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[quote=Anonymous]Took myself to AA meetings because I saw how badly my drinking was impacting my DH (doesn't often drink) and my DC.  I've been going a few meetings a week, and Zoom helps to not have to leave the house as much.  I find this thread very disturbing with its allegations of cult and men and women on the prowl.  I have not experienced that.  Instead, I have made some positive relationships with both men and women. But, 90% are not people that I would socialize with outside of meetings.  I rarely hang out at the end.  But, I will admit that I have come to rely on texting with both men and women and group chats that include men and women, when I'm feeling down and want to avoid a relapse. They are AA support, and I enjoy getting to know them and their stories.   It didn't even occur to me that my DH could misinterpret the chats with men.  But, they are usually about how it works, how to pick a sponsor, zoom vs. in person - the snow storm etc. ... Reading this thread, I should just stick with the groups and the girls to avoid any issues.

I understand how OP must feel.  And, I like the response that told her to focus on her own well being.  Going to meetings is not an "instant fix" for the family. It is a process, and part of the process is for AAers to support each other and become better humans by helping others.  [/quote]

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