Online sponsers

[Rach_86]

Is there such a thing as online sponsors? Like 24/7

[Dan531]

I’m not really sure but maybe intherooms app has something like that… I know they have online meetings pretty much anytime of the day.

[Lisa07]

Yes, there are people online who sponsor. I’m not sure what you mean about 24/7 but if you find one, they’ll let you know their availability. Keep in mind most have families and careers…they do what they can to make themselves available.
Here’s some more information you may find useful.

FAQ: Sponsorship

What is a sponsor? How do I find a sponsor? Will you sponsor me? Sponsorship is great! It’s helped me a bunch. This is my take on it since people ask a lot, but I’m by no means the authority… Sponsorship usually refers to 12-step programs specifically (like Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous), not recovery in general. Here’s a link with Q&A on how it works in AA. What is a sponsor? Sponsors are people who’ve worked through the steps of a program. A sponsor shares with others their experience g…

[Rach_86]

Does it cost money?

[Dan531]

It shouldn’t cost any money.

[Fury]

Not sure what your asking here but

There are meetings 24/7 on the hour online, a lot of people use them

As far as online sponsors, there are people who are willing to do that, 24/7 well not so much

Sponsors like their sponsees have lives, families jobs etc, so they can still be available to their sponsees but I doubt anyone would be available 24/7

Also when picking a sponsor online or in person make sure it’s a good fit, like if you select a sponsor who’s work schedule is the exact opposite of yours well it’s gonna be hard to keep contact

Same with an online sponsor if you live in California and your online sponsor is in the UK the time difference will have a major impact on your relationship

If your looking for 24/7 support online meetings are great as is this place, we have people all over the globe so it’s good for accountability and to help with easing your frustrations or cravings

Also to answer your second question, sponsors and online meetings are free. They may ask for a donation if you have it to help with costs but not mandatory

[Ray_M_C_Laren]

I prefer eye to eye contact with my guys . if you go to meetings you might find one there , wish you well

[Misokatsu]

It is possible. I have an online sponsor, in fact she is on the other side of the planet. We met weekly on zoom, and emailed regularly especially when I was doing the steps. Now I am two years sober we have drifted a bit, but will be eternally graflteful. My caveat would be if you are in need of a lot of daily or emergency support, it may not be for you.