anonymous group.http://buffalonews.com/2016/12/04/qa-jay-clause-founder-tuscarora-aa-group-celebrating-45-years-sobriety/

MarcLacroix · MarcLacroix

http://autotrend.activeboard.com/t45070034/who-is-rajiv-khaneja-president-of-sparklit/

bikerbill · bikerbill

Or more rather eyup! Life moves on. Changes happen. I'm settled permanently in Scotland, left my employer of 35 plus years 2 years ago, run a modest little business restoring cut throat razors and teaching folks how to shave with them, deliver stuff for the local licenced grocer 5 half days a week, d...

saengericst · saengericst

I'm pretty new here and wanted to just throw in my suggestion based upon the welfare of alcoholics. I'm a student and currently undergoing the mobile app development coaching in a Toronto based institution. I'm currently working for an app which tracks the progress youve made by quitting anything,...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Honesty is not enoughAA tells us that we must be honest about our problems if we hope to overcome them. Some people seem quite willing to do this. But an honest admission alone does not solve our problems. We have to go beyond honesty by taking needed action to correct what's wrong in our lives.For examp...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

November 28, 2016Quote of the WeekKeep it simple; get stupid. Im a pretty complicated person. I not only tend to think about things, I like to over think them. What if this or that happens? Is one of my favorites. What will he or she do and what will/can I do if they do? On and on my obsessive thinking g...

NewDaniela · NewDaniela

Hi ...I'm curious and have questions about Antabuse...would be OK to have chocolate with butter rum filling? just got "pot of gold"chocolates...but don't want to get sick..thanx

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

John F is having some very severe health issues related to COPD ... please keep him in your prayers ... thanks Pappy

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving ... and to say I am thankful and grateful for all those here that participate in MIP ... I have been blessed over the years to have come to know y'all as brothers and sisters in recovery, you've added so much to my life and well-being ... God Bless you al...

rdy4change · rdy4change

Hi. I am new to this forum. I have been experiencing feelings of overwhelming guilt today. I have been in the program for years but had a major setback a few months ago. This morning I woke with with such an overwhelming sense of disgust within myself. I have 74 days behind me and feel confused as to why I am...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Nobember 21, 2016Quote of the WeekIf you are struggling to make a decision, do the right thing. Before recovery all my decisions were easy because they were all based on self. I choose the job that paid me the most with the least amount of effort it didnt matter that it was illegal. I choose relation...

Jakamo · Jakamo

In case anyone was wondering.

Roman · Roman

With a little over 100 days of sobriety and still learning about the program, I am interested in checking out conventions. How can I obtain a schedule of cities and dates for upcoming conventions? I'm also curious what exactly happens at these conventions? Any help would be appreciated.

Tanin · Tanin

I wish Steve Bentley had not mentioned Alcoholics Anonymous. It wasn't really necessary. I guess he couldn't resist. Maine Voices: Alcohol Clouding Gov.LePage's View By Steve Bentley. September 4, 2016 I go to jail every Monday night at the pre-release center in Portland to put on an Alcoholics...

poi77 · poi77

Hi, some of you might remember me, but probably not. A long time ago I had identification problems but eventually jumped into recovery and I now have 4 years and have worked the steps. Over the past year plus, I have taken on sponsees. 2 are now dead and one is in prison. I have decided to stop taking on...

Roman · Roman

I might see if there are any meetings in my area on Thanksgiving day before I celebrate the day with friends and family. This will be the first Thanksgiving that I don't drink and it might be tough.

MelissaMM · MelissaMM

Starting antabuse tomorrow. Does anyone know if you can still drink O'Doul's while taking that medicine? ~Melissa

ranger550 · ranger550

Hello all you AA members, Back in 2012 after four years of sobriety, a woman who was in recovery about a year after I was, made me embarrassed by acting slutty towards me at a meeting. It was quite clear to me that she wanted to hook up, but I dont hit on women in AA and I am not used to woman who haven't the guts t...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

November 14, 2016Quote of the WeekKeep it green so you dont forget where you came from. Before recovery I had an amazing ability to recover from a nights or a weekends worth of debauchery. While one day I might swear off that kind of behavior with various promises to never drink that much again, or ne...

jenniferj · jenniferj

I'm currently out of town for work and the meeting schedules around here don't work with my schedule. I'd just like to chat with other alcoholics or to respond to any messages posted here. I'm nearing my one year and have a need to connect. Thank you!

Roman · Roman

I hope to make tomorrow 85, but Halloween is tomorrow. Kinda weird that I'm still counting days...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

November 7, 2016Quote of the WeekI want to be a doctor, but I dont want to become a doctor. When I was in my disease I was driven by a huge sense of entitlement. Rather than be a good partner in a relationship, I just did what I wanted and expected my girlfriends to put up with me. At work I felt my employer...

Instant Dharma · Instant Dharma

Hello M.I.P. My name is Dennis and I am an alcoholic. I have been a not so frequent visitor for almost a year, so I guess it's time to say 'hello'. As for Me, well, there is not much to say. I've been sober for the last 15 years, and counting. I've also been a full time dad and faithful husband for over a d...

MarcLacroix · MarcLacroix

The DeLorean is coming back in 2017. Imagine that!

Pablomoses · Pablomoses

Well, reading Sarah L. made me look at my med taking........ I have been taking meds for chronic shoulder pain, which I exaggerated at times and my doc. prescribed pain meds. Got sober from booze 2005, I haven't drunk booze since. But, I have been abusing the mood altering of the pain meds even when I'm n...

emmi331 · emmi331

For the past 3 months I have been sponsoring three different women. Two of them have had slips in the past year, one has three years of sobriety. They must want something I have, and I'm willing to share it, but these ladies do not seem to be putting recovery first. They each keep some appointments we m...

Zambiayum · Zambiayum

http://www.canadadrugrehab.ca/British-Columbia-Alcohol-Drug-Rehab-Programs.html

pinky4428 · pinky4428

I have a son who has been drinking and is in a motel ,wanting my help .I have tried to help but its not effective , my husband was just diagnosed with stage 4 cancer ,what can I do ? he needs to be in a rehab house but has no insurance and I can't afford to pay for one , any suggestions? thanks

Mommyjuice · Mommyjuice

I have been reading the posts on this site for a week. I no longer feel alone. I know I have a problem. Just trying to get the courage to do something about it. It's complicated as I also have mental illness issues. I won't bore you with the details. Just know that your wisdom and advice to others is slowly bu...

MarcLacroix · MarcLacroix

Swimming in a FishBowl Year after Year... That's sorta' how I've been feeling lately and I think the remedy is to do something constructive for others in the program. Anyone up for an MIP LookAndFeel UpGrade? Marc

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

October 31, 2016Quote of the WeekHave you prayed about it as much as youve talked about it? This quote could easily have said thought or worried about it as much as talked about it. Thats because before recovery thats all I did with my problems. Around and around Id go, rehashing problems, paintin...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

In Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Bill W. spoke of Rule 62.Don't take yourself too seriously.Just keep laughing. It is the best medicine.When you laugh, you look better and feel better.

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Sarah L · Sarah L

Hello, I am Sarah. I got sober in 2006, and stayed that way until 2012 when I herniated multiple discs in neck and got on pain pills. I could barely move my arms and was in serious pain. I had a 3 level fusion and stayed on the pain pills for nearly 2 years after the surgery. Finally I had enough, quit taking th...

Marva · Marva

Can anyone advise how to actually join a meeting in progress at aaonline? Not intuitive at all.

davep12and12 · davep12and12

Hi All, In a few weeks, I will be in Cairo on a Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, staying in the Garden City area, just south of Midan Tahrir. I have found information about the meeting in Zamalek on Friday at 2PM and I have found information about the Thursday meeting in the south of Cairo at Kasr-e...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

October 24, 2016Quote of the WeekIve never regretted something I didnt say Restraint of pen and tongue was a foreign concept to me when I arrived in the rooms. Before recovery I was quick to speak my mind even when my mind wasnt made up it didnt matter. I was quick to retaliate for perceived wrongs, q...

lux_and_i · lux_and_i

I've got a tab open in my browser with the hours of the nearby liquor stores, another with a search of nearby meetings, and now this, because there are no real-life meetings right now. Plus I really would rather go to the liquor store. I relapsed recently after 7 months sober. I've continually had sim...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

October 17, 2016Quote of the WeekPain transformed by the Twelve Steps is no longer pain transmitted. When I came into the program I carried a lot of pain with me. There was the pain from living daily in an abusive alcoholic household, then the pain from an oppressive and emotionally abusive stepfat...

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	Overhaul Maintenance " (Preview) Confusion.......??????? I know what that is like. Continual and unrelentless beating yourself up for doing things which you know you shouldn't do....drinking, drugging, sexing, speeding, (well... I don't know all those things however, can relate to a few). LOVE YOURSELF! GOD LOVES YOU! Fix wh...	leavetherest	2	1627	Dec 19, 2016 by Lovylark
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	Where did I go? (Preview) nowhere. I'm still here with you guys and girls. I read the posts almost every day. It helps me a lot. I don't really post myself, because I don't have a whole lot of anything new to add. It's still the same: life without alcohol is WAY easier. Its a lot easier to quit, if you have people around you that have a...	Baba Louie	1	876	Dec 16, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Selfishness and self centred (Preview) Hi folks, I'm struggling with a concept in the AA programme and it's the selfish and self centred bit. I can totally see how self centred behaviour selfish and self seeking behaviour were the root of our problems and drive our defects of character. I am now in recovery and am working the programme, I a...	Travel an	12	5686	Dec 12, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms 12/12 (Preview) December 12, 2016Quote of the WeekTrying to pray is the same thing as praying. I didnt pray or meditate much before I got sober. If I did pray, it was either to keep me from getting into trouble, or to get me out of the trouble my selfish or self-seeking behavior got me into. As far as meditation went,...	Pythonpappy	1	767	Dec 12, 2016 by leavetherest
	Letting go of old ideas (Preview) Many of our old ideas--especially those about alcohol, about drinking, about getting drunk, and about alcoholism (or problem drinking, if you prefer that term)--prove either worthless or actually self-destructive for us, and it is a great relief to get rid of them. Living Sober, 1975 -- Edited b...	Tanin	6	1027	Dec 12, 2016 by leavetherest
	Alcoholics love em or lose em (Preview) I have learned in the past year plus so much more than I thought I already had learned. For example... In AA... most all of the meetings I attended seemed to be very supportive.....the people friendly enough, and the atmosphere was one that welcomed other struggling alcoholics. My first experience...	leavetherest	2	863	Dec 12, 2016 by leavetherest
	"We're so dry we're a fire hazard." (Preview) Here is a nice story about Jay C. andd the 7 Clan Alcoholics Anonymous group.http://buffalonews.com/2016/12/04/qa-jay-clause-founder-tuscarora-aa-group-celebrating-45-years-sobriety/	Tanin	5	2247	Dec 12, 2016 by leavetherest
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	Just dropping by to say hi (Preview) Or more rather eyup! Life moves on. Changes happen. I'm settled permanently in Scotland, left my employer of 35 plus years 2 years ago, run a modest little business restoring cut throat razors and teaching folks how to shave with them, deliver stuff for the local licenced grocer 5 half days a week, d...	bikerbill	7	2823	Dec 10, 2016 by Instant Dharma
	app for alcoholics (Preview) I'm pretty new here and wanted to just throw in my suggestion based upon the welfare of alcoholics. I'm a student and currently undergoing the mobile app development coaching in a Toronto based institution. I'm currently working for an app which tracks the progress youve made by quitting anything,...	saengericst	3	946	Dec 10, 2016 by Instant Dharma
	Today's Gift -- Nov. (Preview) Honesty is not enoughAA tells us that we must be honest about our problems if we hope to overcome them. Some people seem quite willing to do this. But an honest admission alone does not solve our problems. We have to go beyond honesty by taking needed action to correct what's wrong in our lives.For examp...	Pythonpappy	27	1425	Nov 30, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Simple Reminder -- Nov. (Preview)	Pythonpappy	27	1681	Nov 30, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms 11/28 (Preview) November 28, 2016Quote of the WeekKeep it simple; get stupid. Im a pretty complicated person. I not only tend to think about things, I like to over think them. What if this or that happens? Is one of my favorites. What will he or she do and what will/can I do if they do? On and on my obsessive thinking g...	Pythonpappy	0	777	Nov 28, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	ANTABUSE QUESTIONS (Preview) Hi ...I'm curious and have questions about Antabuse...would be OK to have chocolate with butter rum filling? just got "pot of gold"chocolates...but don't want to get sick..thanx	NewDaniela	7	966	Nov 27, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Owner of this Site (Preview) John F is having some very severe health issues related to COPD ... please keep him in your prayers ... thanks Pappy	Pythonpappy	8	1085	Nov 25, 2016 by MarcLacroix
	Happy Thanksgiving Everyone (Preview) Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving ... and to say I am thankful and grateful for all those here that participate in MIP ... I have been blessed over the years to have come to know y'all as brothers and sisters in recovery, you've added so much to my life and well-being ... God Bless you al...	Pythonpappy	3	780	Nov 24, 2016 by mikef
	Struggling with self loathing (Preview) Hi. I am new to this forum. I have been experiencing feelings of overwhelming guilt today. I have been in the program for years but had a major setback a few months ago. This morning I woke with with such an overwhelming sense of disgust within myself. I have 74 days behind me and feel confused as to why I am...	rdy4change	28	1711	Nov 23, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms 11/21 (Preview) Nobember 21, 2016Quote of the WeekIf you are struggling to make a decision, do the right thing. Before recovery all my decisions were easy because they were all based on self. I choose the job that paid me the most with the least amount of effort it didnt matter that it was illegal. I choose relation...	Pythonpappy	2	978	Nov 23, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Sober and doing well (Preview) In case anyone was wondering.	Jakamo	10	1282	Nov 23, 2016 by dawn99
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	Calling Out An Alcoholic. Publicly. In The Newspaper. (Preview) I wish Steve Bentley had not mentioned Alcoholics Anonymous. It wasn't really necessary. I guess he couldn't resist. Maine Voices: Alcohol Clouding Gov.LePage's View By Steve Bentley. September 4, 2016 I go to jail every Monday night at the pre-release center in Portland to put on an Alcoholics...	Tanin	12	1782	Nov 22, 2016 by Tanin
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	Anyone Attending a Meeting on Thanksgiving Day? (Preview) I might see if there are any meetings in my area on Thanksgiving day before I celebrate the day with friends and family. This will be the first Thanksgiving that I don't drink and it might be tough.	Roman	5	903	Nov 21, 2016 by leavetherest
	antabuse!? (Preview) Starting antabuse tomorrow. Does anyone know if you can still drink O'Doul's while taking that medicine? ~Melissa	MelissaMM	9	3999	Nov 21, 2016 by leavetherest
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	Wisdom of the Rooms 11/14 (Preview) November 14, 2016Quote of the WeekKeep it green so you dont forget where you came from. Before recovery I had an amazing ability to recover from a nights or a weekends worth of debauchery. While one day I might swear off that kind of behavior with various promises to never drink that much again, or ne...	Pythonpappy	0	935	Nov 14, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Out of Town, Need Chat Meeting (Preview) I'm currently out of town for work and the meeting schedules around here don't work with my schedule. I'd just like to chat with other alcoholics or to respond to any messages posted here. I'm nearing my one year and have a need to connect. Thank you!	jenniferj	7	1078	Nov 9, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	84 Days (Preview) I hope to make tomorrow 85, but Halloween is tomorrow. Kinda weird that I'm still counting days...	Roman	13	1178	Nov 8, 2016 by Pythonpappy
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	Calling to say Hello!!! (Preview) Hello M.I.P. My name is Dennis and I am an alcoholic. I have been a not so frequent visitor for almost a year, so I guess it's time to say 'hello'. As for Me, well, there is not much to say. I've been sober for the last 15 years, and counting. I've also been a full time dad and faithful husband for over a d...	Instant Dharma	6	1035	Nov 6, 2016 by MarcLacroix
	Truely A May Zing (Preview) The DeLorean is coming back in 2017. Imagine that!	MarcLacroix	0	824	Nov 5, 2016 by MarcLacroix
	Restoring my sanity again....... (Preview) Well, reading Sarah L. made me look at my med taking........ I have been taking meds for chronic shoulder pain, which I exaggerated at times and my doc. prescribed pain meds. Got sober from booze 2005, I haven't drunk booze since. But, I have been abusing the mood altering of the pain meds even when I'm n...	Pablomoses	4	1012	Nov 5, 2016 by Pablomoses
	Feeling Grumpy About Sponsoring! Sponsorship (Preview) For the past 3 months I have been sponsoring three different women. Two of them have had slips in the past year, one has three years of sobriety. They must want something I have, and I'm willing to share it, but these ladies do not seem to be putting recovery first. They each keep some appointments we m...	emmi331	11	9111	Nov 4, 2016 by Troy
	Alcohol addicted husband (Preview) http://www.canadadrugrehab.ca/British-Columbia-Alcohol-Drug-Rehab-Programs.html	Zambiayum	2	931	Nov 3, 2016 by davep12and12
	alcoholic son (Preview) I have a son who has been drinking and is in a motel ,wanting my help .I have tried to help but its not effective , my husband was just diagnosed with stage 4 cancer ,what can I do ? he needs to be in a rehab house but has no insurance and I can't afford to pay for one , any suggestions? thanks	pinky4428	5	965	Nov 3, 2016 by Zambiayum
	Thank you to all you strong souls (Preview) I have been reading the posts on this site for a week. I no longer feel alone. I know I have a problem. Just trying to get the courage to do something about it. It's complicated as I also have mental illness issues. I won't bore you with the details. Just know that your wisdom and advice to others is slowly bu...	Mommyjuice	15	1185	Nov 3, 2016 by Zambiayum
	Poor Lost Soul (Preview) Swimming in a FishBowl Year after Year... That's sorta' how I've been feeling lately and I think the remedy is to do something constructive for others in the program. Anyone up for an MIP LookAndFeel UpGrade? Marc	MarcLacroix	0	888	Nov 1, 2016 by MarcLacroix
	Wisdom of the Rooms 10/31 (Preview) October 31, 2016Quote of the WeekHave you prayed about it as much as youve talked about it? This quote could easily have said thought or worried about it as much as talked about it. Thats because before recovery thats all I did with my problems. Around and around Id go, rehashing problems, paintin...	Pythonpappy	0	825	Oct 31, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift -- Oct. (Preview) In Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Bill W. spoke of Rule 62.Don't take yourself too seriously.Just keep laughing. It is the best medicine.When you laugh, you look better and feel better.	Pythonpappy	30	1127	Oct 31, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Simple Reminder -- Oct. (Preview)	Pythonpappy	30	1511	Oct 31, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	New again... (Preview) Hello, I am Sarah. I got sober in 2006, and stayed that way until 2012 when I herniated multiple discs in neck and got on pain pills. I could barely move my arms and was in serious pain. I had a 3 level fusion and stayed on the pain pills for nearly 2 years after the surgery. Finally I had enough, quit taking th...	Sarah L	7	745	Oct 30, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	joining live meeting at aaonline (Preview) Can anyone advise how to actually join a meeting in progress at aaonline? Not intuitive at all.	Marva	3	794	Oct 30, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	AA Meetings in Cairo and Luxor, Egypt? (Preview) Hi All, In a few weeks, I will be in Cairo on a Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, staying in the Garden City area, just south of Midan Tahrir. I have found information about the meeting in Zamalek on Friday at 2PM and I have found information about the Thursday meeting in the south of Cairo at Kasr-e...	davep12and12	8	4924	Oct 24, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms 10/24 (Preview) October 24, 2016Quote of the WeekIve never regretted something I didnt say Restraint of pen and tongue was a foreign concept to me when I arrived in the rooms. Before recovery I was quick to speak my mind even when my mind wasnt made up it didnt matter. I was quick to retaliate for perceived wrongs, q...	Pythonpappy	0	853	Oct 24, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	struggling with a drink right now (Preview) I've got a tab open in my browser with the hours of the nearby liquor stores, another with a search of nearby meetings, and now this, because there are no real-life meetings right now. Plus I really would rather go to the liquor store. I relapsed recently after 7 months sober. I've continually had sim...	lux_and_i	5	863	Oct 22, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms 10/17 (Preview) October 17, 2016Quote of the WeekPain transformed by the Twelve Steps is no longer pain transmitted. When I came into the program I carried a lot of pain with me. There was the pain from living daily in an abusive alcoholic household, then the pain from an oppressive and emotionally abusive stepfat...	Pythonpappy	0	730	Oct 17, 2016 by Pythonpappy
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