What’s the issue with AA peeps and adderall and vyvanse? I’ve been on that stuff since high school and it tremendously helps my grades. Like will I not be accepted in AA world if I get back on them bc I start school again Aug 30th bc my drunk ass failed out a year ago. I will be taking them I’ve never abused them.
What’s the issue with weed? It’s legal in many states and delta 8/10 everywhere. Will I be kicked out if I decide to smoke and not be able to get anymore chips?
What’s the issue with my parents continuing to manipulate me and control me sober or not. Getting called terrible names waking up to my dad screaming at me. I was trying so hard LOL. Setting up codependent escape plan even though I just drove halfway across the country bc I THOUGHT that sobriety would like maybe help but it’s all going down hill. I almost died in the last fight w my dad before rehab and ended up in the ER w no memory. It’s just like I can’t lol. I can’t I can’t I can’t. Tried to get a substance abuse counselor but called about 10 people in this stupid town and towns around me and no one. Can’t go to sober living bc adderall and there’s NO WAY ima fail out of school again. My depression has hit a new level. I’m sober af and would still rather die than have anything to do with this world.
Hi hope things are getting a little better. The only rule for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking. That’s it. If people are trying to impose other rules upon you they may have lost their primary purpose. Hope this helps. Take it easy.
If you are taking prescription medication as prescribed there is nothing wrong with it imo. People in AA don’t need to know what medications you’re on as long as you’re not abusing them. AA will not be friendly with weed (ex. Alcohol is legal in every state). You could check out smart recovery maybe. Are you sober because you want to be or because you have to be? Best wishes to you.
AA wont kick you out for anything. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
I recently witnessed someone pick up her 30 day coin. As she shared, she told the group that she hasn’t quit smoking weed and asked it it disqualified her from getting her chip. The entire group supported her. Even the people who are anti-marijuana. She got her chip and support.
Find your path. Look for the beauty of life.
There are plenty of problems in the world. Sometimes its hard to not let the negativity drag us down. There is no shortage of amazing things too. We have to look beyond the negativity to find them.
You won’t get kicked out of A.A. like others have shared. In time 100% abstinence will come if you’re ready. As for you’re prescriptions that’s no one’s goddamn business as long as you’re not abusing it you’re in the clear. Keep an open mind, take suggestions when you do hit the rooms. Not everyone may like you, and you may not like them it happens. Opinions are like assholes everyone has one and some just stink don’t sweat the negative. Just stay honest man. As a suggestion get a sponsor, build a relationship with them and the women in the program working a good program. In time get into the steps that’s where it’s at. Best of luck to you
Only time I’ve ever seen anyone get kicked out of AA was some lady who kept spitting on people and saying she had AIDS, but I digress. Most people in AA are very supportive of seeking outside help (and medication) with professionals.
As for weed, get a prescription if you think you need it. But it’s legality Is irrelevant. Booze is legal in all 50 states. No one would stop you from picking up a chip. Hell you can pick up a 50 year chip and no one would stop you. I’d imagine, though, that picking up a chip you haven’t earned would probably eat you up inside. It’s a program of honesty and you’d only be cheating yourself at that point.
There are non addictive, non stimulant alternatives out there. Talk to your doctor and try something else to help you focus at school.
So is alcohol. If you’re taken weed as prescribed by a doctor for medical reasons then people at AA are very accepting. It’s when we take non prescribed medications that it becomes an issue and then we’re just not being honest with ourselves or those in the AA program.
my understanding is for AA all you need is the desire to stop drinking. If you’re not abusing anything that you are taking, there is no issue in my opinion. Weed helped me quit drinking and I owe a LOT of my sober time that I have had thru the past few years to weed. Don’t make it their business unless you feel comfortable, is my opinion. Weed is not alcohol and alcohol is not weed. Its not their business. You’re there for alcohol. Hope that helps. I dont attend AA but have thought about going to some meetings. Im just telling you my personal opinion.
My old sponsor used to tell me:
“Opinions are like a$$holes, everybody has one” lmao
As mentioned in previous posts, the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking/using. And anything outside of that is another person’s opinion. I was on one crazy cocktail of meds when I quit using drugs way back when. I also heard from others that I wasn’t technically “clean and sober” bcuz I was on meds that were prescribed by my doctor and psychiatrist at that time. My meds are for my mental health and it was to help me stay clean off meth at that time. What other peoples opinions of me are and of my recovery are actually none of my business. If they find it an issue, that’s something they need to work on. I would often tell others that lol. It sucks tho bcuz we have to hear that and it can make us feel alienated. Finding the right home group as well was crucial. Some 12 step groups didnt even want me there bcuz I introduced myself as an addict, so out of respect (if I needed a mtg), I would say I was an alcoholic. Its all the same disease in my opinion. But no one has the right to tell u that u don’t belong bcuz ur on meds that HELP you. I actually stopped mentioning about my meds for this very reason bcuz I realized that I didn’t have to share that type of info with others.
Weed is legal where I live. But again… its not for me to judge someone and what they want their recovery to look like. People just really need to mind their own business lol and it’s frustrating when your trying to look after ur recovery and ur getting this kind of feedback. I particularly dont use any substance at all bcuz thats what I need for my recovery. But honestly, I know others back home who do smoke weed as a harm reduction approach bcuz that is what works for them. Not my place to judge. It doesn’t negatively effect me or my home if they do that thousands of miles away lol idk… I think it all comes down to doing what’s best for our own recoveries. Live and let live
Hey I can totally relate to both the using of a substance that you don’t abuse and also to the unsupported family cuz I have both and it f****** sucks if you ever need to talk I’m totally here my name is Amanda I’m 32 and I’m new here I’m hoping that this app can help me because being sober for 8 months should make me happy and my depression is only getting worse so maybe we can relate on that kind of s***
xo love,
aMaNdA
Sounds like there’s a lot going on here. The early stages of recovery will be the most turbulent, emotionally speaking. Congrats on going back to school, and if prescribed meds help you focus AA should have no problem with that.
Your parents only want what’s best for you, though their tactics sound a little unorthodox. I assume they had big plans for you and addiction got in the way of that. Now that you are sober they are doing all they can to assure that you stay sober (hovering, intruding). I promise you, it comes from a place of love. Family counseling may help with this.
Don’t check out just yet, I promise this gets easier. Shit, it has to.
