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Old Jun 28, 2015, 09:21 AM
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Hi 12 Step Team,

I am at a good place and working with newcomers and such. I wrestle with the idea of preparing them for the rocky road of early sobriety, without scaring them away from trying.

What are your thoughts?

Thanks,

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Old Jul 02, 2015, 07:34 AM
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I personally feel that you have a way with others, that you'd be a good person to reach out to for support during the tough points of early sobriety.
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Old Jul 02, 2015, 02:06 PM
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It's important to let them know that it will get better as long as they're sober. That is why the "one day at a time" thing is important.
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Old Aug 05, 2015, 10:51 PM
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Hi 12 Step Team,

I am at a good place and working with newcomers and such. I wrestle with the idea of preparing them for the rocky road of early sobriety, without scaring them away from trying.

What are your thoughts?

Thanks,

moogs
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Old Aug 09, 2015, 02:36 AM
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Well, it sounds like a good idea, better to ease someone onto the idea.
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Old Feb 28, 2016, 10:14 PM
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Yes Moogie, you can do it! Blessings
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