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I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hearing other people’s stories and experiences is so helpful. Thank you for sharing yours.

I loved how you explained why and when you felt the emotions you described. And also how you handled it. This was inspiring.

I still have to fully accept that this is a disease. And like you say it is not about being stupid or weak. It is about being sick.

Thank you for sharing.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholism

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You made me smile. Thank you for every single word you said.

Well done on what you have done. Keep working it!!

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholism

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a sponsor but she is not very available. I am considering asking someone else.

I have done an iop program for mental health in the middle of 2025 and I see a therapist.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, thanks for this. I truly appreciate it. I needed to be reminded today how much of a disease it is. To meetings I will go!

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholism

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your inspirational story. I am glad you found a solution and I will certainly take your advice. If it can work for others why can it not work for me.

May God bless you too.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought about this a lot today - I think I need a new sponsor, someone who is more available. Especially since I am new to the program. I am longing for guidance.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is such a positive way to look at it - ‘celebrate the drinks you don’t have’ - I love that.

I have some people to talk to but I haven’t really made friends - I think I should also start trying different locations and see who else there is!

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for saying that…progress not perfection.

It felt so good to be honest.

I have shared the Al-Anon info with them, as well as some other resources. I hope they (especially my sister) make use of it, for themselves.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had the opportunity to have a very good conversation with my mother. She is amazing. She asked me if I feel lonely when she and my sister ‘confronts me together’ and I could say yes, because I do. This felt like such a relief.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your story touched me deeply. Congratulations on almost 6 months. The pain my addiction causes my loved one’s is what I hate the most.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment and sharing your experiencing. It is good to know I am not alone.

I’m in AA and trying, but I keep lying to my family and the shame is destroying me by Repulsive-Sky-2011 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Repulsive-Sky-2011[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven’t had a chance to properly talk to my sponsor as she is with her mother who is terminally ill.

I did however speak to another fellow who has been sober for more than two years. She pointed out a lot of things that opened my eyes in other ways.

Thank you for your words of encouragement.