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Post by SunnyGirl on Jan 29, 2004 19:11:23 GMT -5
All Recovery Groups are Welcome Here at EOR...
I was asked recently, if it was proper for people
with a gambling addiction to post here at EOR.
I didn't hesitate for even a minute, all 12-step
groups are welcome here. There was a little
confusion as to where they would post, so Kathy
and I thought it would be a good idea to create
a new section for GA/OA and any other group
not alread covered.
If you are new the the boards and don't know
exactly where your post belongs, you can always
put it here. Essence of Recovery is here to
support you and provide a healthy place to meet
friends, who have been where you are.
Peace on the journey, Sunnygirl
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Post by SaraLee on Jan 30, 2004 8:23:01 GMT -5
Thanks Kathy and SG, what a great idea. Now everyone or anyone has a place to come and share or vent or just say hi. Since there are so many recovery groups this will make everyone feel welcome no matter what addiction they are dealing with. As always, you gals are tops.
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Post by preciouschihua on Jan 30, 2004 11:53:27 GMT -5
Thanks, I believe anything done to an extreeme is an
addiction. When I went to the after care meetings when
my husband went through the detox program, they
explained how many different things can be an
addiction. How , not to replace, alcohol,drugs, ect.
with another addition, and how to manage our lives.
I learned sooooooooooooooo much, from -- listening.
I think it is great to have other sections for recovering,
from whatever the addiction is.
Suz
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Post by SunnyGirl on Jan 30, 2004 13:50:19 GMT -5
Thanks for your replies! I see this new section as a win/win situation! And Suzanne, you hit the nail on the head, many times a person will just trade addictions. Let's see, we have...... Gambler's Anonymous
Overeater's Anonymous
Nicotine AnonymousJust not sure how many more groups there are...... I know of one or two, in the list above that would certainly benefit me....  Just knowing that this forum is not limited to 1 addiction, opens up a safe place to post, what you are feeling about your addiction or the addiction of a loved one. Peace on the journey, SG |
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Post by dg on Jan 30, 2004 15:59:43 GMT -5
What a wonderful idea!!!!! I love the way EOR grows.... Thanks Kathy and Cherie......  and a (((hug))) |
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Post by lildee on Jan 30, 2004 21:24:00 GMT -5
Great idea for a general section. SunnyGirl last time I heard there were over 127 different "Anonymous" groups using 12 Steps !!!
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Post by momto7 on Jan 31, 2004 0:02:07 GMT -5
WOW this means so much to me!!!! You all made me feel so welcome when I signed up a couple days ago and now this!!! THANK YOU!!!
By the way, I beat my first temptation today...the grocery store I go to has slots that I used to play constantly..today I walked right on by them...I am so jazzed!!!!!
Michelle
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Post by Lin on Jan 31, 2004 5:01:55 GMT -5
I woudl think living in Las Vegas for a person with a Gambling addiction would be very difficult. I have not been there since 1980, but I remember every store, restaurant, motel, airport, had machines where you could gamble.
Luckily I don't have an addiction to it. I spent a little and lost, but I did not allow myself to lose BIG. I think both of us together only lost about $100. (and most of that was not mine) Not long ago we went to the Riverboat Casino that is about an hour from here. We each took $20 to play the machines with. I only used $10 of mine. When the two hour trip was over I still had $7 left. So i cashed it in for $1 tokens and dropped them in the machines people had been sitting at for 2 hours. I won $150 on the way out. For a gambler, I can really see where that rush would be addictive. It woudl want them to take more money next time. And I saw people playing and they kept going back for more money. Some looked like it was probably their rent money. In fact I once had a renter who could not pay the rent. His excuse? He went to the boat to try to double his check and lost it all. It's sad how a gambling addiction can make a person put their monetary needs before the basic needs of the family such as food, clothing and shelter.
So if you have a gambling addiction...I Welcome you to EOR. All addictions can be helped by using the 12 steps. Venting here by the family of GA would also be welcome.
I'm tickled we have this new section. THANKS Kathleen and Sunnygirl!
LIN
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Post by SunnyGirl on Jan 31, 2004 12:12:33 GMT -5
Mornin ......
Got some great discussion going on gambling,
think I'll open a new thread.....
Peace on the journey, SG
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Post by dg on Jan 31, 2004 12:26:43 GMT -5
you go girl..  I love reading your threads Sg.... |
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Post by Caressa2 on Feb 2, 2004 1:18:56 GMT -5
Great idea! What ever the substance, for me it doesn't matter, when I am acting out in my disease, I can get addicted to more of anything.
I went about four years ago to a Casino for the first time in Niagara. I can still remember the rush, and the knowing that, if I made a habit of going to such places, I would be in trouble. I already had a problem with Nevada Tickets before coming into the fellowship of AA.
I also have a book called "Meditations for Women Who Do Too Much" and it is for workaholics, rushaholics and busyaholics. Now I don't know about you, but I can get caught up in busy and rushing here and rushing there, and one of my favorite things is the opportunity to run away from home, especially if it means dishes and housework and responsibility.
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Post by SunnyGirl on Feb 3, 2004 14:16:45 GMT -5
THANK YOU
A big thank you, for all your support in this new
forum.....
Hugs to each, SG
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Post by max on Mar 23, 2004 21:58:14 GMT -5
hello everyone, I agree that this general forum is GREAT!!! my appreciation goes to all that make eor such an awesome place for all of us to gather...see ya on another board...peace
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Post by SunnyGirl on Mar 24, 2004 10:56:49 GMT -5
( ( ( ( Max ) ) ) )
You are such a wonderful addition to our EOR
recovery family....
I hope all is well with you and all your endeavors...
Isn't life wonderful and it just keeps getting better!
Peace on the journey, SG
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Post by BigJim on Apr 22, 2004 18:17:46 GMT -5
Awsome idea!! EOR is becoming my meeting away from home so to speak and I can always count on the great recovery here. You all know if you are feeling bad or good for that matter, you can come to EOR and your answer will be here. This is a wonderful place to come if you just need to write how you are feeling at the time. I also like that fact that I can come here for some fellowship when I am feeling lonely. Again Awsome Idea!! LOve&HUgs |
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Post by adagio on Sept 12, 2004 22:03:45 GMT -5
I can think of a few posts I could put here that wouldn't seem to go anywhere else...like, it seems like Al-Anon, but my husband's dry-drunk problem I would like to post here, too. And just hang around and read the different posts. What about a thread, unless there is one already, that lets AA and Al-Anon share knowledge of each others groups?
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Post by lildee on Sept 13, 2004 6:15:19 GMT -5
When I am not sure where to put a post because of its content I usually put it in General Recovery or the Coffee shop. Same for sharing info between AA and Al-anon.
love and God Bless
Arlene
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Post by majestyjo on Oct 8, 2014 22:38:59 GMT -5
Do you remember where you came from? Have you got caught up in busy and life because it is so good, God has been very good to you? Have you asked yourself how come you have all this good stuff? Where did it come from and how come you got it? Have you paid it forward? Is your a/c paid in full?
I don't know about you, but what I got was priceless. I don't think I will ever live long enough to level my account, and get to a place where I think that I am debt free. One of the reasons is because I keep getting gifts. I still find myself saying thank you.
I thank those who carry the message of recovery to me. Each day is a new beginning, so have a great one. May it be the best day it can be. For this 24 hours. may you be clean and sober.
mj
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Post by monty on Jan 21, 2015 1:04:36 GMT -5
Hi guys!  after months of being sober, i can safely say now that i;m on my way on building the new me. Me without involving alcohol or cigarettes in my every day life. A new me that focus or giving more concern in my health. I love how i live my life today. Thank you for all who supports me since day 1, if not to them i still be hugging a bottle of vodka killing myself a little by little. Now, time to turn the table, and it's my turn this time to help yesterday, i meet this guy in a park reading some article in his laptop. An article about alcoholics. With my curiosity kicking in, I asked him if he's in need of help or someone he might know need some advice into recovery. And just what I predict, he's actually an alcoholic himself seeking recovery. So to make the long story short, I told him my story. On how I struggle with alcohol, how I loss almost everything because of my addictions until how I find my way into recovery. He told me that he wants to admit himself into a rehab center, but he's not sure if it really going to work. I don't have any experience about treatment centers, so I can't really tell if this one is a good idea. I try to convince him to attend some AA meetings though. Right now, we are exchanging some ideas and information through email about recovery stuff. Out of the blue i stumbled upon this Alcohol Treatment Center Seattle WA in internet containing some information recovery process. I remember that, going to rehab is his first choice. So even hesitations is mocking me right now, maybe going to rehab is not bad idea after all. That is why i buried myself in front of my computer searching and gathering more information about treatment program. Conclusion is, it's great that now i am the one who is helping people instead of people helping me. It's feels good to help |
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Post by majestyjo on Feb 10, 2015 17:15:02 GMT -5
Thanks for sharing. I found that by sharing with others, it helps me. The other day, a friend came to mind and I picked up the phone and called her. She said, "Have had you on my mind and when dinner was over and my kids had gone out I was going to give you a call." She said, "I guess it is our spiritual connection." We have known each other for about 26 years, before I came into recovery. She told me about a new Dual Recovery Anonymous women's group not far from me that I may be able to walk to when the snow is gone. I spoke at a DRA meeting for her husband's 3 year anniversary about 10 years ago. He started a new meeting. It is for people who are dual addicted, especially for those who are on medication for mental disorders for depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, and other mental disorders.
They use AA literature, and the meeting is 10 a.m. on Thursday mornings, so hope to check it out once the weather cooperates and the sidewalks are clear. Doors open when the time is right. The meeting is about a 5 to 6 block walk from my place.
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and a (((hug)))
~With Peace & Love, dg~ 8*)[/b][/size]
I love reading your threads Sg....
after months of being sober, i can safely say now that i;m on my way on building the new me. Me without involving alcohol or cigarettes in my every day life. A new me that focus or giving more concern in my health. I love how i live my life today. Thank you for all who supports me since day 1, if not to them i still be hugging a bottle of vodka killing myself a little by little. Now, time to turn the table, and it's my turn this time to help 
. I will be back looking for Lin and others.