Looking for a Sponsor - Al-Anon Family Group

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Looking for a Sponsor

Breakingfree · ~*Service Worker*~

I listened in my face to face meetings and found my a wise old timer that talked the talk as well as walked the walk of al-anon. She was a tough loving straight shooter and she helped me to change my life for the better. I met with her weekly at her home and we worked through the steps or just talked about whatever was bothering me. Without her I wouldn't have gotten where I am now, she loved me through it all and now she has passed on and I love myself enough to carry on. You can ask whomever intrigues you in your meetings that you think is able and they can let you know if they are available. Don't take it personally if they have too much going on, it is a big time commitment to sponsor someone. Glad you are here! Sending you love and support on your al-anon journey!

hotrod · ~*Service Worker*~

There is an alanon booklet entiled" Sponsorship What is it All About ".You can probably obtain it at your meetings. I would read this and then listen at meetiings for a member you can relate to and who has program tools.
Good luck

Lyne · ~*Service Worker*~

I listened to what people said and asked the people that made good sense to me. They not only knew their alanon stuff, but sounded like a nice person in addiction. I have come across substance abuse counselors( and for alcoholics), that sounded so tough and rigid. For me I didn't want a person like that to guide me. I have contact with my sponsor nearly everyday, for at least a year now, and in addiction to my F2F meeting and readings, I have found having a sponsor a vital part of my recovery. Look until you find a good fit. If you try someone and it doesn't work, don't be discouraged or give up. Just keep on going and eventually you will click with someone. Best of luck and you are making a good decision, Lyne

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