The material presented
here is not Al-Anon Conference Approved Literature. It is a method
to exchange
information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal
level.
Got some information on the groups-meetings. Also got the name of a Dr. that specializes in Alcoholism....of course the client themselves have to access this.
AH is a long way from that. I just feel more confident knowing that there is help for him when he decides enoughs enough. If that ever happens, as we all live in hope huh?
It is wonderful that you have some meeting times for you to attend al anon. It has been the best thing I have done since I came out of denial a year ago and faced I was living with an AH. The chaos and confusion made me think I was going crazy. Usually it is suggested that you attend 6 meetings to understand more about how al anon can help. I encourage you to attend the next meeting you can just to listen to what others say even. It was such a relief to meet others who were like myself. Focus on yourself right now & keep coming back to post here too.
hugs, ddub
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"Choices are the hinges of destiny." Pythagoras You can't change the past, but you can change the future.
Good for you SuSUN. You're on the right track now. And...yes, we must all live with hope. There are times when hope (and a sense of humor) are the only feelings that get us through. Take care of yourself.
Very best wishes to you,
Diva
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"Speak your truth quietly and clearly..." Desiderata
I did attend tonight. There were over 30 people mostly women and two men, one with his wife. the newcomers were split up and we went into another room. The two women that were hosting the newcomers groups shared their stories...took most of the time up. 3 other people shared their stories. I shared mine the others just sat their and did not want to share yet.
I must still be in denial as I dont feel weak at all. I think I am quite strong. I am quite busy with my life. I do miss the company of my mate...but I have filled in the blanks with lots of other stuff so I am not that dependent.
I will give it the six weeks or more to see if it helps.
I am to work on the first step that I am powerless over this. Shessh! I didn't think I was but I guess I am. I kept saying it over and over in the car driving home.
