An interesting issue was brought up in last week's thread. Is AA right for me if I'm not a drinker that has:
-lost everything.
-been arrested.
-done outrageous things.
-etc.
The 3rd Tradition of AA states that the only requirement for membership in AA is the desire to stop drinking. You don't have to:
-have your life in shambles.
-be an alcoholic.
-etc.
All you need is the desire to stop. I was maybe what you'd call a "high-bottomed drunk." Yes, I too took those quizzes: "Do you have a drinking problem?" Even though I didn't answer "yes" to all the questions, the very fact I was taking the quiz means something...that I have a problem. Normal drinkers don't take those quizzes.
I'm so glad I found & stayed w/AA...even though I'm not exactly like everyone there. I need AA, I need to stay sober, as I don't have an "off" switch once I start drinking.
Feel free to add to this or comment in any way you'd like.
Mary
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