Posted by Tootercat on February 29, 2004, at 10:12:45
In reply to ACOA meetings, posted by All Done on February 29, 2004, at 9:11:42
AD,
I don't know first hand about ACOA (or ACA) meetings even though I qualify, but I do know about AA meetings which are the "root" for all 12 step programs. I have been sober for 14 years. I attribute the quality of my sobriety and my general attitude in life to the principles and ideals of the 12 steps and the support from the other people in the program and how well I apply any of it. By that I mean you get what you give. It doesn't happen through osmosis. What has happened for me is that I have gradually stopped being a victim of the circumstances of my life and surviving and have become proactive in living life on life's terms.(I also see a therapist) The meetings are basically "free" ("we are self supporting through our own contributions"). A basket is passed around and if you can contribute that's cool but you don't have to. So you have nothing to lose by checking a meeting out. If you want to chat more about this let me know and we can maybe IM or email back and forth)
Toots
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