Hi, my name is Maggie and I'm an alcoholic! It's been a long time since I've said that. I've been sober since July 2000. I haven't been to a meeting in about four years. I've been doing really well...just moved to a new state, got an awesome job, got a little money in my savings account...but I'm definitely missing something. I've been feeling alone even though I'm not. Feeling empty, although I have so many things that enrich my life. I'm filled with gratitude every day but it's just a feeling I can't shake. I'm very shy and struggle with the thought of actually going to a meeting. So I figured to reach out this way. I'm hoping I just need some good old fashioned recovery to snap me out of it!
Welcome to MIP. Well done on being sober since July 2000. That's terrific.
For me, I couldn't have a quality sobriety without attending regular AA meetings. I need the face-to-face support. Why not try giving the local AA help-line in your area a call and arranging to get someone to meet you at a meeting? As Dean said, the rest will be a cake walk.
You'll be greeted with a real welcome and lots of support. You have nothing to lose and so much to gain.
Please keep posting and letting us know how things are going for you, won't you?
Take care,
Carol
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Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. ~Dr. Seuss
I know you're both right. I know where to find the meetings so I think I'll make a goal to go. I can't imagine after all this time, it would be so hard for me to walk into a meeting. How silly is that? Thank you both for your replies!
Not silly at all. It's a real fear....I hope you get past it soon and make that meeting.. You'll never be alone again, unless of you choose to again....Glad you're here with us....keep coming.
(((hugs))
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Welcome Maggie! Glad your here with us. I heard from a renowned alcoholic/physician that alcohol is but a symptom of our underlying causes. Putting down the drink is part I, but trying to fill the hole in our hearts is part II. The latter being AA. For me, the only way I could stay sober and manage the underlying causes was/is to attend meetings. I've made some great friends in AA. Real friends. Wishing you strength.
Thank you both for your replies!