Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

[pingu1997]

I'm doing a Lot of reading on this subject at the moment and I'll be honest it's baffling to me.

So am asking anyone if they have an opinion on this statement, whether they believe it is the case, and particularly from anyone who has done the aa thing who can explain it to me in simple terms

Love as always
P3 x
:thanks:

[propartychief]

Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

Hey there,
Here is a link to a thread that I posted a few weeks ago on that very subject.
Hope you find it of some help.

https://www.mywayout.org/community/f9...hol-65919.html

MUCH LOVE and Peace !!!

Bob

[pingu1997]

Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

Thx bob I had read that thread, I guess I was looking for some of the powerless supporters...so to speak. It jus baffles me. I'm in control of not picking up that first drink....but if I did then maybe the control vanishes.
Perhaps I should try the aa thread lol

[Sober Visitor]

Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

Hi Pingu,

I know without a doubt that I cannot take the first drink. When I drink, I am no longer in control of the bus. I have given my power away. One drink will inevitably lead to me taking another drink and another and other consequences that are really no longer in my power. Try as I might, when I'm under the influence, I do not have the power to carry on an intelligent conversation without repeating myself, slurring my words or getting overly emotional. I also lose coordination, perception of time and the ability to react appropriately at a moment's notice. I can't get hung up over words. It's clear as day that I become powerless over alcohol when I drink. It doesn't make me weak. Alcohol is a powerful drug. It's purpose is to intoxicate. It has the power to render us incapable of normal speech, actions or thought. It does it's job. It helps me to know this truth about alcohol. It's a simple truth I can understand and relate to through my own personal experience with alcohol. I don't need to test AL's power anymore.

I know some people really struggle with the powerlessness part a lot, and I'm so glad I don't have that as an obstacle in my path. I actually feel very empowered when I assert my personal power over alcohol and opt not to take the first drink.

Sheri

[nancy]

Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

powerlessness

Hi
Sorry I am not in the powerlessness side of things, I know that's what you asked for. While there are many in AA who use the powerlessness slogan and who fear the slightest taste or sniff of alcohol, I think there are many others who see that not to be taken literally but meaning that you may sometimes have control over it but that ultimately you will get drunk/have a binge.

It seems clear from reading this website that there are some people who literally get drunk every time they touch it.

[Wildflowers]

Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

Hi Purple Heart.

I am powerless after I ingest alcohol, as my brain is wired differently, nucleus accumbens. I believe, I have the allergy as well & that my liver metabolizes alcohol slower, acetate. Physical addiction.

I also am emotionally stunted, as I started drinking at a young age. Many types of abuses. Along with neglect, abandonment & rejection, issues. Never learned to love or like myself. Emotional addiction. Feeling powerless over alcohol.

Mental obsession & addiction with alcohol. Find there is an over lap here with emotional addiction. Often found myself having mental cravings for alcohol. Thinking thoughts of being powerless over alcohol. Mental powerlessness. There have been times where my thinking has been skewed. My ego & pride have also stood in my way. Coping problems, led to behavior problems, led to drinking problems, led to powerlessness.

I personally feel weak at times in my life being a human being. Therefore, I look to something stronger ~ super naturally more powerful than myself, for help. I feel spiritually powerless at these times. I personally have relied on a HP, whom I call God, to get through when I've been tempted to drink. Spiritual powerlessness.

Theses are my own personal views & others will be different.

I also believe we aren't powerless over taking responsibility to recover in any area we see, that needs changing. There's plenty of help out there, if ya want it! Living a life of freedom is more than just a possibility!... Freedom to live a happier & healthier physical, emotional, mental, spiritual life. :l :h

[catch22]

Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

Hi wildflower,
Yes for me, i speak for myself I am powerless over alcohol it took me a long time to accept this, that once i drink i will not stop, my thinking will change, my craving will change and get stronger my obsession over alcohol will change, every day i will say to myself i will stop drinking today. Today is the day. My life will start to become unmanagerable. Not over night but it will happen slowly...
Am 30months sober and am so grateful for AA. I've learn that once i accept am powerlessness i become empowdered. I have also learn to let go by not droping everything but by opening my palms of my hands facing towards the sky not facing the floor. If that makes sense.

Catch22 x

[MtnMomma]

Are alcoholics Powerless over alcohol?

Just checking in. Been away for a while. Been pondering the "powerless over alcohol" thing and came to realize I am in control of my choices and when I choose to drink, all reasoning and rational thought disappear. I don't know that I'm powerless, more than careless in taking that first drink.