I am going to go back to AA, I like the people and what I get out of it. I like what you said Rick about why others would welcome me back and people in my group have said things like that too. I guess I just needed a reminder and I dont do well with calling them even though I have their phone numbers.

Thank you fern for all of those suggestions! I will definitely start putting them to use although it will probably take a while since there is a lot there. I already eat healthy and do jiu jitsu and kickboxing so I have the exercise and socialization from that which has been great for me since I started in June. I think I will start with making a bit of a schedule for myself because I dont do well with my unplanned time. That is one thing I talked with my T about as well so I guess it is important. Of course getting rid of the alcohol will be another one I start with in the next couple of days. I know I should just do it now but Im not sure Im ready. I will start paying attention to my thoughts when the cravings kick in though I think that will be important to figure out if I want more control in the future. Luckily we only have one store in my town that sells alcohol so it is easy to avoid.

BirdDancer I havent had any problems in my group they all seem very accepting but I mainly stay away from talking about the mental health side of things although I have mentioned it a couple of times. Others there have talked about meds helping them and one even suggested one for the cravings but I had already tried it with no luck. Some there are religious but more are not so that isnt a problem either. I really do like it there.