Been thinking about going to an AA group, never been to any kind of group before other than a support group for depression. I not sure I would fit in with anyone at these meetings. Courts will probably order me into assessment and treatment despite my regular connect with my shrink. I am not sure if I should try to beat the courts to the punch and go to meetings anyway. I guess the problem is I am still trying to hide these issues from some members of my family. Some know about what is going on and others don't. I am not sure certain members of my family could handle the fact I am up on DUI charges. I am not sure how long I would be able to hide the truth.
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HI...I can understand how the feeling of not living in our truth can take a toll on our overall well being...I hope you can find someone safe in your family you can share this with...it's not a good feeling to be alone in our pain...sending you well wishes!
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Charm, Be open with your family about it. If they can't support you or want to, then just move on from that. Go to the AA meetings. You won't know if you fit in until you go. These people want to get help too, that's why they are there. If you really want to quit this habit, why even think "should i beat the courts to the punch" If it's something you don't want to give up and just please the eye's of the law and make people believe you are over it, wait for the court to order you too.
AtAX is right, you need to be open and ask for help. You can't do it alone. I've tried for so long! What's important is how YOU feel. This is your life and you are the only one who can live it, your family can't. Be open and honest and you will find help and support. Don't worry about the rest. Get yourself well, that is the most important.
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