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In reply to the discussion: I need to talk. [View all]dixiegrrrrl
(60,010 posts)6. Congratulations! You are moving out of the denial stage of alcoholism.
That is a big step.
The blackouts ( not remembering what you did) tells me the problem is getting more serious tho.
(I have been an alcohol and drug treatment counselor for many years)
"The pull is very strong"..yep. That is the nature of addiction.
What exactly would be "so hard" about "taking that step" of AA?
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With me, I had to get to that point where I was just sick and tired of being sick and tired of
demosincebirth
Apr 2013
#34
AA is for drinkers who at some point have lost the power of choice regarding how much they drink
Fire Walk With Me
Jul 2013
#42