There’s some good online options here:
Online meeting resources
And in person - a good selection here:
Resources for our recovery
Welcome!
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Welcome, Christina!
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Thanks Donna
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Thank you Matt… not sure why I’m reluctant on taking that last step but know it is needed to stay sober. I’m super excited about this forum though
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There are a few possible reasons why… and you know yourself best… but I’m willing to bet shame is a big factor. We all carry some shame in us. And weirdly - it is exactly what keeps us in that relapse cycle.
What are we hiding from? That’s the question.
It’s ok to just listen at a meeting. Say you’ll pass on speaking, for the moment. Most people understand 
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Just search for meetings in your area and go to a couple of them. Try to talk to others in the group, listen to what they have to say, share your stories and hang out afterwards so you can make some friends.
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Hi, I go by Lotys on the forum (my grandmother’s name).
I’m 49, from San Diego originally and now living in Texas. I was a so-called “high functioning alcoholic”. I could drink a LOT of wine and only appear a bit buzzed even though I was definitely drunk.
I have pretty bad anxiety. I dont have panic attacks but have constant tension; always on the alert for danger, hyper vigilant, trying to keep everyone and everything safe. I’ve been this way forever. I enjoyed alcohol because it was an artificial way to relax, but my anxiety would increase tenfold the next day.
Now that I’m approaching two years alcohol free, I’m working hard in therapy to process my traumas and teach my mind and body how to be calm. It’s become extra important as I’ve developed a health condition that is directly impacted by my constant tension.
The other stuff: I have a wife, 3 dogs, love hiking and camping, studying nature, gardening, cooking, and playing video games. My disabled sister-in-law lives with us too, as she’s unable to live independently. Because of her immune-suppression, we’ve been on very strict social distancing since March. We’ll keep on as long as we have to.
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Welcome, Victoria… I’m so glad to see you here. Feel free to ask questions or just read around!🙋
Hello my name is chasity and I am addicted to anything that makes me feel good I’m coming back from a relapse and my new sobriety date is 6/26/20
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Good for you, Lashay. I’m 445 days sober. Still have urges but they don’t last long. I’m proud to have had the courage to get sober, save my life and my marriage, and not continue to break my family’s hearts.
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Hey, I’m Laura. Been married for 31 years, no kids. Just our schnoodle Groot. I’ve been sober for 445 days. Started drinking heavily because of a very stressful job, marriage issues and a long battle with anxiety. Went to rehab, was sober for 90 days and then a very serious family tragedy caused me to drink again. I nearly got divorced, and it was my attorney who begged me to check myself into the hospital because of sharp pains in my abdomen. I’m glad I did because I was suffering from pancreatitis. Was in hospital for a week, cleaned up, and by that time, the buspar kicked in. It was given to me for anxiety. Been sober ever since. I saved my marriage and the relationships with my parents.
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Welcome to our amazing community Laura. I have a schnoodle too, his name is Rumble. They’re awesome dogs.
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OMG! He is such a cutie!!! My first dog was a Schnoodle and because of her, little doggies are my favorite!
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Im Jason
33 years old
Alcohol Addiction
Sober for 76 days
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