I read all the Al-Anon material.
I listen to other paretns who attend.
But I don't go to meetings.
I could explain why, but I am not really sure the entire reason.
Tomorrow, I am going to one. You can hold me accountable.
Its at 10:00 am about 15 minutes from my house.
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A good start, because you will probably have to begin going to some kind of meetings when Keven is in rehab. I'm not quite sure why you are reluctant to go. If you don't like one place, there are certainly many out there. You just have to find your niche. I am there with yo in spirit and heart.
Al Anon might be fine, support is good. I suggest Celebrate Recovery however. I spent 10 years in A.A. and did recover to a degree but two years in Celebrate Recovery brought me peace and true recovery.
amen
I think you'll benefit from going. I did not like my first few meetings, yet something kept me going back... Hugs.
Other people feel that same way Barbara. At our meeting their are a few people that are quietier than others, but when they need to they speak up. We are all there for the same purpose. Just keep trying the meetings because the first three I went to I did not like, but kept going back and now it is just finding the time to go. I am happy for you!
Barbara, I'm so glad that you are going. I help out with beginner's meetings and tell the newcomer to come to about six meetings. When I went to my first meeting, I knew that I wanted what was in that room--recovery. I can say that Al-Anon is a life saver.
I am glad you are taking this step. I will be waiting to hear how it goes. Keep an open mind- as people have said it may take a few different trials and errors to find the right place. ((HUGS))
Celebrate recovery is for everyone. Just a suggetion but I think you should go with an open mind and honesty to yourself. We ALL have issues to deal with.....
Barbara, A trick for me has been to find one person at each meeting to get to know better. Ask for his/her telephone number and call them. It will feel awkward at first. But call every day. Then eventually I get other numbers and call 3 people daily. You will soon feel right at home because you'll be with people that you know. The fear is of the unknown. Give yourself a chance. Love, Kathy kathyberman.com.
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