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Jul 28, 2008, 11:33 PM
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First time going by myself (my friend didn't come).
It was good. I didn't feel as awkward, but still a little bit. Had some coffee, chatted with a couple of people. I really identified with the speaker, whether I wanted to or not... but I don't know if I like the label "alcoholic". I know I've got addictive tendencies though, and an addictive personality...  My friend told me that I should go to another 3 more meetings to decide whether or not this is the right thing for me. I'm kinda not wanting to go elsewhere, since I've already met a few people at this location. But I might... just not right now. I still need support from people I actually know now. Anyways... yeah. I'll go to another 3 weeks worth of meetings (aka 3 meetings) and then decide if this is a good place for me, or maybe CODA, or maybe Al-Anon. Who knows... I just like not feeling totally alone. But I still feel really young compared to most of the other members there. 
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Jul 29, 2008, 06:12 AM
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Hey Christina
 There as an 18 year old at my meeting last night who has been coming to meetings for about a month with this GRANDPA (!) and when he shared, he talked about how he didn't like coming at first, but now he feels like he belongs and really looks forward to it. I think it's great that you're exploring AA and feel open to other options. You always inspire me with your willingness to explore, change, and grow. 
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Jul 29, 2008, 07:03 PM
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Your own heart and the pain it feels is the only true judge of what chair you are most comfortable in.
But whatever chair befits you Christine,,know that it neither owns you or you it. You are free to change whenever your need does. Lenny
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Jul 30, 2008, 01:18 AM
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i hope you find something that feels comfortable for you Christina.. feeling relaxed while we do our self-work makes the experience work better.. after trying a few different methods you will find something that works best for you now..
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Jul 30, 2008, 09:35 AM
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Christina,
Congrats on making it to your third meeting. I'm glad that you're meeting some nice people. I can really relate to feeling odd being the youngest at meetings - I was at some of my very early meetings too. I'm glad that you're giving it a shot, but If you decide that AA isn't right for you, you'll at least be able to say that you gave it an honest evaluation. And I'm sure you'll find whatever path is right for you. --splitimage
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