I’m an alcoholic. I quit years ago. No AA, just a lot of good
friends telling me I need to stop.
The only excuse for someone not stopping when they should
is the lack of self discipline. The same goes for smoking.
I quit 5 years ago. It’s hard, both were two of the hardest
things to do for me. Nether smoking or drinking is ever
impossible to quit, it’s just hard to do so.
About 15 years ago, concerned about my behavior and future health, I quit drinking. No other motivation nor assistance. Thought I’d done something.
After 5 years or so I picked up again thinking what the heck. Things went well for a spell. Then I got stuck into the drink and made up for lost time.
Bloody well near ran out of time.
Referred to AA, I became active in the program and remain so. Amazing that what had been a problem became a sometime unpleasant memory and constant reminder.
Just celebrated 8-years. No regrets, it was my time and I was fortunate to hear the clock chime.
Joke in “The Rooms” is we come in via courtesy of one of the “Three L’s - our Lover, Lawyer or Liver”. My wife’s love get’s the credit.
The fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous is a wonderful, divinely inspired organization. It has saves countless lives since its’ inception in the late 30’s. The fellowship within AA has given new life to many people who struggle with relationships, friendships, employers and other human family interaction. There is more to sobriety than quitting the alcohol. Whatever works for you is fine , and I hope you are happy. Alcoholics need other alcoholics to facilitate long term sobriety. No one else understands our situation and experiences. I am 17 years sober with AA. I am glad I didn’t have to do it alone. God bless you. Give it a try , Somewhere, there is a sick and suffering drunk waiting for your message. Some of us were meant to be sacrificed to this disease so others can learn from it.