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Abstinence Assists
Contributed by a member of the Santa Rosa CA LifeRing meeting These thoughts and actions have helped some achieve abstinence. They may, or may not, be suitable for you. 1. Change mind set to one of a non-drinker/user. This is easier said than done. Consider how it’s helped quarterbacks, amputees, etc. (Psychocybernetics by Maxwell Maltz.)…
Read MoreWell, it doesn’t “work”…people work.
By Rick B. Rick eloquently and accurately explains to a newbie what LifeRing is, and what it IS NOT. “LifeRing is not a pill, or a magic spell, or a secret formula. LifeRing is simply an organization of people who share a common goal – sobriety, and who share some common basic beliefs about how…
Read MoreLarry and Alvin Discuss Drinking
by Tim in Toronto The scene: A party. Our cast of characters: Larry: Somebody who used to drink too much Alvin: Somebody who enjoys the occasional snifter of brandy And now, Larry and Alvin discuss drinking… 9:00 PM Alvin: Care for a drink? Larry: No, thanks. Alvin: You don’t drink? Larry: Nope. Alvin: Why not?…
Read MoreDefined by words or action?
by Dan in Canada “C’mon Dan. There is a holiday gathering at the pub tonight after work. Let’s go get a beer.” “No, but thank you for asking.” “You do not drink, do you, Dan?” “No. I just choose to not do that.” “Dan, are you an alcoholic?” “Because I choose to not drink, I…
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